Flats that have just reached their Minimum Occupancy Period (MOP) tend to sell for a premium. After all, it’s a “all of the pros, none of the cons” situation: the flat is ready to move in, unlike waiting for a BTO flat. The renovations probably need a lot less work, and you can check out the reality on the ground - right down to viewing to see which neighbours you have. At the same time, the lease decay is irrelevant at that age.
So it’s no surprise that these flats tend to sell for much higher prices. But as always in real estate, exceptions do exist. This week, we compiled a list of 4-room flats that aren’t outrageously priced, despite how new they are:
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Shortlists like this are a useful starting point, but the units that make the list aren't necessarily the ones that make the most sense for your budget, lifestyle or long-term plans.
The harder part comes afterwards: comparing the trade-offs, evaluating the numbers, and deciding which home is actually the best fit for your situation.
Over time, that's also why we decided to work with agents who shared the same data-driven and advisory-led approach behind our editorial, consultants who could help readers think through decisions more objectively, rather than simply push transactions.
Today, the team has worked with more than 2,000 clients across over $5B in property transactions.
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467A Bukit Batok West Avenue 9
$595,000
| Attribute | Info |
| Address | 467A Bukit Batok West Avenue 9 |
| Size | 1,001 sq ft |
| $PSF | $594 |
| TOP date | 2020 |
Why I like it
This unit is a short walk to Le Quest Shopping Mall and the Bukit Batok West Hawker Centre, which provide a good mix of everyday dining and amenities. There is also a supermarket and various food options within the surrounding HDB cluster. For outdoor activities, the nearby park connector leads to Bukit Batok Town Park, Little Guilin, and Bukit Batok Nature Park.
The living and dining areas are nicely segregated, which helps to clearly define the communal spaces. An open kitchen makes the dining area feel more spacious, while a kitchen island helps separate the kitchen from the dining space and provides additional counter and storage space. The kitchen also comes with a separate service yard. The bedrooms do not have built-in furniture, which makes it easier for buyers to reconfigure the space to their own liking. A simple renovation has already been done, and the neutral colour palette should be easy to complement without requiring a major revamp.
2478A Yishun Street 44
$610,000
| Attribute | Info |
| Address | 478A Yishun Street 44 |
| Size | 1,001 sq ft |
| $PSF | $609 |
| TOP date | 2019 |
Why I like it
There are various food options and a supermarket within walking distance of this flat, providing convenient access to daily necessities. The block is also situated in a quieter cluster next to a large forested area, which gives the surroundings a more peaceful feel.
The unit sits on a high floor and receives plenty of natural light. A cabinet has been installed near the entrance to create a small foyer, which also improves privacy by preventing passers-by from looking directly into the unit. The living and dining areas are nicely segregated, while the kitchen is spacious and offers plenty of storage space. It also comes with a separate service yard. The home shelter is located along the walkway leading to the bedrooms, and all three bedrooms are well sized. Most of the fixtures are in white, which brightens the space and makes it easy for buyers to complement with their own furnishings.
- Ryan J.
3101B Canberra Street
$629,999
| Attribute | Info |
| Address | 101B Canberra Street |
| Size | 1,001 sq ft |
| $PSF | $629 |
| TOP date | 2020 |
Why I like it
This flat is located in a quieter area close to a landed estate, offering a more private residential setting. There is a supermarket and various food options within walking distance, while the nearby park connector leads directly to Sembawang Park and the beach.
The unit enjoys a partially unblocked view and receives plenty of natural light. The living and dining areas are clearly segregated, creating a comfortable layout for communal spaces. An open kitchen helps the dining area feel more spacious, and the different flooring used in the kitchen and dining area subtly demarcates the spaces. The kitchen also comes with a separate service yard. One of the bedrooms features a large open built-in wardrobe, while the neutral colour palette throughout the home makes it easy for buyers to adapt the space to their own style.
- Hailey
4183A Woodlands Street 13
$640,000
| Attribute | Info |
| Address | 183A Woodlands Street 13 |
| Size | 1,001 sq ft |
| $PSF | $639 |
| TOP date | 2019 |
Why I like it
This unit is about a 10-minute walk to Marsiling MRT station (NSL), which has supermarkets and various food options nearby. Marsiling Mall and the Hawker Centre are also within walking distance, while additional eateries and a supermarket can be found within the surrounding HDB cluster. The flat sits along the park connector that leads to Marsiling Park, the Woodlands Waterfront, and Admiralty Park, and is also next to Woodlands Town Park East.
Inside the unit, the living and dining areas are nicely segregated, creating clearly defined communal spaces. The kitchen is well sized and comes with both top and bottom cabinets, providing plenty of storage space. It also includes a separate service yard. The bedrooms have minimal built-in fixtures, which makes it easier for buyers to reconfigure the spaces according to their own needs or renovation plans.
- Gail
5140B Corporation Drive
$660,000
| Attribute | Info |
| Address | 140B Corporation Drive |
| Size | 1,001 sq ft |
| $PSF | $659 |
| TOP date | 2019 |
Why I like it
This flat is situated in a quieter part of the neighbourhood, with a supermarket and various eateries within walking distance. It is also a short walk to Jurong Lake Gardens, which provides plenty of green space and recreational options nearby.
The unit sits on a high floor and enjoys an unblocked view along with plenty of natural light. The living and dining areas are nicely segregated, giving the space a comfortable flow. A half-glass wall and glass door separate the kitchen from the dining area, creating a layout that feels almost like an open kitchen while still preventing cooking fumes from reaching the living areas. The kitchen offers generous storage space with cabinets installed on both sides, and it comes with a separate service yard. The neutral colour palette throughout the unit also makes it easy for buyers to match with their own.
- Druce
Round-ups like this are a good place to start a shortlist, but the real work begins when you start comparing the final few options, looking beyond the headline criteria to decide which property is the best fit for your own situation.
That's where many readers ask us to help.
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