HDB

5 Unique But Practical HDB Layouts And Where To Find Them

You may think all HDB flats are broadly similar, and they kind of are from the outside (although that’s not true of HDB’s older, cooler, experimental phase). What affects us isn’t the exterior of our block though – it’s literally…

• 26 Aug 2024
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5 Unusual HDB Layouts From The Past That Are Hard To Find Today

HDB flats have been around since the 1960s, and we’ve seen many changes besides flat size. Before we had alternatives like DBSS flats, HDB undertook many experimental approaches – some of which laid the groundwork for today’s flats, and some…

• 15 Aug 2024
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Are Million-Dollar HDB Landed Homes Still Worth A Look In 2024 Despite Their Age?

The most affordable landed homes in Singapore aren’t usually private properties; rather, these are HDB terraced units, many of which date back to the 1950s. Because they’re so rare, there’s always a lot of attention when one is sold –…

• 9 Aug 2024
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$828k For A 3-Room HDB In 2024? Here Are The Most Expensive 3-Room HDB Transactions So Far

4-room and 5-room flats may be more popular, but let us explain why 3-room flats are important: they are, for the most part, the best option for family units on a tight budget. They’re even seen as a springboard by…

• 6 Jul 2024
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Why You May Want To Wait For The Oct 2024 BTO Launch: 8,500 New Homes + New “White Flat Model”

We’ve just finished the June 2024 BTO launch, and for those of you who’ve missed out or are looking for different locations – there’s always the October 2024 BTO launch to look forward to. What’s interesting this time is that…

• 4 Jul 2024
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How To Choose The Best HDB BTO Unit: An Ultimate Guide (With A Workable Checklist!)

Just the other day, I spoke to a friend who was fortunate enough to get a queue number for the October 2023 BTO launch.  While this was meant to be a joyous and momentous occasion, she was outright panicking on…

• 3 Jul 2024
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June 2024 BTO Launch Review: Ultimate Guide To Choosing The Best Unit

The June 2024 BTO launch is finally here, with 6,938 flats for sale over 8 projects. This is in prime locations such as Tanjong Rhu and Queenstown – Tanjong Rhu Riverfront I and II (Kallang/Whampoa) and Holland Vista (Queenstown). These…

• 19 Jun 2024
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Where To Find The Cheapest 3, 4, And 5-Room HDB Flats In Central Singapore In 2024 (From $365k)

A central area flat is a dream for many, but not all of us have a shot at Prime Location Housing (PLH). At the same time, resale flats in these areas are notoriously expensive; enough to even get a small…

• 30 May 2024
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Should You Buy A 3 Or 4-Room HDB? Here Are Some Key Things To Consider Beyond Size

The most obvious difference between 3-room and 4-room flats is size: the former tends to be around 700 sq. ft., while the latter is usually around 960 sq. ft. (sometimes a bit bigger, especially for older flats). But there are…

• 28 May 2024
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Where To Find Rare HDB Loft Units With High Ceilings In Singapore

Most HDB flats tend to look a bit same-ish, but there are some unique ones out there – such as maisonette types, those that come with a balcony, and even landed HDB units. But one of the most striking among…

• 23 May 2024
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8 Highly Anticipated HDB BTO Flats Reaching MOP In 2024/25

The resale flat shortage is slowly but surely coming to an end, and we might be seeing the start of a bigger influx of supply. Will this mean the end of high rent or high Cash Over Valuation (COV)? It’s…

• 30 Apr 2024
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Where Have HDB Prices Dropped The Most In 2023/24?

Resale flat prices have been at a high since Covid, but perhaps they’re finally beginning to level off. And while owners have been cheering their strong appreciation, resale flat prices are quite the nightmare for first-time home buyers or couples…

• 11 Apr 2024
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Where To Find The Cheapest And Biggest HDB Flats In 2024 (From $690,000)

The cheapest HDBs in Singapore are all 2-room and 3-room HDB flats. While a low quantum is nice, no one wants to cram into a 3-room HDB flat with their brother, sister, parents, grandparents, etc. Quite a few Singaporeans will…

• 28 Mar 2024
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4-Room HDB Flats Dangerously Close To A $1 Million Price Tag: Here’s Where They Are

By now, no one bats an eyelid at DBSS flats, maisonettes, jumbo flats, etc. reaching $1 million. It’s almost expected in the current resale flat market. But what about stock-standard, vanilla flats? That’s the market that bears watching, as it’s…

• 22 Mar 2024
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Where To Find The Cheapest Maisonette And Executive HDB Flats In 2024 (From $585,000)

For bigger families looking for more space and can’t quite afford to make the jump to private, an HDB Maisonette or Executive flat is the only viable option. It’s been a long time since these flats were built though, and…

• 12 Mar 2024
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We Review The June 2024 BTO Launch Sites (Holland Village, Tanjong Rhu, Jurong East, Tampines, Woodlands, Yishun)

Well, with the February BTO in 2024 just concluded, it’s time to focus our attention on the next one coming our way. June’s BTO launch line-up is a very interesting one, as it includes Holland Village! At long last, public…

• 2 Mar 2024
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Where To Find The Cheapest 5-room Resale HDB Flats In 2024 (From $418,000)

Resale flat prices may be seeing slower growth, but they’re still past any price level prior to Covid; and from the look of things, the $500,000 resale 5-room flat may be a thing of the past. Or is it? As…

• 29 Feb 2024
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6 Unexpected Million-Dollar HDB Flats In Singapore: Here’s Where To Find Them

Most of us know the usual places for million-dollar flats; Bishan, Queenstown, Tanjong Pagar, etc., appear so often on the lists, that it’s hardly a surprise anymore. However, the number of million-dollar flats is growing every year; and as of…

• 27 Feb 2024
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