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December 4, 2023 8:06 pm
Published by TJ
We’ve had a few reader requests for tours of Bukit Timah landed enclaves, and what with the recent en bloc sale of the 999-year leasehold, 2-storey Cold Storage Jelita mall (with a plot ratio 2.2), for $91.68 million in November...
October 26, 2023 5:00 pm
Published by Stacked
In this week’s episode, we explore two distinctive two-bedroom units at the freshly TOPed One Draycott Park. These homes, originally show flat units, offer a unique departure from typical designs. The first unit is a 797 sqft two-bedroom unit that...
September 7, 2023 5:00 pm
Published by Stacked
In this week’s episode, we explore a beautiful home in the prestigious District 10 area that has been featured in numerous design journals across the country. This three-bedroom unit has been listed on the market for $3.5m, and is set...
June 19, 2023 9:32 pm
Published by Ryan J. Ong
A while ago we reviewed condos with no balconies, for those who find these open-air ledges a waste of space. But for every one person who detests balconies, there’s another who loves them – and this group doesn’t just love...
June 18, 2023 8:55 pm
Published by TJ
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...
June 9, 2023 9:44 pm
Published by Ryan J. Ong
Most of the time, new launch condos are cheaper at the start and get pricier as the units get sold out (classic demand and supply). It’s all part of the usual developer strategy, to entice early buyers with early bird...
June 5, 2023 10:02 pm
Published by Ryan J. Ong
In the Singapore property market, sometimes appearances can be deceiving. Despite the aged facades, peeling paintwork, and limited amenities, some old condos have managed to defy expectations and offer a trove of advantages that can’t be overlooked. These gems from...
May 31, 2023 9:49 pm
Published by Stacked
After a 10-year long stay in their Woodlands BTO, Kathy (*not her real name for privacy reasons), and her spouse (@maison.hv) decided it was time for a change. For their new home, it would have to be centrally located, accommodate...
May 15, 2023 8:00 pm
Published by Stacked
There’s definitely a lot to love about living near Orchard, but then again, it’s not for everybody. “Orchard was not on our list of neighbourhoods we were considering for our first home,” Y and A (@myjibcode) shared. She said they...
May 11, 2023 9:00 pm
Published by Ryan J. Ong
What’s the biggest home you’ve ever seen? If you’re like most Singaporeans, it’s probably no more than 2,000 to 3,000 sq. ft. But this week, we talked to someone who grew up in a massive 9,000+ sq. ft. home but...
April 30, 2023 9:41 pm
Published by TJ
I’ve always loved the Chip Bee enclave of houses near Holland Village but assumed that they were all government-owned properties. One day, I was surfing the property portals and found a house in the area for sale! Apparently, not all...
April 19, 2023 10:04 pm
Published by Ryan J. Ong
Some home buyers want to live in a landed unit but don’t want the hassle of maintaining the façade, or their own pool, gym, etc. Besides cluster housing, there is one other solution: you can look for condo projects that...