Opinion

This Tiny Hidden Landed Estate In Novena Comes With 1.4 Plot Ratio Zoning

Shrewsbury Road is a tiny landed enclave- it is really just 1 short street- in the heart of Novena. Located between the CTE and Tan Tock Seng hosptal, it packs a lot for such a small area. Along this tiny…

• 4 Apr 2025
• 7 min read
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5 Affordable Almost New 3-Bedroom Condos Priced Under $1.5m

Whether you do not have the time to wait out a new launch, or would just rather a move-in ready home, resale condos that have recently TOP-ed can be a sweet spot. You still get the benefits of a modern…

• 3 Apr 2025
• 7 min read
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“We Spent Just $5k On Reno” Why Some Buyers Are Skipping Big Renovations In 2025

For most Singaporeans, a huge part of moving costs includes renovations and furnishing. It’s not just about the money, it’s the time involved: there are families who have had to wait additional months due to the common delays, changes of…

• 1 Apr 2025
• 5 min read
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“We Saved Money By Living Above An MRT” 5 Homeowners Share The Good And Bad About Integrated Developments

Integrated projects, like mega-developments, are currently an “in” thing in the Singapore property market. However, not everyone shares the same opinion: for every resident who loves having a 24-hour hot pot or NTUC right downstairs, there’s another who loathes the…

• 1 Apr 2025
• 5 min read
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5 HDB Flats With Good Unblocked Views Above 1,000 Sqft

A good view can do wonders—more natural light, a greater sense of space, and sometimes, just a better start to your day. This week, we’re spotlighting five HDB flats that don’t just offer roomy layouts (all over 1,000 square feet)…

• 27 Mar 2025
• 7 min read
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Where To Find 999-Year Landed Homes By The Sea In Singapore: Touring Ponggol 24th Avenue

Last week, we went to Ponggol to look for a landed estate with a sea view that I had visited a few years back. I ended up mistakenly visiting Ponggol 17th Avenue– it was a nice and peaceful estate, but…

• 26 Mar 2025
• 5 min read
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Looking To Live Near JB? Here Are The Cheapest Condos By The Causeway In Woodlands

Whether you want easy access to Malaysia, or are looking for a reliable rental asset, condos near the Woodlands checkpoints are the old go-to options. But with private home prices being so much higher in 2025 (not to mention higher…

• 25 Mar 2025
• 6 min read
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5 Recently-Renovated Million-Dollar HDB Flats Near an MRT Station (from $1.3M)

This week, we’re taking a slightly different route from our usual focus on the most affordable units in various estates.  Instead, we’ve spotlighted five recently renovated million-dollar HDB flats that offer both style and convenience. While these homes come with…

• 20 Mar 2025
• 7 min read
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Inside A Rare Freehold Landed Estate In Punggol: Touring Ponggol Seventeenth Avenue (Priced From $6 Million)

*This is the exact spelling on the street sign, even if Punggol is a more common spelling these days; and yes, “seventeenth” is spelled out. I visited Ponggol a few years ago, to collect some plants from a kind stranger…

• 19 Mar 2025
• 9 min read
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Do High-Floor HDB Flats Appreciate More In Value? The Data May Surprise You

One common perception about HDB flats is that higher floors command a premium – often due to the view or privacy. However, HDB dwellers can be a practical bunch: in our interactions with homeowners and readers, many cite the hassle…

• 17 Mar 2025
• 6 min read
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Why Your Property May Not Be As Profitable As You Think: 5 Ways To Calculate Your Returns 

Many of us are aware that property goals differ between buyers, and that owner-occupiers have different requirements from investors. But even among investors, the goals for a property can differ significantly. One of these is the various metrics investors use…

• 15 Mar 2025
• 4 min read
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$1.89m For A New Luxury Condo In District 7: A Pricing Review Of Aurea

One of Aurea’s heavily marketed selling points is that units start from below $2 million. That’s interesting for a centrally located condo for sure; but those competitive numbers refer to two-bedders or smaller. For family buyers, we think a more…

• 14 Mar 2025
• 13 min read
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How To Make A Landed Home More Elderly-Friendly In Singapore (Before Moving Feels Necessary)

Landed homes provide the luxury of space, but they come with one inherent drawback: many of them are less senior-centric, and don’t accommodate the needs of the elderly quite as well. This is, in fact, one of the leading reasons…

• 13 Mar 2025
• 5 min read
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5 Cheapest Yet Spacious 3-Bedroom Condos Above 1,500 Sqft (Under $2m)

Finding a spacious home in Singapore without pushing the budget too far can be a challenge; especially if you’re looking at new launches. But if size matters more than shiny new fittings, you might find that older condos can still…

• 13 Mar 2025
• 7 min read
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The Surprising Truth About Dual-Key Homes In Singapore: 3 Homeowners Share Their Stories

Dual-key units are undeniably a niche property type, with many developers struggling to move these units in recent new launches. However, our research shows that – contrary to certain beliefs – dual-key units aren’t worse for resale gains (they just…

• 13 Mar 2025
• 4 min read
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How To Avoid A Costly First Home Mistake In Singapore: A Checklist For Married Couples

One of the most challenging milestones is getting married, because a whole host of other major decisions – in rapid succession – tend to follow right after. One of these is picking out the first home; and because everyone has…

• 12 Mar 2025
• 10 min read
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Touring Lucky View: Freehold Landed Homes From $5m In The East

Today, we’re heading back east, but to District 16 instead of Katong. We’re touring Lucky View, which is part of a network of streets all named Lucky (Lucky Heights, Lucky View, Lucky Crescent etc.) As shown above, it’s in between…

• 11 Mar 2025
• 8 min read
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Are Older HDB Maisonettes And Jumbo Flats Worth the Premium? A Deep Dive Into Pricing Trends

In recent years, executive maisonettes and jumbo flats have been known to defy gravity and logic, in terms of market returns. These tend to be among the oldest HDB flats, which aren’t even produced anymore. But despite the lease decay,…

• 10 Mar 2025
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