The saying that one man’s floor is another man’s ceiling is most literally applicable in real estate. A clear manifestation of this is how, in many cases, property features considered a serious drawback may appeal to some homeowners, or may…
Property Advice
New launch two-bedders are now reaching – and even pushing past – the $1.8 million mark. And with affordability issues rearing their heads, some small families are now contemplating whether a two-bedder might not be the way to go when…
Property Picks
A common suspicion among buyers is that realtors will always push new launch properties on them, whether or not it’s suited to their purposes. The assumption is that new launch properties will have higher commissions, because new launches tend to…
Property Market Commentary
This week’s round-up is for buyers who want a bit more openness; literally. We’re looking at five of the most affordable condo units under $1 million, that come with unblocked views: whether it’s greenery, low-rise landed estates, or the occasional…
On The Market
Watertown condo is an interesting case study, as buyers weren’t sure what to expect when it launched in 2012. At the time, many still considered Punggol to be too “ulu” to see good resale gains, and some were sceptical about…
Pro
Did early buyers of Martin Modern secure the best gains, or did those who waited for later phases come out ahead? In this installment of our case study series, we examine how different batches of buyers have performed over time….
Pro
Housing and housing affordability are topics of contention in Singapore, and will likely always be. From those who feel HDB is a miracle of public housing, to those who feel we’re a step away from living under that bridge of…
Singapore Property News
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It seems Media Circle Parcel B won’t be doing much for the government coffers, with zero bids received. A GLS site failing to draw interest is a rare (though increasingly less uncommon) outcome. This time, the afflicted area is in…
Editor's Pick
It’s not uncommon to have commercial spaces below walk-up apartments. These are often overlooked by buyers, who typically focus on other details like layouts and nearby transport; but that can be a mistake. The type of commercial business downstairs also…
Homeowner Stories
In this Stacked Pro breakdown: – We studied over 30 resale transactions at Treasure at Tampines to uncover if early buyers actually profited more– See how a mere 6–12 month difference in purchase timing impacted returns — sometimes up to…
Pro
A common attitude toward new launches is that “earlier is better.” We’ve been ingrained in thinking that the sooner we buy, the lower the price, due to developer discounts or early bird pricing. But before you rush to put down…
Editor's Pick
With recent fears of an escalating trade war, we’ve seen more buyers switch to a nervous, “wait and see” approach. This is despite the risk of rising prices, and potentially having to pay more for their home later (or worse,…
Property Market Commentary
In this week’s episode, we explore a Japanese-inspired apartment designed to evoke simplicity, calmness, and a deep connection to nature. The home reworks the conventional apartment layout to create an open, fluid environment, incorporating natural materials, varied floor levels, and…
Editor's Pick
The Core Central Region is about to be a new frontier again. This is where the spotlight will be for the next part of the year – heck, for most of the year, in fact. About 14 new launches of…
Singapore Property News
Most landed estates have their own playground, but these can vary in size and offerings, from tiny spaces to ones with entire basketball courts. Singapore being land-scarce, smaller playgrounds are more common than big ones. Hence, when I saw that…
Editor's Pick
Most landlords and agents agree that, with housing supply stabilising after Covid, the rental market is set to soften. But there are also contradictory opinions: some property agents have also pointed to 60 per cent ABSD rates as a sign…
Rental Market
This is a continuation of the previous week’s list, where we check out the most affordable two and three-bedder condo units near some of the most desirable schools. If you don’t see the school you’re looking for here, check out…
Property Picks
Following last week’s roundup of the cheapest 4-room flats near MRT stations, this week we’re shifting focus to 5-room units—ideal for those who need more space, but don’t want to give up convenience. These aren’t the flashiest homes on the…
On The Market
