When it comes to housing, it’s easy to get caught up in the headlines about skyrocketing prices or cooling measures. But to truly understand the shifts in HDB flat affordability, it’s essential to dig deeper than just average price tags…
Analysis
In Singapore’s dynamic property market, certain condos have come to serve as unofficial “benchmarks.” These aren’t guidelines laid out in any rulebook, but rather an unspoken consensus among buyers, agents, and investors. Whether it’s their prominence, their size, or simply…
Commentary
In this week’s episode, we explore a 216-square-metre freehold penthouse with a large roof terrace. The family sought a timeless, clutter-free design, where storage is cleverly concealed behind closed doors. Architect Woon Chung Yen, founder of Metre Architects, focused on…
Living In
Fancy a landed property that’s cheap, scenic, and really doesn’t need air-conditioning? Any of you with classic Singaporean “polar bear” syndrome? By that I mean you make you scream when someone raises the air-con past 22 degrees. There’s now a…
News
By now, you’ve probably heard all about those headline-grabbing, million-dollar resale flats. But let’s be honest – that’s not the kind of news most of us can act on, especially when such transactions represent just a tiny fraction of the…
BTO
Dear Stacked homes, Thanks for all the valuable information you have provided. I would like to ask for your advice on our situation. We are a mid-40 couple with 3 young children. We have a combined income of approx 27k…
Advice
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…
Analysis
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…
Units Of The Week
The housing supply crunch may be over, but as we keep hearing, it’s hard to tell. New launches and resale condos alike are still pricey, leaving one remaining option: the Executive Condominium (EC). Due to their lower price point, ECs…
Editors' Pick
The official prices for 8@BT aren’t out yet, but the developers have indicated a starting $PSF of $2,530. With that, here’s a guesstimate of what we think the starting $PSF for each unit type would be based on this information:…
Analysis
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Just the other day, I received a distressing call from my panic-stricken auntie asking for help. “Cheryl, your gong gong is missing! He left home alone without me knowing and I don’t know where he is now. I need help…
Commentary
For larger families, moving from the spaciousness of a landed property to a condo can be challenging; but it also brings new opportunities – and with the right kind of layout and design, a smaller condo unit can still feel…
Property Stories
Last week, we visited Cashew Terrace in D23 and I was very impressed by how expansive and accessible the area was (it is right next to an MRT station and only 1 stop away from various malls, but still quite…
Editors' Pick
Jonathan and Edlyn were inspired by modern New York-style loft apartments and wanted to bring minimalist elements like warm wood finishes and large glass windows into their 1,163-square-foot duplex near Pasir Ris Beach, where they enjoy walks with their dog,…
Living In
You know those guides that say you should bang pots and pans, to scare off a bear? Or that you should talk calmly to an armed kidnapper to humanise yourself? Those are the kinds of solutions only someone in my…
News
There’s no shortage of biases in the Singapore property market. Some long-time investors swear by freehold properties, while others prefer resale homes, finding new launch prices too steep. And if you’ve spoken to a property agent, you’ve likely heard the…
Analysis
Hi Ryan, I would like to take this opportunity to thank you and StackHome for providing Singaporeans with in-depth analyses of the Singapore property market. I really appreciate the content you guys are producing. I am currently facing a dilemma…
Advice
With more central area flats reaching the million-dollar mark (or at least around $800,000), there’s reason to reconsider small or far-flung condo units. Whilst you could potentially get a small resale condo for around a million, does that compare to…
Buying
