In this week’s episode, a 1,300 square feet 5-room HDB resale flat nestled in the tranquil enclave of Pasir Ris. The design focuses on simplicity and relaxation, with minimal use of colour. The layout was retained for its spaciousness, and…
Living In
Singaporeans’ love for mega-developments is unmistakable. Recent sales figures consistently demonstrate their popularity, and it’s easy to see why. It could be a blend of attractive pricing, cost-effective monthly maintenance, or the irresistible array of amenities – be it 80m…
Property Stories
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When it comes to condos from the 1980s and earlier, you can often tell their age at a glance. What consumers wanted in a home was different back then – large patios, open rooftops, and perhaps even a more brutalist…
Buying
On this week’s episode, we tour a five-room BTO flat nestled by Punggol’s NorthShore. Set atop a higher floor, this home offers panoramic views of the waterscape from the moment you step in through the front door. Finished in a…
Insider Tour
As the average size of condos in Singapore continue to shrink and the prices continue to rise, the demand for value-for-money and generously sized apartments gets more competitive, too. This week, we found 5 spacious 3-bedroom apartments sized above 1,700…
Units Of The Week
Indeed, they do exist, but these are admittedly few and far between. If you’re okay to consider older resale condos, the following might be a way to live within the prized Core Central Region (CCR), without having to break the…
Editors' Pick
While some HDB estates are seeing moderating prices in 2023, one fact remains unshaken: for homeowners seeking a long-term stay in an HDB property and finding the wait for a BTO untenable, targeting flats that have just reached their Minimum…
Resale HDB
In this week’s episode, we explore a 1,200 square feet, five-room BTO flat nestled in the tranquil neighbourhood of Bedok. Kelvin, a registered architect and founder of WarchK Architects, skillfully crafted this home as a haven of serenity and relaxation,…
Living In
As we cross beyond the second half of 2023, things are looking up on the buyer’s side. More new homes are being completed, and the uptick in prices has begun to moderate somewhat. There has been a spread of new…
Buying
I have a confession. I was somewhat prejudiced against Happy Gardens estate before I visited. You see, I’d previously toured Macpherson Garden estate, which is across the road, and was, shall we say, not very impressed by it. So I…
Property Stories
I was looking at some regrets on getting a condo on a Reddit thread lately, about whether a condo is still a good investment. You can see it here. And reading through it, I noticed a few good points, but…
News
Everyone knows the usual classification of properties in Singapore: condos, HDBs, shophouses, landed homes, etc. But there are certain subsets within each category that perhaps need more explaining (and are harder to find). For example, large freehold condos with big…
Property Picks
Hi team, It’s been a pleasure reading your informative articles and I really enjoy your data-driven approach. My family and I have been staying in a 5 room HDB for more than 5 years (in Boon Keng area) and we…
Advice
The income ceiling for Executive Condos currently stands at $16,000. But there has been discussion lately over whether it’s time to raise this income ceiling, along with that of BTO flats. It doesn’t surprise us to hear it: amid rising…
Commentary
This week, we tour an executive maisonette nestled in the heart of Tampines. The homeowners have opted for a California Casual theme, with the home spanning 1,657 sqft, featuring three bedrooms and three baths. A glass-filled entryway (formerly a recessed…
Insider Tour
Landed homes may initially seem like the perfect choice for families in need of ample space. However, the reality often includes high maintenance and alteration & addition (A&A) costs, making it an unrealistic option for many. Additionally, those who live…
Units Of The Week
Imagine intending to buy a stock, but it’s jumped from $50 to $100 since you started tracking it. Suddenly, $50 becomes your anchor point, making $100 seem costly. But is $100 truly expensive? It’s hard to tell. If the company’s…
Commentary
