A few weeks ago, I wrote about Bournemouth Road, a landed estate in Katong where prices start(ed) from $5 million (at the time of writing, at least.) Before the article was published, I knew there would be feedback about how…
Editor's Pick
In this week’s episode, we explore a renovated single-storey semi-detached house in Subang Jaya, originally built with a 204 sqm floor area and extended to 279 sqm during the 2022 renovation. This home reflects an architectural approach focused on introversion,…
Home Tours
No one wants government land anymore. We’ve entered the Government Land Sales (GLS) winter. For the third time, with the Media Circle land plot, there have been no winning bids. For long-time market watchers, this is a bit disorienting –…
Property News
Like many of our readers, we’re always on the lookout for scarce or one-of-a-kind HDB flats. Given how standardised public housing is (or will be getting), there’s a certain thrill in finding or owning a home that doesn’t conform; and…
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Hi stacked homes, Always enjoy your thorough analysis on different properties and scenarios. Would like your advice on what’s my next step in property journey since my current 5 room hdb in Central location is already mop. Agent approached us…
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In the Singapore property market, there are many persistent beliefs about shoebox (one-bedder) units, which are tough to prove. However, one thing is for sure – the demand is certainly there given it still is the cheapest entry into the…
Property Advice
In this week’s episode, Marvyn and Joy, a marketing duo, showcase their eclectic 4-room BTO flat in Kallang. They wanted a home that blends cosiness with an open layout for hosting. Their 93-square-metre space features woody and white tones with…
Home Tours
Continuing our search for spacious homes, this week we picked five interesting units that offers space, comfort and a freehold tenure. Each of these condos boasts over 2,400 square feet of expansive living space, giving you plenty of room for…
On The Market
The October 2024 BTO launch is here, and it is one of huge significance as it will be the first launch using the new classification system of Standard, Plus, and Prime. For those looking for a new home, this BTO…
BTO Reviews
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16 Oct 2024
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With Singapore’s population recently hitting a record 6 million, finding condos with spacious grounds is becoming increasingly appealing. One of the most common frustrations among upgraders is that some condos don’t feel like a true upgrade—despite the addition of facilities,…
Property Picks
With the exception of some penthouses or very special premium units, the rule of thumb is “Smaller unit = higher price psf”. Condos like Piccadilly Grand, for example, had one-bedders which were priced at close to $2,200 psf at launch,…
Property Trends
In the world of property, two things tend to draw the most attention: the priciest projects and the most affordable. As we approach the close of 2024, The Arden in Bukit Panjang* falls firmly into the latter category as one…
Editor's Pick
As we all know, property prices in Singapore are still pretty high at the moment. Even older leasehold landed properties are not bucking the trend: at the time of writing, there were 4 units at Kingsville for sale, ranging from…
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In this week’s episode, we explore a uniquely designed home, referred to as the “Jedi Temple,” that embodies a serene atmosphere and captures the play of light. The architecture features geometric forms, creating a sense of tranquillity and depth. The…
Home Tours
What makes a flat Plus, and what makes it Prime? I’m convinced this is the next (mostly) unresolvable argument we’ll see in the coming decades; on par with the age-old “freehold versus leasehold” argument. As I’m writing this, we’re about…
Property News
There has been a lot of inevitable interest in Norwood Grand, and despite all the talk about prices in Woodlands hitting nearly $2k psf, the reality is also that this is just where the current new launch market is at…
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12 Oct 2024
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In this week’s episode, Jewel shares her journey of moving into a shophouse in Singapore, a dream she’s held since first encountering these vibrant, historic buildings seven years ago. The moment she discovered her current unfurnished unit, she was captivated…
Landed Home Tours
Hello Stacked Homes My wife and I are avid readers of your articles – big thanks again for the insightful articles which are very refreshing for the local real estate scene. Grateful if we could get your thoughts on our…
Editor's Pick
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11 Oct 2024
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