In case you are wondering, nope, I am not the buyer. I still stay in ulu Punggol. 15 years ago when I graduated, if I declared openly that my ambition is to “Own the most expensive 3-room resale flat in Singapore” I would probably be laughed off for lacking ambition. Fast forward to now, I […] The post Some Thoughts On The $900k 3-Room Resale Flat In Biddadari first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

In the Singapore property market, most people would gravitate towards a higher floor unit. This is even clearly reflected in developer pricing, where we expect that the higher floor units will come at a premium. But we’ve also discovered that some contrarian buyers prefer ground floor units – and besides benefits like a lower quantum, […] The post Are Ground Floor Condo Units Less Profitable In Singapore? first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

We recently shared our review of The Orie, and now we’re diving deeper into its pricing. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the indicative prices for this new launch, along with an analysis of how it compares at its current price point. As a recap, here’s the indicative starting price: Bedroom Type Size From (Sq Ft) […] The post Should You Buy The Orie? A Pricing Review Comparing Gem Residences And New Launches Today first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

We’re expecting yet another slew of strong new launches in 2025, but in the meantime, there’s still inventory to clear. Here’s a rundown of new launches from the previous year or before, that still have several units available for sale. The good news is some notable ones still have several units to go; but given […] The post 54 New Launch Condos With A Good Selection Of Units Available For Sale (From $1,160,000) first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

How much more would you pay for a very new (i.e., around five years old) resale flat?  You might figure it’s at a premium, since (a) you can move in immediately and skip the construction time, and (b) the lease decay is negligible. But I think a lot of us underestimate how high the premium […] The post Would You Pay $900k For A 3-Room HDB? Let’s Break It Down first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Today, we’re back in the East, visiting Margate Road, which is a residential street that runs perpendicularly between Mountbatten Road and Meyer Road. It’s an interesting street because one end has large detached units, whilst the other end has terrace houses. In addition, it’s only 160m from Katong Park MRT! (Assuming you start from the […] The post Touring A Rare Convenient Freehold Landed Estate Close To Katong Park MRT (From $5.3m) first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

In this week’s episode, a 1950s house in a mature neighbourhood has been reimagined into a contemporary home tailored to modern living and a connection with nature. The property prioritises sustainability, privacy, and comfort, while incorporating thoughtful design elements. The entrance features a bold, modern facade with clean lines, concrete, and perforated materials that balance […] The post How A Family Rebuilt Their 1950s Home Into A Pet-Friendly Nature Sanctuary In Malaysia first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Our Verdict 83% Overall Rating 2025’s first new launch is expected to be a hit among buyers, especially those who had missed out on a purchase at Emerald of Katong and Chuan Park. Situated in the mature Toa Payoh estate, the last new launch was 8 years ago and with a significant undersupply of private […] The post The Orie Review: First Toa Payoh New Launch Condo In 8 Years  first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

6 min read There’s something undeniably indulgent about having your own pool; a little slice of escape in the middle of the city. And for those who like the idea of a refreshing dip steps from the living room but without an exorbitant price tag, we look at five of the most affordable condos that […] The post 5 Cheapest Condos With A Private Pool (From Just $1.38m)  first appeared on TheFinance.sg.

Usually, when a resale flat comes close to $1 million, the expectation is that it’s a big older flat; hence the higher square footage and quantum. Or perhaps we’d expect a rare DBSS unit, or other such “special” flats. But as of December 2024, a “mere” standard 3-room flat managed to hit the record-breaking (for […] The post $900k Sale Of 3-Room HDB Flat In Bidadari Sets A New Record In 2024: Here’s Why first appeared on TheFinance.sg.