Should You Buy An Old Tiong Bahru HDB In 2024? Here’s A Breakdown Of The Performance Tiong Bahru is unusual as far as HDB enclaves go. Some of the flats here are among the oldest in Singapore, and predate the HDB era; the housing board’s predecessor, SIT, is known for having built larger and less standardised… 19 Sep 2024 by Ryan J 4 min read 0
5 Cheapest 5-Room HDB Flats That Are Spacious From $595k This week, we look at five spacious HDB flats sized above 1,100 square feet at an affordable price point. These flats are either within walking distance to the nearest MRT Station or have convenient access to several dining or grocery… 19 Sep 2024 by Stacked 7 min read 0
A Surprising Find: Touring Freehold Strata Landed Homes From $3m In Sixth Avenue Given that any freehold landed property seems to be at least $3 million+ these days – even those that are located in very far-flung parts of Singapore. So I was rather surprised to see that the last 2 sales along… 12 May 2024 8 min read 1
I’m 53 With A Passive Income Of $4k Monthly: If I Were To Inherit An HDB, Should I Sell My Current HDB Or Condo? Dear Sir / Madam, as per my FB messenger request, here’s the details of myself and properties: Myself (a) 3-room HDB Flat (b) D14 Boutique Development (c) Will be inheriting a 4-room HDB flat at in Tampines Questions. Let me… 10 May 2024 9 min read 0
5 Rare HDB Loft Units With High-Ceilings From $480k Most would agree that high-ceiling loft units have a way of instantly adding a feeling of grandeur to a space. Some might even think that a double-volume living room is an integral aspect of their dream Pinterest-worthy homes. But these… 9 May 2024 8 min read 2
Rare Small Condos That Still Come With A Tennis Court (Under 150 Units): Where To Find Them Small condos tend to stop at the trio of “gym, pool, and security” facilities. The lack of land space means layouts, privacy, and exclusivity are going to be the focal points: bad news for those of you who are serious… 8 May 2024 5 min read 3
Freehold Landed Homes From $3.45m: Reviewing Toh Tuck Place, Elevated Living Above A Forest Close To Beauty World A few articles ago, a reader asked for a tour of Cheng Soon Gardens, an estate in the Toh Tuck vicinity- but I’ve already written about it a year ago! Hence, I decided to do a tour of another landed… 5 May 2024 9 min read 0
Just $100k For An HDB In 2024? 4 Odd Property Transactions In Singapore Property is one of the most unique asset classes, because of how each unit is so stubbornly independent. With other assets, one barrel of oil is the same as the next, and one dollar is the same as the next…. 4 May 2024 4 min read 0
I Just Bought My First Condo At Age 50: Should My Wife Buy Another Condo Or Invest The Cash? Dear Stacked Homes, I have been a regular reader of your articles. I appreciate your efforts to put in much analysis in answering real issues faced by the community on property matters. I seek your recommendations on my situation I… 3 May 2024 7 min read 2 Daron
5 Most Affordable Newly-MOP 4-Room HDB Units From $618K Typically, those on a budget would likely take the BTO route and deal with a longer waiting time. But for those who do not have the luxury of waiting for their new homes to be built, the next natural choice… 2 May 2024 8 min read 0
How To Choose Between Grand Dunman, The Continuum, Tembusu Grand: A Detailed Pricing And Floor Plan Overview Last year, District 15 saw the launch of three notable residential projects: The Continuum, Tembusu Grand, and Grand Dunman, providing prospective homeowners with a variety of options in this sought-after area of the East. This year, anticipation surrounds a new… 1 May 2024 9 min read 2
Touring A Lesser-Known Landed Estate Near Orchard: A Review Of Fernhill Estate (From $4.8m) Some time ago, we visited Kimsia Park, the landed enclave behind Lucky Plaza. The location is undoubtedly very convenient for those who spend a lot of time in town. However, it’s also right smack in the hustle and bustle of… 28 Apr 2024 8 min read 2
What Makes A Small Boutique Condo Profitable? Boutique condos are something of a niche buy. Often with 100 units or less (in some cases even fewer than a dozen units), these projects are known to be typically volatile: transactions tend to be few, so even a single… 27 Apr 2024 4 min read 0
We Are 28 And Have $1.2 Million In Cash: As First-Time Homeowners Should We Buy A Resale HDB First, Condo, Or Landed? Dear Stacked team, We’re huge fans of your editorial and have been following for years, and are looking to dip our toes in Singapore’s property market – we’re hoping to lean on your well informed advice. My partner and I… 26 Apr 2024 11 min read 3 Jared
5 Affordable Apartments With Good Unblocked Views From $1.05 Million Most can agree that having unblocked views from the comfort of one’s home is not a common treat in a land-scarce city like Singapore. But those who have had the pleasure of having unblocked views – be it verdant spaces,… 25 Apr 2024 9 min read 0
Are Old Freehold Condos Still Profitable In Singapore? In theory, freehold condos should continue to appreciate well over the years. One common argument you’ll hear, for example, is that because developers won’t need to top up the lease, freehold projects have better en-bloc value and potential. But there’s… 24 Apr 2024 3 min read 2
10 Cheapest Executive Condos In 2023/24: Here’s Where To Find Them Whilst private home prices seem to be stabilising a bit, we’re still coming off a high point in property prices – and with new launch and resale condo prices both at a high quantum, many homebuyers may still be considering… 24 Apr 2024 6 min read 1
Are Cluster Landed Homes Still Profitable? Here’s How They’ve Performed Over 10 Years Cluster homes are in that weird spot between landed housing and condos. On the one hand, they’re landed; on the other hand, you still have an MCST, and common facilities. But next to walk-up apartments, this may be one of… 22 Apr 2024 6 min read 2
Touring Phoenix Estate: An Underrated Landed Home Cluster With Unblocked Views And Spacious Roads Not to be confused with Phoenix Park in the Tanglin area, Phoenix Estate is a landed enclave in Choa Chu Kang. I’ll be honest and confess that I wasn’t expecting much before I visited: Choa Chu Kang isn’t exactly known… 21 Apr 2024 8 min read 2
Why This District 9 Condo Made Each Owner $775k In Profit: Uncovering The Numbers Behind The Success Luxury condos in Singapore are often skeptically viewed as poor financial commitments. The recent fire sales of high-end developments such as the W Residences at Sentosa or Cuscaden Reserve have only served to add to that ongoing narrative. But some… 20 Apr 2024 6 min read 0