Opinion

5 Unique Freehold Condo Units With Private Pools (From $1.4m)

For those who value privacy and exclusivity, the allure of a private pool within a freehold condo is undeniable. Even for those with a tighter budget, finding such units is possible – you just have to adjust your expectations here…

• 5 Sep 2024
• 9 min read
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Why I Chose To Buy My Dream Studio Apartment In France (As A Singaporean)

Many people would have argued that I started my apartment hunt in France a tad prematurely. I barely had any substantial savings, I just met the minimum requirements of securing a bank loan, and to top it off, I just…

• 4 Sep 2024
• 14 min read
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Will A Premium Facing Improve Your Condo’s Resale Value? A Case Study Of High Park Residences And Panorama

In just about any new launch, sales teams will be eager to point out “premium” stacks, where the facing is better (and prices are also obviously higher). And while you might feel the difference as a homeowner (fewer people want…

• 4 Sep 2024
• 4 min read
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Touring A Hidden Quiet Freehold Landed Estate With Lots Of Greenery (From $5.3m)

I last visited Sunset Way back in 2022, when I did a tour of the condo development, Clementi Park. Besides Clementi Park, Sunset Way is also home to other developments, such as Freesia Woods and the upcoming Ki Residences. In…

• 1 Sep 2024
• 8 min read
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Where To Find 1 Bedder Condos With The Best Rental Yields In 2024 (From $555,000)

It’s an old saying that one-bedders are better for rental, and bigger units are better for resale gains. Whether it’s true or not, one fact remains: with high property costs and ABSD rates, most new property investors are going to…

• 31 Aug 2024
• 5 min read
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3 Insider Tips You Need To Know Before Buying A Property In Paris

Ah, Paris. The most dreamy capital where everyone wants a piece of. So one of the Stacked editors sent me an article from The Financial Times talking about the high disparity between property performance in different areas of Paris, as…

• 31 Aug 2024
• 10 min read
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Can We Afford To Upgrade From An EC To A Landed Home?

Hi, thanks for the quick response.  I would like to share my story and seek Stacked Home advice.  My family is currently staying in an EC, we bought during the 2015 launches in the north, the EC was MOP in…

• 30 Aug 2024
• 11 min read
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This Affordable Condo Enclave Is Priced From $867 Psf In 2024: Is It Worth A Closer Look?

As we approach the end of 2024, private property prices remain stubbornly high, pushing homebuyers to explore less conventional areas in search of more affordable living options. One such area gaining attention is the Flora Drive enclave, a cluster of…

• 29 Aug 2024
• 6 min read
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5 Spacious Yet Affordable 3-Bedroom Condos Above 1,700 Sqft (Under $2m)

Finding the ideal home for a growing family often means prioritising space and value.  In our ongoing search for spacious homes, we’ve identified five 3-bedroom units offering over 1,700 square feet of living space and a more affordable price tag…

• 29 Aug 2024
• 8 min read
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Where To Find Affordable Old Condos With Good Rental Yields In 2024 (From $545,000)

Old projects go hand-in-hand with somewhat better rental yields. It’s usually inevitable because older projects tend to cost less. But even among the more seasoned developments, there are a few that manage to stand out – and with some landlords…

• 27 Aug 2024
• 6 min read
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Touring A Convenient Freehold Landed Estate Near Good Schools And MRT In District 11

A few weeks back, we visited (part of) Watten estate. Unfortunately for those whose pockets aren’t so deep, we only saw one street with terrace units when walking around. Luckily, the landed enclave “next door”, located along Shelford Road, is…

• 25 Aug 2024
• 7 min read
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The Million-Dollar HDB Price Gap Vs Private Condos: Why Some People Find Them “Affordable” In 2024

You’ve all heard the disgruntled comments by now: with flats costing a million bucks, you may as well buy a condo. Or that joke about how, 20 years from now, you will end up having to sell a condo to…

• 24 Aug 2024
• 4 min read
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We Make $200k Per Year And Own A Freehold Condo In Potong Pasir: Is A Leasehold Condo A Better Option Or Would We Lose Money?

Hello, We are a family of three with a daughter. We live in a freehold condo in Potong Pasir. We are happy with our current place but are considering upgrading to a bigger home if we decide to have another…

• 23 Aug 2024
• 12 min read
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Revealing The Most Profitable New Launch Condos Since 2018 (Find Out Which Bedroom Types Earned the Most)

If you are one of those who bought from the bumper crop of new launch condos between 2018 to 2022, you’d be mostly happy with your decision. Prices have risen tremendously since the Covid-19 era, and there have been very…

• 22 Aug 2024
• 6 min read
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5 Cheaper Cluster Landed Homes Above 3,000 Sqft (From $2.98m)

For families who require more space in their homes, cluster homes offer an enticing solution.  These homes offer the best of both worlds – generously sized layouts like landed properties, coupled with the amenities and security of a condo lifestyle. …

• 22 Aug 2024
• 9 min read
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5 Most Spacious And Luxurious New Condo Units You Can Still Buy In 2024

While most Singaporeans consider landed properties the cream of the crop, that’s not always the case. When it comes to the highest-end luxury units, the combination of the view, plus the lavish interiors, can easily match that of some bungalows;…

• 21 Aug 2024
• 6 min read
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5 Old But Convenient Mixed-Use Developments You Can Actually Live In (From $1,100,000)

Mixed-use in the past didn’t mean what it does today. Rather than being larger integrated developments, with well-controlled mall spaces, they were often just condo units with a hodge-podge of shop spaces; and the developers certainly didn’t care what shops…

• 20 Aug 2024
• 7 min read
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Touring A Tiny Quiet Freehold Landed Enclave Hidden In Newton (Last Sold At $3.73m)

I first discovered these houses when visiting the Chui Huay Lim Club, which is located opposite the houses. (There are a few restaurants in the Club, so you’re not far from good food – there’s also Newton Food Centre 10…

• 18 Aug 2024
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