Opinion

5 Million-Dollar HDB Flats That Are Nicely Renovated & Close To The MRT

While million-dollar HDBs are still considered outliers in the Singapore property scene (as surprising as it may be to some), it is certainly getting more frequent. This week, we take a look at five of these million-dollar HDB flats. These…

• 7 Mar 2024
• 9 min read
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I Chose To Pay The ABSD To Buy A Condo And Keep My HDB: Here’s Why

With the ABSD for a second property now at 20 per cent (for Singapore Citizens), the decision to retain one’s HDB flat has become quite rare. However, that’s precisely what our reader YX did. In April last year, he bought…

• 6 Mar 2024
• 5 min read
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Is A 2B2B Or 2B1B New Launch Condo Better For Investment? Here’s What The Latest Data Says

For buyers looking at an investment property, a 2-bedroom unit is a typical sweet spot – in terms of rentability and a more achievable quantum. But in recent years, the availability of a smaller 2-bedroom unit in the form of…

• 6 Mar 2024
• 4 min read
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Touring Trevose Place: Freehold Terrace Houses With Unblocked Greenery Views In District 11

I was always under the impression that the landed houses near Kheam Hock Road were all large properties i.e. detached or semi-detached units. Hence, I was intrigued to see some terrace units when driving through the other day, and decided…

• 3 Mar 2024
• 8 min read
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We Make $23k Per Month And Own A 29-Year-Old HDB: Should We Sell To Buy A Resale 3-Bedder Condo Or A Newer HDB Instead?

Dear Stacked Homes, Happy new year! We are a couple with combined income of $23k (41yo $16k, 29yo $7k), currently live in a 29yr old 4br hdb resale (mkt value abt $580k) under joint ownership, and has fulfilled the MOP….

• 1 Mar 2024
• 8 min read
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• Ameer

5 Spacious 3-Bedroom Condos Under A $2M Budget (Above 1,600 Sqft)

This week, we’re exploring five spacious 3-bedroom condominiums, each boasting a practical layout and exceeding 1,600 square feet in size. Moreover, these units are attractively priced under $2 million, catering to those with a more modest budget. Regarding their location,…

• 29 Feb 2024
• 8 min read
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Touring Hoover Estate: My Favourite Landed Estate At Beauty World With Freehold Homes In A Convenient Spot

When you talk about landed living around Beauty World in District 21, everyone thinks about Toh Tuck Estate, but did you know that there is another landed enclave nearby called Hoover Park?  In my opinion, Hoover Park is a much…

• 25 Feb 2024
• 13 min read
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6 Condos That Are Quiet And Peaceful Yet Still Near An MRT

Some of us want MRT and mall access, while the rest of us just want a bit of peace and quiet. Given that we live in one of the world’s most densely packed countries, it’s not surprising that some buyers are…

• 24 Feb 2024
• 6 min read
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We Make $16k Per Month And Wish To Own 2 Properties: Should We Sell Our HDB Now And Buy 2 Condos Or Just Pay The ABSD?

Hi Stacked Homes, I’m an avid reader of stacked home article and subscriber of Stacked Youtube videos. I hope this email finds you well. =) Appreciate some advice on a property related issue that we are currently facing. Our situation…

• 23 Feb 2024
• 8 min read
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• Andrew

5 Cheapest Spacious But Old Condos Under $3M (Above 2,000 Sqft)

Continuing our search for spacious condos under a $3M budget, this week we delve into five apartments nestled within older developments. Older condos are often either prized for their ample land sizes (thus offering a low-density lifestyle) or for their…

• 22 Feb 2024
• 8 min read
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Where To Find The Cheapest New Launch Condos In 2024 (From $1.15 Million)

“Cheap” is a relative term, especially as of 2024; but while even some HDB upgraders may struggle right now, we can at least look for the cheapest among existing options. The good news is that, with the supply crunch seemingly…

• 19 Feb 2024
• 7 min read
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Should You Buy Lentoria? A Detailed Pricing Review Against Lentor Modern, Lentor Hills Residences And Hillock Green

While we’ve always done this as part of our condo reviews, Lentoria is a particularly interesting one because there are already 3 other developments for sale before Lentoria’s launch (check out our review here). As such, potential buyers have a…

• 19 Feb 2024
• 15 min read
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Touring Pasir Panjang Hill: Affordable Freehold Landed Homes With Good Views From $3.88m

Today’s tour sees us off to Pasir Panjang Hill, a small road leading uphill which eventually splits into 2 forks. They lie in between the main Pasir Panjang Road and Zehnder Road. As you can see from the Masterplan below,…

• 18 Feb 2024
• 11 min read
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We Make $300k Per Year: Should We Buy An HDB Maisonette, Walk-Up Apartment Or A Condo?

Hi Stacked (Ryan), My housing situation is going to change in 2024- I am about to sell my 3BR BTO in Jan and upgrade to a bigger flat (open to either HDB 5rm/mansionette or condo) in the Beauty world area….

• 17 Feb 2024
• 11 min read
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5 Cheapest Freehold Condos Above 2,300 Sqft For Families Who Need Space (From $2.9m)

This week, we take a look at 5 of the cheapest freehold condos ideal for families seeking ample space and want to keep their homes for a long time. These apartments are sized above 2,300 square feet and prices start…

• 15 Feb 2024
• 9 min read
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Are Condos Near Hospitals A Good Investment? A Look At 66 Condos Near Tan Tock Seng Hospital

Most Singaporeans consider a hospital near their condo to be disadvantageous. As most realtors will tell you, this is something that they would prefer not to mention unless a prospective buyer asks. However, that’s for owner-occupiers – some landlords have…

• 13 Feb 2024
• 5 min read
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I’ve $500k In Cash Savings Looking For An Investment Condo In West Coast: Which Is Best For Rental And Capital Appreciation?

Hello Stacked Homes, I am a loyal reader of your articles as they are so informative to read, especially those pertaining to advice to readers. I would like to seek your advice regarding my situation and would like to hear…

• 9 Feb 2024
• 13 min read
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5 Cheapest HDB Executive Maisonettes For Families Looking For Space From $750k

Executive Maisonettes (EMs) are highly coveted products for those looking for a unique and spacious home. There aren’t too many of these around anymore, as they’ve stopped building them for many years. Due to the more mature age, these apartments…

• 8 Feb 2024
• 9 min read
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