Opinion

Touring A Rare Convenient Freehold Landed Estate Close To Katong Park MRT (From $5.3m)

Today, we’re back in the East, visiting Margate Road, which is a residential street that runs perpendicularly between Mountbatten Road and Meyer Road. It’s an interesting street because one end has large detached units, whilst the other end has terrace…

• 5 Jan 2025
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5 Cheapest Condos With A Private Pool (From Just $1.38m) 

There’s something undeniably indulgent about having your own pool; a little slice of escape in the middle of the city.  And for those who like the idea of a refreshing dip steps from the living room but without an exorbitant…

• 2 Jan 2025
• 6 min read
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Inside A Hidden Freehold Landed Estate In D11 With Cluster Landed Homes From $3.85m

I was on my way back from town when I came across some houses on Bo Seng Avenue – it’s a street I’d never visited before, so I thought it would be interesting to do a walkabout of it and…

• 29 Dec 2024
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We Bought A New $2.2m Condo In River Valley: Is It Better To Sell Now Or Rent It Out?

Hi Team, Thank you for the years of amazing content at Stacked Homes. Always such informative articles and detailed analysis. We are currently faced with a decision which we’d love to have your opinion on if you also find it…

• 27 Dec 2024
• 11 min read
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6 Ultra-Private Condos In Singapore With No Next-Door Neighbours 

As Jean Paul Sartre famously wrote (and is famously misquoted), hell is other people. Some of us are naturally communal and like to hear the neighbour’s pets, children, relatives, etc. wandering by. But just as many of us have had…

• 26 Dec 2024
• 6 min read
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5 Most Expensive HDB Flats For Sale Right Now (From $1.58m)

We last did this a year ago – when we looked at some of the most expensive HDBs on the market. At that time, the most expensive HDB in Singapore was a 5-room flat in Bukit Merah for $1.45m, which…

• 26 Dec 2024
• 7 min read
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The Surprising Property Deals That Closed On Christmas Day In Singapore

Does anyone sell their home on Christmas? The answer appears to be yes! Some surprisingly profitable transactions occur on Christmas day, so maybe someone got a gift-wrapped new condo. Not literally, because that would take a lot of wrapping paper….

• 24 Dec 2024
• 5 min read
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The Mystery Behind This Freehold Condo On Top Of A Mall: Why Katong Regency Isn’t As Profitable As You Might Think

Given the rise of Paya Lebar Quarter (PLQ) and the prominence of District 15 (RCR), any properties in the area should be doing well. And if there is anything that Singaporeans love in their condo developments: it is the trifecta…

• 24 Dec 2024
• 6 min read
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My Search For A Better Old Folks Homes In Singapore: A Review Of A Spa-Like Retirement Home In London

Some time ago, I wrote an article about my search for a better retirement home (as compared to what we currently have in Singapore.) It seems I’m not the only middle-aged Singaporean concerned about his/her housing situation post-retirement, as the…

• 22 Dec 2024
• 8 min read
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Can Dual-Key Condos In Singapore Be Profitable?

The industry-accepted belief is that dual-key units are niche layouts, intended for either rental benefits or extended family living; and they’re much less desirable for resale gain. But how true is this? We did a bit of digging to find…

• 20 Dec 2024
• 3 min read
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5 Biggest HDB Flats Over 1,600 Sqft Priced From $800k

It’s no surprise that homes in Singapore are getting smaller – cosy, some might say. But if you value room to stretch out without blowing the budget, this week’s picks are for you. We’ve rounded up 5 spacious HDB flats,…

• 19 Dec 2024
• 7 min read
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Why We Chose A Ground-Floor Condo In Singapore: The Unexpected Perks Beyond Price

Most Singaporean property buyers associate higher floors with better value. It’s why “all-floors-same-price” promotions are a favourite sales tactic when sales are slow, and if the price stays the same most people would choose a high-floor unit. Some buyers believe…

• 18 Dec 2024
• 6 min read
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I Stayed in Quincy House Singapore for 2 Nights: Here’s My Experience Living in A Brand New Serviced Residence in Holland V

Remember when coffee shops were just quick pit stops for caffeine? Over time, they’ve transformed into curated spaces with distinct personalities: from matcha bars, animal-themed cafes, and even HDB-inspired hangouts. I recently came across an HDB-themed café and couldn’t help…

• 17 Dec 2024
• 10 min read
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Touring A Convenient Freehold Landed Estate Next To Farrer Road MRT And An HDB Estate

A while back, we viewed Kingsville, a landed enclave in King’s Drive, Bukit Timah, which was of interest because of the properties’ leasehold status and thus lower price point. However, for many Singaporeans, buying a leasehold landed house makes no…

• 15 Dec 2024
• 8 min read
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How My Home Loan In Singapore Was Rejected (And How I Fixed It)

It’s not just the festive season, it’s also home loan season: with interest rates cooling a bit, quite several Singaporeans are seeking to refinance into cheaper mortgages. At the same time, we’re seeing strong transaction volumes as condo sales pick…

• 14 Dec 2024
• 5 min read
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Is A $1.3M Budget Enough For A Freehold 2-Bedroom Condo In 2024 (A Closer Look At Noma)

Hi Ryan, Lovely to e-meet you! I’m a new subscriber of yours and love your deeply insightful property content that can be easily understood, even for users like me who are new in this property purchase journey. I am looking…

• 13 Dec 2024
• 7 min read
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5 Unique HDB Flats with Balconies That Are Still Spacious (Above 1,150 Sqft)

Not everyone likes having a balcony in their home, but for those who do and have a budget – these are quite rare to come by in an HDB flat. This week, we’re zooming in on five HDB flats that…

• 12 Dec 2024
• 7 min read
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Where To Find The Biggest And Cheapest 3-Bedroom Condos In 2024 (From $1,410,000)

If you’re willing to look further out, you may be surprised how affordable the price can still be for a resale condo even in 2024. This is helpful when HDB upgraders find themselves priced out of even fringe region new…

• 11 Dec 2024
• 6 min read
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