The J’Den Preview: 28 October – 7 November This is a review of the J’Den, a 99-year mixed-use development at the heart of the Jurong Lake District (JLD) in Singapore’s District 22. It will be the redevelopment of the former JCube, a shopping mall which […]
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The Arcady Review: Freehold Condo Near Boon Keng MRT
The Arcady Preview: October / November 2023 This is a review of The Arcady condo at Boon Keng, Singapore’s District 12. This freehold city-fringe condominium development, just 6 minutes walk from the Boon Keng MRT station, will occupy the former site of Euro Asia Apartments […]
Continue readingThe Greater Southern Waterfront: A Property Market Outlook
Since the Greater Southern Waterfront (GSW) was first announced in 2013, it has generated great excitement and interest amongst real estate developers, property investors and homebuyers. This is because the sale of land for new private residential and commercial developments in the Greater Southern Waterfront […]
Continue readingLentor Hills Residences Condo Review: Location, Price, Investment Potential
This is a review of Lentor Hills Residences, a 99-year leasehold condo development in Singapore’s District 26. Situated at Lentor Hills Road, the project will be undertaken by a consortium made up of Intrepid Investments (a unit of Hong Leong Holdings), GuocoLand, and TID Residential […]
Continue readingLentoria Condo Review & Analysis: 10 Key Selling Points
This is a review of Lentoria, a 99-year leasehold condo development located at Lentor Hills Road in Singapore’s District 26. It will be developed by TID, a joint venture between the Hong Leong Group and Mitsui Fudosan. The 116,456 sq ft (10,819.04 sq m) site […]
Continue readingHillock Green Condo Review: Location, Price, And Investment Analysis
This is a review of Hillock Green condo, a 99-year leasehold development in the new Lentor private residential precinct in Singapore’s District 26. It is within a 2-minute walk of the Lentor MRT station and next to the Lentor Modern integrated development that was launched […]
Continue readingJurong Lake District Development: A Property Investment Hotspot
The Jurong Lake District (JLD) is a major development project in western Singapore aimed at creating new business and leisure opportunities outside the Central Business District (CBD). In fact, it will become Singapore’s second-largest Central Business District (CBD) outside the city. It will also be […]
Continue readingSingapore Property Investment – 7 Key Factors [Guide]
Singapore property investment has been one of the most preferred options fo asset progression in Singapore. As a highly developed city-state, Singapore is home to a well-regulated property market that provides ample opportunities for investors to grow and preserve their wealth. However, investing in Singapore’s […]
Continue readingExecutive Condo Review – Is It A Good Investment Property?
Can an executive condo (EC) be a good investment property? To answer this question, let’s take a look at the following data and charts. Comparison of the 20-year island-wide price trend of executive condos (EC) versus 99-year leasehold private condos Comparison of average price growth […]
Continue readingExecutive Condo Guide – EC Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Executive Condominiums (ECs) are developed and sold by private developers. They can be considered a type of hybrid housing falling between an HDB flat and a private condo. It comes with facilities like private condos but is subjected to certain HDB eligibility and ownership rules. […]
Continue readingHillhaven Condo Review: Location, Price And Investment Analysis
This is a review of Hillhaven condo, a 99-year leasehold development located at Hillview Rise in Singapore’s District 23. To be jointly developed by Far East Organization and Sekisui House, it is located beside the Hillview Community Club, opposite HillV2 shopping mall and just a […]
Continue readingNew HDB Flat Classifications & Rules: Standard, Plus, Prime
At the National Day Rally (NDR) on 21 August 2023, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong unveiled new HDB flat classifications for Build-To-Order (BTO) flats – Prime, Plus, and Standard. With these new HDB flat classifications, the application of BTO flats and their subsequent sale after […]
Continue readingTMW Maxwell Condo Review: Mixed-Use Development Near Maxwell MRT
This review of TMW Maxwell, a forthcoming mixed-use development that will offer 324 residential units, 8 restaurants, and 3 retail outlets. It will be constructed on the site of the former Maxwell House, a commercial building located in Singapore’s coveted District 2. Maxwell House was […]
Continue readingThe Arden: Condo Review: Location, Price, Investment Analysis
This is a review of The Arden (雅诗轩), a 99-year leasehold condo at Phoenix Road in Singapore’s District 23. Comprising 3 blocks totalling 105 units of 2- to 4-bedrooms, this boutique development by Qingjian Realty Pte Ltd is expected to be launched in the 2nd […]
Continue reading2Q 2023 Singapore Luxury Property Market Report
The government’s introduction of a new cooling measure in April 2023 has had a significant impact on 2Q 2023 Singapore luxury property market. The measure, which doubled the Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty (ABSD) on the purchase of a residential property by a foreigner to 60%, […]
Continue readingWatten House Condo Review: Location, Price, Investment Analysis
This is a review of Watten House, a luxurious freehold condominium at Bukit Timah in Singapore’s prime District 11. It is just 7 minutes walk from the Tan Kah Kee MRT station on the Downtown Line. The site was formerly occupied by the Watten Estate […]
Continue readingSingapore Property Market Overview And Investment Guide
The Singapore property market has attracted strong interest from both locals and foreigners for good reasons. This is because Singapore offers a stable and well-regulated property market with a range of property options available for investors. Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned property investor, […]
Continue readingAltura EC Review: Location, Price, Investment Potential
This is a review of Altura EC located at Bukit Batok West Avenue 8 in Singapore’s District 23. To be developed by a joint venture between Qingjian Realty and Santarli Construction, it offers 360 residential units of 3- to 5-bedrooms. The 12,449.3 sq m site […]
Continue readingLakegarden Residences Condo Review: Location, Price, Investment Potential
This is a review of Lakegarden Residences, a 99-year leasehold condo development at Yuan Ching Road overlooking the Jurong Lake Gardens in Singapore’s District 22. Located within the Jurong Lake District (JLD), which will be the biggest business district outside the city, it will enjoy […]
Continue readingUnderstanding Singapore Property Policies & Financing Options
Understanding Singapore Property Policies & Financing Options Navigating Singapore’s residential property market can present significant challenges. Equip yourself with essential information on Singapore property policies, financing alternatives, and in-depth market research to make informed decisions during your property investment journey. Singapore’s property market stands out […]
Continue readingQ2 2023 Resale Condo Prices Up for 5th Straight Quarter, Fewer Units Sold
Q2 2023 resale condo prices inched up by 0.6%, marking the fifth consecutive quarterly increase. However, the pace of growth slowed compared to the previous quarter, where prices rose by 2.9%. On a year-on-year basis, resale condo prices rose by 7.8% in the second quarter, […]
Continue readingGrand Dunman Condo Review: Location, Price, Developer, Investment Analysis
This is a review of Grand Dunman, a mega 99-year leasehold condo development in Singapore’s District 15. To be developed by Sing-Haiyi Jade, a unit of SingHaiyi Group, the mega-site occupies a land area of 25,234.3 sq m (271,619.74 sq ft) and will offer 1,035 […]
Continue readingPinetree Hill Condo Review: Location, Price, Investment Potential
This is a review of Pinetree Hill Condo, a 99-year leasehold development located at Pine Grove in Singapore’s District 21. Nestled in a private residential enclave in Ulu Pandan and along the prime Holland Road corridor, it is expected to attract property investors looking for […]
Continue readingNewport Residences Condo Review: Location, Price, Investment Analysis
This is a review of Newport Residences, an upcoming freehold mixed-use development located at 80 Anson Road in Singapore’s prime District 2 next to the Greater Southern Waterfront. Within walking distance of the Price Edward (Circle Line) and Tanjong Pagar (East-West Line) MRT stations, there […]
Continue readingMarina View Residences Review: Location, Price, Investment Analysis
Marina View Residences is a luxurious mixed-use development within the Central Business District (CBD) in Singapore’s District 1. Located at Marina View just off Shenton Way in the Marina Bay area, the 7,817.6 sq m (84.147.9 sq ft) site is expected to yield about 905 […]
Continue readingSkywaters Residences Condo Review: Location, Prices, Investment Potential
This is a review of Skywaters Residences, a 99-year leasehold mixed-use development comprising retail spaces, offices, a hotel and 215 units of luxurious residences. Located at Shenton Way in Singapore’s prime District 1, it will be a redevelopment of the former AXA Tower. The 63-storey […]
Continue readingThe Myst Condo Review: Location, Price, Investment Potential
This is a review of The Myst Condo, a 99-year leasehold development with 408 residential units of 1- to 5-bedrooms. Located at Upper Bukit Timah Road in Singapore’s District 23, it is within a 5-minute walk from the Cashew MRT station and a 9-minute walk […]
Continue readingMay Condo Resale Prices Up 0.9 Percent; Price Gap Widens Versus New Launches
May 2023 condo resale prices climbed for a fourth consecutive month as buyers continue to turn to resale properties amid the sizeable price gap between new private homes and those on the secondary market. In May, an estimated 946 condo resale units changed hands, an […]
Continue readingThe Basics of Property Financing and Investment in Singapore
Property financing and investment in Singapore can be a complex process as it requires a wide spectrum of knowledge. These include the following: Property financing options and terms. Financial assessment and evaluation. Government grants, schemes, and taxes. Legal and regulatory frameworks. Market trend and risk […]
Continue readingMay 2023 HDB Resale Price Growth Slows, Volume Up
May 2023 HDB resale price growth slows while volume increased slightly. The Housing and Development Board (HDB) resale market saw prices climb 0.3% in May, down from the 1.1% growth in April. Overall, May’s prices were up 7.7% from the same period a year ago. […]
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