Executive Condominiums News Today

"Cheap" is a relative term, especially as of 2024; but while even some HDB upgraders may struggle right now, we can at least look for the cheapest among existing options. The good news is that, with the supply crunch seemingly at an end, and some 40+ new developments in the coming year, we may be looking at prices that can't...

The tried and true way of getting a condo is to start with an HDB BTO flat, save every penny you can, and eventually sell it for a tidy profit and move up to a private condo; or at the very least an EC. But with private home prices higher than ever these days, does the old method still work?...

HDB incurred a total of S$5.38 billion in public housing expenditure for FY 2022, an increase of about 23 per cent from FY 2021. Why the increase?

In a recent report released by the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA), it was revealed that Singapore's real estate market witnessed a significant slowdown in September. This month marked the lowest private home sales since December 2022. This article dives into the reasons behind this decline, explores the demand for Executive Condominiums (ECs), and provides insights into upcoming launches and sales...

Given how property prices have moved in the past few years, it's been tough for families looking to stay in a condo for the facilities and lifestyle it can offer. There are still options available in the market, however, one of which is to look at resale Executive Condominiums in areas like Sengkang and Punggol. Treasure Crest is located in...

In the ever-evolving landscape of Singapore's real estate market, a remarkable milestone has been achieved. For the first time in its history, a Housing Development Board (HDB) Executive Maisonette has shattered records for both executive properties across Singapore and specifically in Bishan, where it achieved an unprecedented sale price of S$1.45 million. In this article, we delve into the details...

For home buyers, at least, the weekend following National Day may be a happy one. New launch sales for three properties, on Aug 12 and 13, 2023, were at a crawl. According to more than one realtor, at just 53 total units sold, it was the slowest show flat sales they'd seen for the year. An optimistic buyer might see...

I was looking at some regrets on getting a condo on a Reddit thread lately, about whether a condo is still a good investment. You can see it here. And reading through it, I noticed a few good points, but also several common half-truths and almost-right statements. Here's the top-voted comment, and rightly so: "I think the location matters more...

With Singapore home prices rising to an all-time high and housing supply running low since the pandemic, more young couples and singles are choosing to rent a home while waiting for the right time to purchase one. If you too are planning to move out on your own, you may be surprised to note that besides renting a typical residential...

Even with the property boom over the last few years, there are still some affordable options out there. Older resale condos can offer much bigger units, at a cost that's still comfortable for HDB upgraders. We've built a list of possible four-bedder options (excluding Executive Condominiums), with recent transactions of $1.5 million or under. Check this out before you start...