Units Of The Week Issue #44
Welcome to the first issue of Units Of The Week for 2021!
This week, we have decided to showcase the nicest units that we’ve come across in District 3 – with a good mix of both condo and HDB options – one of which is a totally unique loft offering at SkyTerrace@Dawson.
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Here we go, these are the Units Of The Week for the week of 6 January 2021.
1River Place
$2,990,000
| Project: | River Place |
|---|---|
| District: | 03 |
| Address: | 60 Havelock Road |
| Tenure: | 99 years |
| Size: | 2,057 sqft |
| $PSF: | $1,453.57 |
| Developer: | Far East Organization |
| TOP: | 2000 |
Why I like it
I’ve always liked the idea of staying next to a river – hence my choice at River Place. It is now 20 years old, and I think most people would recognise it by its brown and white facade and rooftop tennis court by now (even if they don’t know it by name).
As an old development and leasehold one at that, it represents one of the lower entry prices (at least, psf wise) that occupies a significant location on the waterfront.
This unit is a sizeable 2,057 square feet townhouse, with 3 a total of 3 storeys (so you definitely lose some space to the number of stairs). That said, I do like the big windows and 2 of the 3 bedrooms will have a view towards the river as well.
The open terrace is also a nice area to entertain guests, although some might see that as further wasted space.
– Ryan
29A Boon Tiong Road
$928,888
| Project: | Boon Tiong HDB |
|---|---|
| District: | 03 |
| Address: | 9A Boon Tiong Road |
| Tenure: | 99 years |
| Size: | 990 sqft |
| $PSF: | $938.27 |
| Developer: | HDB |
| TOP: | 2014 |
Why I like it
As far as prime HDB’s go, this 4 room HDB at Boon Tiong Road is definitely considered one. It is just a fully sheltered short walk to Tiong Bahru MRT, and was just completed in 2014 so it is still considered new. Let’s not forget Tiong Bahru Plaza is situated there as well, and has Golden Village for your movie needs and an NTUC Finest at the basement.
If you are looking for something more affordable, Tiong Bahru market and the entire hipster enclave is also just a short walk away.
Of course, the biggest draw of this HDB flat is really the interior design. It looks really modern, and the colour tones are attractive as well. For a younger couple looking for less hassle and are reluctant to wait for a BTO this would definitely be one of interest.
– Druce
You can also view a tour of the home here.
392 Dawson Road
$948,000
| Project: | SkyTerrace@Dawson |
|---|---|
| District: | 03 |
| Address: | 92 Dawson Road |
| Tenure: | 99 years |
| Size: | 1,044 sqft |
| $PSF: | $908.05 |
| Developer: | HDB |
| TOP: | 2015 |
Why I like it
Having spent a good amount of time at the Dawson area, I’m definitely drawn to SkyTerrace@Dawson, not just for its location but for its really unique units as well.
Loft units are something you definitely don’t come across everyday in an HDB, and I’ve always loved a high ceiling in my living room, even though some people feel that it is wasted and unusable space.
With the high ceilings (and window) this unit feels really bright and is a world of difference in terms of the spacious feeling that you get as well. It was just completed in 2015 so this is as new as it gets for a resale HDB.
– Reuben
4Commonwealth Towers
$1,800,000
| Project: | Commonwealth Towers |
|---|---|
| District: | 03 |
| Address: | Commonwealth Avenue |
| Tenure: | 99 years |
| Size: | 904 sqft |
| $PSF: | $1,991.15 |
| Developer: | Wealthall Development Pte Ltd |
| TOP: | 2017 |
Why I like it
Out of the current crop of condos at Queenstown (the jury is still out on Stirling Residences), I definitely still like Commonwealth Towers the most. It is super sleek and I think would still look modern in time to come, and facilities wise it doesn’t fare too badly too.
This 3 bedroom unit at 904 square feet is definitely on the small side, and does come with an unusual layout, as the master bedroom is on the left of the hallway, instead of the end like it usually is placed.
You do get an enclosed kitchen here too, and for the most part, the interior design is nice, although some may lament the lack of colour.
– Stanley
548 Strathmore Avenue
$799,999
| Project: | 48 Stratmore Avenue |
|---|---|
| District: | 03 |
| Address: | 48 Strathmore Avenue |
| Tenure: | 99 years |
| Size: | 915 sqft |
| $PSF: | $874.32 psf |
| Developer: | HDB |
| TOP: | 2005 |
Why I like it
This 4 room HDB flat at Strathmore is already 15 years old at this point, but it is still in good shape and its location (350m walk to Queenstown MRT) is still one of its major selling points. Of course, there are newer and nicer HDB’s in the area now, but this still represents a lower entry price if you are keen on this neck of the woods.
At 915 square feet, it is definitely not the biggest of spaces but the ID is certainly one of its selling points. The open plan kitchen is quite nice, and although white based, it is a departure from the other designs that you might usually see on the market.
– Sean
