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 […]
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Executive Condo Eligibility: Who Can Buy a New EC?
Before applying for a new EC, knowing the various executive condo eligibility criteria is important. This article will explain who can buy a new EC and the HDB regulations they must meet. These include ownership, citizenship, household income, age, composition of applicants, and sale restrictions, […]
Continue readingMeyer Blue Condo Review: Rare Freehold Luxury in District 15
This is a review of Meyer Blue, a freehold condo development along Meyer Road, the most exclusive private housing locale in Singapore’s District 15. This city fringe site was acquired through the en bloc sale of the former Meyer Park condominium in February 2023 by […]
Continue readingHow to Buy A HDB BTO Flat In Singapore [Guide]
This article will offer a step-by-step guide on how to buy an HDB BTO flat (also known as a Built-To-Order flat). But firstly, you may wish to understand Singapore’s property market. Do note that buying an HDB BTO flat is very different from that of an […]
Continue readingKassia Review: Freehold Condo At Flora Drive A Good Investment?
This is a review of Kassia Condo, a freehold condo development in Singapore’s District 17 by Tripartite Developers Pte Ltd. Nestled in the serene private residential enclave of Flora Drive with a total site area of 14,013 sq m (150,840 sq ft) and a plot […]
Continue readingLentor Mansion Review: Condo with Largest Land Plot in New Precinct
This is a review of Lentor Mansion in Singapore’s District 26, the 5th condo development to be launched in the new Lentor township. With a site area spanning almost 22,00 sq m, the mansion-style development boasts the largest land plot in the new Lentor precinct. […]
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 readingSingapore Condo Resale Prices Dipped 0.8 Percent in January 2024
Singapore condo resale prices dipped 0.8 percent in January 2024 after five consecutive months of growth, reversing from a 0.5 percent rise in December 2023. This has led some analysts to question whether this is a sign of a broader market correction. However, it is […]
Continue readingLumina Grand EC Review: Bukit Batok Executive Condo By CDL
Lumina Grand EC Preview: 12 – 22 January 2024 This is a review of Lumina Grand EC, a 99-year leasehold executive condo development located in Bukit Batok West Avenue 5 in Singapore’s District 23. To be developed by City Developments Limited (CDL), the project occupying […]
Continue readingSingapore Property Market in 2024 – Navigating the Uncertainties
What is the outlook for Singapore’s property market in 2004? In this article, we will analyse some of the latest developments to understand what lies ahead. Singapore is a vibrant island nation that boasts a resilient and modern economy with a dynamic property market. For […]
Continue readingThe Whitney Residences Corner Terrace for Sale
Asking Price: $5.9 million The Whitley Residences corner terrace for sale. Area: 6620Sqft Freehold Exclusive private residential enclave 5 bedrooms all en suites Please WhatsApp me for more information and viewing. Thank you. You may also be interested in this exclusive Emerald Hill conserved terrace house and spacious […]
Continue readingFreehold Cavenagh Court in Singapore’s District 9 for Sale
Asking Price: At Valuation Cavenagh Court, a freehold apartment along Cavenagh Road that occupies a land area of 5,259 sqm. Total 68 units Quiet vicinity. Full of privacy Unit is unblocked with excellent ventilation Renovated in 2016 Only 2 units per floor 15 minutes walk […]
Continue readingOctober 2023 Resale Condo Prices Up 0.4 Percent; Volume Recovers Slightly
October 2023 resale condo prices edged up 0.4 percent, lower than 0.8 percent in September and 0.9 percent in August. Meanwhile, the October resale condo volume recovered slightly, up 14.7 percent between September and October. A Snapshot of October 2023 Resale Condo Market Resale condo […]
Continue readingOctober 2023 New Private Home Sales Fall on Absence of New Launches
Singapore’s October 2023 new private home sales fell for the third straight month amid the absence of new property launches. According to data released by the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA), developers sold 203 units last month, excluding executive condominiums (ECs). The October sales figure is […]
Continue readingHillock Green Condo Review: Location, Price, And Investment Analysis
Hillock Green Preview: From 28 October 2023 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 […]
Continue readingJ’Den Condo Review: Living At the Heart of Jurong Lake District
J’Den Preview: 28 October to 7 November 2023 This is a review of 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 features […]
Continue readingOctober 2023 HDB Resale Flat Prices Rebounded 0.5 Percent
October 2023 HDB resale flat prices edged up 0.5%, rebounding from a 0.6% dip in September. Year-on-year, prices were up 5.3%. The number of resale flats sold in October also rebounded, rising 0.8% with an estimated 2,200 units transacted. This is in contrast with the […]
Continue readingSora Condo Review: Lakeside Living In Vibrant Jurong Lake District
Preview: Early 2024 This is a review of Sora, a 99-year leasehold condominium development at Yuan Ching Road in Singapore’s District 22. Located within the exciting Jurong Lake District and overlooking the Jurong Lake Gardens, it will be redeveloped from the former Park View Mansions […]
Continue readingSeptember 2023 Private Home Sales Dipped 44.9 Percent
September 2023 private home sales dipped 44.9% for the second consecutive month in the absence of big project launches, cautious market sentiment, and the seasonal lull during the Hungry Ghost Month. Keys Points of September 2023 Private Home Sales New private home sales (excluding […]
Continue readingOne-North Review: A Singapore Property Hotspot, Education Hub, Food Haven
This is a review of One-North located in the southern region of Singapore. Emerging as an important and significant high-tech research hub, it is expected to see rising demand for housing, making it a property hotspot in Singapore to look out for. Together with Singapore […]
Continue readingSeptember 2023 HDB Resale Prices Fell 0.6 Percent, First Drop Since February
September 2023 HDB resale prices fell 0.6%, the first drop since February, while fewer units were sold. Prices in non-mature estates fell 0.9% while mature estates declined 0.4%. Compared with September 2022, overall resale prices increased by 4.9%. Other Key Points of September 2023 […]
Continue readingRARE Freehold Emerald Hill Conservation Terrace House For Sale
Very Rare freehold Emerald Hill conservation terrace house for sale. Beautiful, charming, and spacious home with 4,072 sq ft built-in area. Well-kept and modern design. Park at your own private car porch. Located in the peaceful oasis of Emerald Hill. Short walk to Orchard Central, […]
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 readingThird Quarter 2023 New Private Home Prices Rebound; Fewer Homes Sold
Third quarter private home prices rebounded 0.5%, reversing a 0.2% drop in the previous quarter. This was led by demand from local buyers for properties in the city fringe and the suburbs. Factors Driving Third Quarter 2023 New Private Home Prices Below is a […]
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 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 readingNew HDB Flat Classifications & Rules: Standard, Plus & Prime BTO Flats
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 […]
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