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…
Editors' Pick
In this week’s episode, we delve into the unique features of a ground floor apartment nestled within the charming residential area of Joo Chiat. Spanning 1,900 sqft and steeped in history, this home boasts a lineage tracing back to the…
Living In
Do you like cruises? Do you really really like them, to the point you can stay on that ship for months or years? Then you’ll be glad to know you can, in fact, buy a cruise ship cabin and live…
News
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…
Analysis
Hi Stacked Homes, I wanted to check in with you regarding the possibility to upgrade to a condo in terms of financial stability and suitability. Currently owning a 4 room HDB flat at Saint George Towers. It has recently MOP…
Advice
We know some of you are die-hard boutique condo fans, who don’t want big crowds around your pool or other facilities. Unfortunately, a lot of these smaller projects tend to be less aggressive with their marketing; and some of them…
Editors' Pick
More often than not, having convenient access to an MRT station would be something most home buyers would have high on their priority list. But understandably, this also comes with its limitations – ranging from higher cost outlays and higher…
Units Of The Week
The perspective on leasehold condos has been changing in recent years. Homebuyers are a little less hung-up on freehold status; that’s thanks to the high freehold premium and the realisation that many condos go en-bloc long before it matters. But…
Analysis
For those who can recall, 2019 was an interesting year for District 2’s real estate landscape. This included the mega-development Avenue South Residence, the iconic Pearl Bank Apartments revival through the launch of One Pearl Bank and the smaller freehold…
Condo Reviews
For some people, the impact of a duplex, double-volume unit is worth the maintenance effort. Singapore homes are getting more cramped as the years go by, so just like the preference for bigger condos, we’re also starting to see more…
Property Picks
In this week’s episode, explore a unique home nestled in the SengKang area, boasting a blend of old-world charm and modern design. With a land area of 2,160 sqft and a build-out of around 3,000 sqft, this residence offers a…
Living In
Private properties have reached new heights of unaffordability in the aftermath of Covid; and with ABSD rates sitting at 20 per cent, it’s unsurprising that price is a bigger issue than ever. But this led us to ask: are there…
Commentary
My Mother spent over 30 years of her life staying with and caring for her own mother. When she was no longer needed, she had to move out of the house in which she had stayed for almost half her…
Editors' Pick
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In this week’s episode, discover a unique home in Bukit Merah, a 5-room HDB flat spanning 1280 sqft. Designed with a mindful approach, this space embraces imperfections and celebrates the beauty of raw authenticity. Upon entering, guests are greeted by…
Living In
Yet another luxury condo fire sale You’ve probably heard: The prices at The Residences at W Singapore Sentosa Cove are being slashed by over 40 per cent. But as great as that may sound, here are a few things that…
News
Twin VEW and Whistler Grand are just across the road from each other; so even back when they were launched in 2018, comparisons between the two were common. Now that it’s 2024, it’s time we took a look at how…
Investment
My wife and I are celebrating our 50th year, still cherishing our humble beginnings in the resale 3-room HDB flat we bought in 1997, shortly after tying the knot. With three grown children, aged 17, 20, and 22, still under…
Advice
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Resale flat prices have been at a high since Covid, but perhaps they’re finally beginning to level off. And while owners have been cheering their strong appreciation, resale flat prices are quite the nightmare for first-time home buyers or couples…
Resale HDB
