There are two key things that Singaporeans love in a property: freehold status and proximity to an MRT station. Whether you’re a long-term investor or a legacy-minded homeowner, these are probably in your criteria to be shortlisted when looking for…
Property Picks
Question 1 Hi Stacked, I’ve read your review for Parc Rosewood, as well as the article on 1 bedroom units. I’d like to ask if you have any opinions/advice for me. I’m currently single and 31 (i.e. not eligible for…
Advice
Last week, I started my journey in search of the best affordable waterfront development in Singapore with a viewing at Waterfront Isle (boasting lovely facilities and sweeping views of Bedok Reservoir). As you can probably tell so far, I’m the…
Property Stories
According to HDB, a greater proportion of HDB flats are being sold within a year of reaching the Minimum Occupancy Period (MOP), compared to 2016. Over at Stacked, we note this coincides with a record number of flats reaching MOP…
BTO
This week on Units Of The Week, we narrow our focus on older properties. Why? Well, for one, many of these have a certain charm you might say. Some people like the environment as it harks back to the “good…
Units Of The Week
New homeowners often focus on the price of the property, but not the additional fees, stamp duties, and recurring charges. It’s a common mistake to think these “miscellaneous” costs don’t amount to much – in fact, they can sometimes be…
Buying
Despite Singapore being an island, you don’t get all too many developments that boast waterfront views – which is why that certainly still garners a premium for many on the lookout for scenic water views.
HDB Reviews
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20 Sep 2021
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20 min read
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1953 condo stands out as a Freehold project in the city fringe with conserved shophouses, which is arguably a rare find these days.
New Launch Reviews
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19 Sep 2021
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37 min read
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As we near the end of Q3 2021, one sad truth is clear: Covid-19 is not going away any time soon. For those who have an urgent need to move, the resale market is a tough one to navigate at…
Property Picks
With all the time we’re spending at home thanks to COVID-19, I had briefly entertained the idea of moving to Sentosa when prices fell below the Singapore mainland. Gorgeous views, low-density housing, a closely-knit community (according to online reviews), and…
Property Stories
Question 1 Hi Stacked, What do you think of the capital potential gain for Kingsford Waterbay given the opposite land/forest been earmarked as Lorong Halus light Industrial zone? Also, would the forest at the Sungei Serangoon one day be totally…
Advice
Evergrande is China’s largest property developer and – at this point – possibly its largest real estate disaster. All of this has happened at a rapid pace – from red flags raised in 2018, to the risk of stalled construction…
Commentary
This week, we take a closer look at District 15 in our Units Of The Week issue. District 15 is well known for its mix of luxury and boutique condos, as well as sea views on offer – and being…
Units Of The Week
Property prices really have gone up across all segments, even the extreme luxury end. Good class bungalows (GCBs) have been all the rage in 2021: from $144 million worth in transactions in 48 hours (in July), to news of tech…
Commentary
With changes to the Home School Distance (HSD), we’re not surprised that homebuyers are taking a second look at their shortlist. For parents whose main priority is a good school, things can be tough in 2021 – from rising prices…
Property Picks
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14 Sep 2021
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2013 was the peak of the last property market, with all the havoc that often implies. As cooling measures swept in, many developments – especially new launches at the time – took a nosedive. Now if you’re buying in 2021,…
Analysis
Have you heard of the Yishun curse? I hadn’t till this year when I forwarded a Yishun property listing to a good friend who immediately texted back, “NEVER, NEVER move to Yishun.” This friend is usually rather a calm person,…
Property Stories
It’s always a huge challenge when first-time homebuyers ask “what do I need to know?” The Singapore private property market is so unique, and so dynamic, that what you know today may not apply tomorrow; and there’s just so much…
Buying
