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 […]
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Lentor 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 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 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 property 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 […]
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 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 readingA Complete Guide: Buying A Resale Private Property In Singapore
This is a complete guide on buying a resale private property in Singapore. It will detail the step-by-step process in landing your dream home. For a quick access to the various sections of the post, please click on the links in the Table of Contents […]
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 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. […]
Continue readingThe Reserve Residences Condo Review: Location, Price, Investment Analysis
This is a review of The Reserve Residences, a 99-year integrated development located at Jalan Anak Bukit in Singapore’s District 21, and next to the Bukit Timah Nature Reserves. To be developed by Far East Organization (FEO) and its Hong Kong-based sister company Sino Group, […]
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 readingThe Continuum Condo Review: Location, Price, Investment Analysis
This is a review of The Continuum, a freehold condo development at Thiam Siew Avenue in Singapore’s District 15. Jointly developed by Hoi Hup Realty and Sunway Developments, it will comprise four 17-story and two 18-story blocks housing a total of 816 residential units. They […]
Continue readingBlossoms By The Park Condo Review: Location, Price, Investment Analysis
This is a review of Blossoms By The Park, an upcoming mixed-use development with commercial units at the ground floor located at Slim Barracks Rise. It is located within the vibrant One-North precinct in Singapore’s District 5, aka Singapore’s Silicon Valley. With a land size […]
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 readingSingapore Hike ABSD; Rate Doubles For Foreigners to 60 Percent
The Government has announced increases in the Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty (ABSD) rates to promote a sustainable property market. The revised rates will take effect from 27 April 2023. Although the implementation of the property cooling measures in December 2021 and September 2022 has had […]
Continue readingMarch 2023 Condo Resale Prices and Volumes Rise
March 2023 condo resale prices continue to rise in March. Volumes also increased. The Singapore resale condominium market continues to grow in March 2023, supported by strong demand for units in the Outside of Central Region (OCR). According to the flash estimates, overall resale prices […]
Continue readingHow to Buy A New Launch Private Property In Singapore
This is a complete guide on how to buy a new launch private property, detailing the step-by-step process to secure your dream home. Before embarking on To navigate to each section of the post, please click on the links in the Table of Contents below. […]
Continue readingTembusu Grand Condo Review: Location, Price, Investment Analysis
This is a review of Tembusu Grand, a 99-year leasehold condominium development at Jalan Tembusu in Singapore’s highly popular and vibrant District 15. It will have four 20- and 21-storey blocks with a total of 638 units of 1- to 5 bedrooms, including 2 penthouses. […]
Continue readingHDB Resale Prices In Q1 2023 Grew 0.9%, Smallest Increase In 10 Quarters
HDB resale prices in Q1 2023 grew at a slower pace of 0.9% compared to a 2.3% increase in the previous quarter. This is the smallest quarterly increase in the last 10 quarters or 2.5 years. This indicates that price resistance is setting in. The […]
Continue readingSingapore Q1 2023 Private Home Prices Rise 3.2%: URA Flash Estimates
Singapore Q1 2023 private home prices recorded a relatively strong increase of 3.2%, according to flash estimates released by the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) on Monday (Apr 3). Meanwhile, you may also be interested in the report “HDB Resale Prices In Q1 2023 Grew 0.9%, […]
Continue readingFebruary 2023 Condo Resale Volumes Rise 50.3%, First Increase After 4 Months
In February 2023, the resale volumes of private condominiums in Singapore increased for the first time since October 2022. The rise was driven by pent-up demand following the Chinese New Year period. The number of resold units in February was 756, a 50.3% increase from […]
Continue readingFebruary 2023 HDB Resale Flat Prices Flat After 31-Month Climb
February 2023 HDB resale flat prices were flat after a 31-Month Climb. The number of sales decreased by 28.2% to an estimated 1,849 units in February, down from 2,575 units in January. Prices of resale flats in mature and non-mature estates dipped marginally by 0.1% […]
Continue readingBotany At Dairy Farm Condo Review: Location, Price, Investment Analysis
This is a review of the Botany At Dairy Farm, a 99-year leasehold condo development at Dairy Farm Walk in Singapore’s District 23. It is about 9-10 minutes walk from the Hillview MRT station. Occupying a site of 15,663.2 sq m (168,597.3 s ft) with […]
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