Property Reviews

TMW Maxwell Review: Unique Space-Saving Furniture & Vertical Landscaped Gardens In The CBD

TMW Maxwell is an eye-catching new CBD development with staggered vertical gardens and facilities.

• 27 Jul 2023
• 42 min read
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Touring Mayflower Landed Estate: Affordable Freehold Landed Living From $2.83m In Ang Mo Kio

I was browsing the map for a landed enclave to feature in this series when I came across Mayflower estate and noticed that it was pretty much right next to an MRT and hawker centre. As many landed estates are…

• 23 Jul 2023
• 12 min read
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Altura EC Review: Starting From $1,375 PSF But Near ACS Primary & Efficient Layouts

Project: Altura District: 23 Address: 111 Bukit Batok West Avenue 8 S659857 Tenure: 99 Years No. of Units: 360 Site Area: 134,000 sqft Developer: Qingjian Realty and Santarli Construction TOP: Est. 2027 Executive Condos have always been a unique product…

• 22 Jul 2023
• 41 min read
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We Review The August 2023 BTO Launch Sites (Queenstown, Tengah, Kallang/Whampoa, Choa Chu Kang)

Another August, another BTO launch; but this time with a twist: this is the first launch where new rules involving first-timers will be in effect. If you win the ballot but don’t turn up for flat selection, you’ll be kicked…

• 19 Jul 2023
• 6 min read
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I’ve Lived At Daintree Residence In Upper Bukit Timah For 2 Months: Here’s My Review Of This New Condo

Daintree Residence was expected to have a rocky start, as it launched in July 2018 – the first condo to launch after a round of cooling measures, when market analysts predicted buyers pulling back. Nonetheless, the developer remained confident of…

• 18 Jul 2023
• 7 min read
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Touring Goodlink Park: Freehold Landed Living From $3.26 Million (Friendliest Estate I’ve Visited)

A while back, a reader asked for a review of the Goodlink Park landed estate, near Chong Pang Hawker Centre. I’m sorry it took me so long to get around to it, but this brings me to the first point…

• 16 Jul 2023
• 11 min read
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Pinetree Hill Review: 88% Land For Facilities + Unblocked Views In Ulu Pandan

Putting the quiet Ulu Pandan neighbourhood back into the residential spotlight, Pinetree Hill is the first major new launch in the neighbourhood in the past 14 years.

• 12 Jul 2023
• 61 min read
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Touring Mount Emily: Freehold Landed Conservation Shophouses And Terrace Homes On Top Of A Hill In District 9

A month ago, I saw a notice advertising the sale of a freehold residential conservation shophouse at Niven Road. As I mentioned in my Blair Road walkabout, I’ve always loved heritage homes, so I thought I’d check out the area…

• 9 Jul 2023
• 14 min read
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I’ve Lived At Parc Esta At Eunos For 4 Months: Here’s My Review Of What This New Mega Development Is Like

Paya Lebar has become a new commercial hub, and that’s affected its neighbours like Eunos and Geylang in a big way. So it was no surprise that, when Parc Esta launched, buyers scrambled for a project that was one train…

• 4 Jul 2023
• 5 min read
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Touring Highgate Park Estate: Rare Freehold Terrace Houses In District 21 Near Beauty World

D21 has been the talk of the town with the launch of Reserve Residences, which sold over 70% of its units during its launch. Moreover, given the previous request for tours around the Toh Tuck area, I decided it was…

• 2 Jul 2023
• 9 min read
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Grand Dunman Review: A Rare Mega Development Close To MRT With 1:1 Carpark

Grand Dunman will gather interest as D15’s first mega development since Mandarin Gardens in a relatively low density neighbourhood. With 2 other new launches in the vicinity, will Grand Dunman stand out as the closest development to an MRT station and with some units boasting sea views in the distance? 

• 1 Jul 2023
• 59 min read
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Hill House Review: A 999-Year Boutique Condo With A Rooftop Pool In River Valley

Located in a quiet cul-de-sac along Institution Hill, Hill House offers residents a serene abode within Singapore’s vibrant District 9. However, it has slightly smaller units and its boutique nature means that it won’t appeal to a wide audience.

• 28 Jun 2023
• 30 min read
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Touring Lorong 101-108 Changi: Affordable Freehold Landed Homes From $3.38 Million (Can Build Up To 5 Stories)

When I first heard of Lorong 101–108 Changi, I thought the area would be in a super “ulu”, semi-industrial area. However, I was pleasantly surprised after visiting the neighbourhood as it is right next to Joo Chiat and, as such,…

• 25 Jun 2023
• 12 min read
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Touring University Walk Landed Estate: Freehold Terraces And Leasehold Semi-D’s Near Botanic Gardens & MRT

I recently toured conservation houses, which appear to appeal to only a very niche segment of property buyers. Today, I’ll be exploring another niche property type: 99-year leasehold landed housing! For freehold lovers, don’t worry, there are freehold houses nearby…

• 18 Jun 2023
• 11 min read
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Touring Tai Hwan Estate: Affordable Freehold Landed Living From $3.6 Million In District 19

A few articles back, I did a tour of the Li Hwan Estate. Whilst touring the area, I noticed that the neighbouring Tai Hwan estate actually looked better! So, today, I thought I’d head back to see if that impression…

• 11 Jun 2023
• 9 min read
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Park Central @ AMK DBSS Review: Close To Mall, MRT And Amenities But Needs Better Maintenance

Project: Park Central @ AMK DBSS HDB Town Ang Mo Kio Address: 588A-D Ang Mo Kio Street 52 Lease Start Date: July 2011 No. of Units: 578 Park Central @ AMK is a Design, Build and Sell Scheme (DBSS) development…

• 7 Jun 2023
• 20 min read
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Stirling Residences Review: A Surprisingly Quiet But Convenient Location At Queenstown

As the new kid in this mature block, Stirling Residences aims to be a standout place to live while reaping the benefits of a mature estate. 

• 31 May 2023
• 47 min read
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May 2023 BTO Launch Review: Ultimate Guide To Choosing The Best Unit

BTO launches are always an exciting time for homeowners, and this latest May 2023 BTO launch is no different. There are more units launched this time as compared to the previous February 2023 BTO launch, and we’re looking at 5,495…

• 30 May 2023
• 28 min read
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