It was 2017, a time when the property market was in a rather sleepy state. I remember stepping into a show flat, where I was greeted by a tagger with the enthusiasm of a sloth on a lazy afternoon. My…
Property Advice
Paya Lebar has become a new commercial hub, and that’s affected its neighbours like Eunos and Geylang in a big way. So it was no surprise that, when Parc Esta launched, buyers scrambled for a project that was one train…
Condo Reviews
We don’t usually focus too much on the results of a single quarter, but this is an exception. Q2 of 2023 marks the first time we’ve seen a faint dip in property prices, since around Q1 of 2020. But does…
Singapore Property News
Moving from an HDB Executive Apartment to a larger inter-terrace landed home can be both exciting and a bit daunting. For C & H (@fiftysixvv), this challenge was a chance to make a dream home for their growing family in…
Homeowner Stories
Sometimes, real estate experts can be very divided on the same plot of land And it does show in things like bids. Take, for example, the Marina Gardens Lane plot: Kingsford Huray bid around $1,402 psf, while GuocoLand bid around…
Singapore Property News
D21 has been the talk of the town with the launch of Reserve Residences, which sold over 70% of its units during its launch. Moreover, given the previous request for tours around the Toh Tuck area, I decided it was…
Landed Home Tours
In this week’s Living In episode, we take a look at a 1,636 square-foot, three-bedroom condo located along the scenic East Coast Park. From the start, the homeowners expressed their love for the ocean and their desire to incorporate it…
Home Tours
Grand Dunman will gather interest as D15’s first mega development since Mandarin Gardens in a relatively low density neighbourhood. With 2 other new launches in the vicinity, will Grand Dunman stand out as the closest development to an MRT station and with some units boasting sea views in the distance?
New Launch Condo Reviews
Condos with large land plots are becoming a thing of the past. Be it because of capitalism, or the lack of space such that we have to maximise every square inch of land, older condos are slowly disappearing from our…
Property Picks
Our first interaction with J unfolded more as a casual inquiry rather than a formal consultation. J, already immersed in discussions with another property agent, approached us on 17th January 2021. He sought an alternate viewpoint and additional insights on two projects: Pasir Ris 8 and The Ryse Residences.
Investor Case Studies
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29 Jun 2023
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This week, we tour a five-room flat at the bustling Pinnacle@Duxton, located in the heart of the city. This unit melds a captivating blend of modern chic and farmhouse themes, with vibrant pops of colour radiating through the home. Covering…
Home Tours
Continuing our search for big apartments that can accommodate multi-generation living, this week we look at five freehold apartments sized above 2,000 square feet. One common theme of these five projects is that they are located in a quiet and…
On The Market
Located in a quiet cul-de-sac along Institution Hill, Hill House offers residents a serene abode within Singapore’s vibrant District 9. However, it has slightly smaller units and its boutique nature means that it won’t appeal to a wide audience.
New Launch Condo Reviews
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28 Jun 2023
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30 min read
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Even with the property boom over the last few years, there are still some affordable options out there. Older resale condos can offer much bigger units, at a cost that’s still comfortable for HDB upgraders. We’ve built a list of…
Property Picks
The Additional Buyers Stamp Duty (ABSD) is seen as a core component of cooling measures. Every time prices creep too high, we see the government ramp up ABSD – most recently on 27th April 2023, when the ABSD on foreign…
Property Market Commentary
Boutique developments are a niche market segment, which may not always follow the overall property market. With fewer units, and hence few transactions, prices for these small condos tend to be more volatile; and with small land plots, these cater…
Property Picks
When we think about investing in a condo, we usually consider things like location, price, and amenities. But what about the architect behind the design? Does a big-name architect make a difference to the sales and profits of a condo?…
Property Picks
When I first heard of Lorong 101–108 Changi, I thought the area would be in a super “ulu”, semi-industrial area. However, I was pleasantly surprised after visiting the neighbourhood as it is right next to Joo Chiat and, as such,…
Landed Home Tours
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25 Jun 2023
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12 min read
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