One common perception about HDB flats is that higher floors command a premium – often due to the view or privacy. However, HDB dwellers can be a practical bunch: in our interactions with homeowners and readers, many cite the hassle of long lift rides, or they feel top-floor living can be isolating. At the same […] The post Do High-Floor HDB Flats Appreciate More In Value? The Data May Surprise You first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

The Core Central Region (CCR) has long held a reputation of being exclusive, expensive, and the stomping ground of wealthy foreigners. For this reason, news about the CCR seldom gets as much traction: most people want to read or know about the Outside of Central Region (OCR), where more Singaporeans tend to live, or the […] The post Will Core Central Region Condos Make A Comeback In 2025? Here’s What’s Changing first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

In this week’s episode, a family transforms their apartment into a mid-century modern treehouse, surrounded by nature. Positioned overlooking the forest, the home incorporates wood panelling and crisp white elements to enhance warmth and connectivity to the landscape. Carefully selected furniture complements the mid-century aesthetic, creating a cohesive design.   The post A Beautiful Mid-Century Condo Apartment That Feels Like a Treehouse first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Bidadari, the home of million dollar HDB flats As I write this, a 4-room flat in Bidadari just sold for $1,258,888 after its MOP. This is now the record for the most expensive 4-room flat in Toa Payoh. This comes right after a $900,000 3-room flat from the same town last year. It seems like if you […] The post This Bidadari Flat Just Made Nearly $800k In Profits.. first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

One of Aurea’s heavily marketed selling points is that units start from below $2 million. That’s interesting for a centrally located condo for sure; but those competitive numbers refer to two-bedders or smaller. For family buyers, we think a more comprehensive review of pricing is in order, especially for three-bedder or larger units.  In this […] The post $1.89m For A New Luxury Condo In District 7: A Pricing Review Of Aurea first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Property prices are a topic of great interest to many Singaporeans, whether you’re a homebuyer, investor, or simply curious about market trends. However, most property data is often presented in raw figures, making it challenging to grasp the bigger picture. To provide a clearer perspective, we’ve mapped out HDB property prices based on MRT stations. Our […] The post HDB Resale Prices (2025) by MRT and PSF: A Complete Visual Guide first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Many of us are aware that property goals differ between buyers, and that owner-occupiers have different requirements from investors. But even among investors, the goals for a property can differ significantly. One of these is the various metrics investors use to calculate their returns. Even if money is not the bottom line for you, these […] The post Why Your Property May Not Be As Profitable As You Think: 5 Ways To Calculate Your Returns  first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Dual-key units are undeniably a niche property type, with many developers struggling to move these units in recent new launches. However, our research shows that – contrary to certain beliefs – dual-key units aren’t worse for resale gains (they just tend to take a bit longer to sell). But beyond the bottom line, we were curious about […] The post The Surprising Truth About Dual-Key Homes In Singapore: 3 Homeowners Share Their Stories first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Finding a spacious home in Singapore without pushing the budget too far can be a challenge; especially if you’re looking at new launches. But if size matters more than shiny new fittings, you might find that older condos can still offer good value. This week, we’re looking at five of the most affordable 3-bedroom units […] The post 5 Cheapest Yet Spacious 3-Bedroom Condos Above 1,500 Sqft (Under $2m) first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

One of the most challenging milestones is getting married, because a whole host of other major decisions – in rapid succession – tend to follow right after. One of these is picking out the first home; and because everyone has different ideas on style, purpose, budget, and location, it can lead to a lot of […] The post How To Avoid A Costly First Home Mistake In Singapore: A Checklist For Married Couples first appeared on TheFinance.sg.