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…
Units Of The Week
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….
Editors' Pick
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…
Analysis
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…
Editors' Pick
In this week’s episode, a couple showcases their 175-square-metre penthouse in Joo Chiat, Singapore. Designed to reflect their creative backgrounds and personal nostalgia, the space was fully renovated to include updated electrical and plumbing systems and a reimagined layout for…
Living In
“I’m not sure I want the ‘old bird’ agent,” was the phrase that surprised me this week. In most situations, people would want a veteran on their side. Most of us prefer the older and more experienced doctor, the 20-year…
News
3Gen flats are designed for extended families; they’re bigger, but come with a tough restriction: you’re only going to be able to sell back to other extended families. As we write this, it’s been roughly a decade since 3Gen flats…
Editors' Pick
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…
Analysis
Five years and one world-shaking epidemic later, the property market is like nothing we’ve ever seen. Realtors back then may have warned you prices would go up, but probably even they didn’t expect something this dramatic. For those who were…
Buying
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,…
Units Of The Week
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…
Editors' Pick
Most of us understand that Executive Condominiums (ECs) should be cheaper than private condos; but the question is how much cheaper. There’s been a lot of grumbling that ECs are getting too expensive these days and that buyers may as…
Commentary
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…
Editors' Pick
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Good news for potential homeowners: several upcoming HDB sites are already under construction, even though they’ve yet to be officially announced. This early progress means shorter build times could be on the horizon for these projects. While launch dates and…
BTO
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…
Editors' Pick
In this week’s episode, Wee Hian, an insurance professional, and Ashley, an interior designer, showcase their design in a 1980s 5-room HDB flat. Spanning 118 square metres, this home is crafted for comfort, gatherings, and a vivid display of their…
Living In
Maybe there’s a use for those shuttered stores in old, empty malls. Integrated and mixed-use projects aren’t a new concept in Singapore; but here’s a spin we’re seeing in the US: turning some of those closed-down stores into small, single-bedder…
News
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…
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