We’ve been heading to the East for the last few weeks, so I thought it was time for something different. This week, we’ll go to Martaban Road, a rather under-the-radar street in the Balestier area. I first learnt about it…
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“There’s no way it can compete with an older condo” is a sentiment I still hear these days. This is despite moves like GFA harmonisation, and developers implementing dumbbell layouts wherever possible. Among a certain group of Singaporeans, you’ll never…
Property News
One of the worst feelings in the world is getting no responses to your listing, even if you’re in the mid-range of the latest property transactions. While you may be well-capitalised, there’s a definite opportunity cost when waiting – the…
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As we approach March, we’ve had several surprises: from the strong response to condos like ELTA and Parktown Residence, to persistently limited resale supply. For those of you on the hunt, here’s a rundown on the most affordable of the…
Property Picks
The land-sales cycle refers to Government Land Sales (GLS), where residential land is sold to private developers. This creates some loosely defined “cycles” with similar characteristics: that is, “batches” of condos that were built on GLS land released in certain…
Property Trends
We’ve come a long way in the past two decades, and so has the Singapore transport system. There are more MRT stations and train lines now; and that in turn would have affected some condos. In the past, it was…
Property Trends
Executive maisonettes (EMs) stand out in the HDB landscape—not just for their spacious layouts, but also for their duplex design. So, if you’re after a layout that feels less conventional or just want more room to spread out, here are…
On The Market
Whether you planned the move from the beginning, or your finances have changed, it’s time for you to switch back down to an HDB flat. This doesn’t just involve lifestyle changes: it may also mean regulatory hurdles like the waiting…
Property Advice
Parktown Residence is set to change Tampines North, and it has two qualities Singaporeans love: it’s a mega-development, and it’s integrated. But while it was always going to be popular, most people wouldn’t have predicted the mad rush during its…
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Although Union Square Residences launched in November 2024, the renewed focus on the Core Central Region (CCR) in 2025 makes this an opportune time to revisit its pricing—even though it’s not technically in the CCR. This was one of the…
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This week, we’re taking a tour of Lorong Stangee, a small residential enclave just off East Coast Road, which is well-known for its eateries. Although I love the idea of living close enough to walk to restaurants and cool cafes,…
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In this week’s episode, we explore a renovated three-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment in the central business district. Designed to accommodate evolving work and family needs, the home balances functionality with a muted yet warm palette, accented by carefully selected furniture. The…
Home Tours
“Just because you can, doesn’t mean you should.” That saying doesn’t have to mean surrendering your plans; it can also be about patience. I’m reminded of it after Budget 2025 – one of the big changes is enhanced support for…
Property News
Once a quiet forested enclave, the URA has strategically mapped out Lentor for 11 residential plots. Seven plots have been launched so far, and today’s launch in question, Lentor Central Residences is the latest entrant to this much-evolved area. Most…
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With home prices climbing, we may soon see a day when families (at least smaller families) are forced to accept a two-bedder as a norm. But not all two-bedders are created equal: older two-bedders may be huge in terms of…
Property Advice
The US seems to be undergoing a volatile time, and it’s just the start of their current President’s (the Trump administration) four-year term. So it’s not surprising how many questions we’ve had of late, regarding how all of this is…
Property Market Commentary
Walk-up apartments might not be for everyone. The lack of a lift means dealing with a flight of stairs daily, and from a financial standpoint, they’re not always the most straightforward investment. But they offer something different from the standard…
On The Market
Tampines North is certainly having its moment. Hot on the heels of Parktown Residence, the upcoming launch of Aurelle of Tampines signals yet another wave of interest in this fast-developing estate. But while Parktown Residence enjoys the limelight of being…
New Launch Condo Analysis
