New Launch vs Resale Condos In 2024: Which To Buy? The property market has seen some notable changes over the year; but one of the more obvious differences is the price gap between new launch and resale condos. With new launches now at around $2,000 psf, an increasing number of buyers – including HDB upgraders – are starting to feel priced out. But how wide is the gap between new and resale right now, and what are some of the other factors to consider when choosing? New Launch Condo Prices In 2024 New Launch Condos in CCR We’ll begin with new launch condos in the CCR: New launch prices ..read more

Is It Still Worth Upgrading To A Condo In 2024? As of 2024, home loan interest rates are up, and private home prices are higher than they were in previous years (although frankly, home prices rising is something that can be said of most years). This has led some HDB upgraders to reconsider their motives: in light of higher costs, is it still worth making the jump to a private, non-landed property? There’s no single answer that’s right for everyone; but here are some of the main considerations, in making your decision: Can I Afford To Upgrade from an HDB To A Condo In 2024? Before we decide ..read more

PINETREE HILL Pinetree Hill is the latest condo launch in the Pine Grove and Mount Sinai neighbourhood. Nexus International School previously occupied the site and was later released by the government for sale as Parcel A and B. Pinetree Hill sits on Parcel A. This 99-year leasehold condominium, developed by the reputable UOL, is expected to be completed in 2027. The development is situated on a land area of 22,535 sqm with a Gross Floor Area of 47,323 sqm and will consist of 520 units. Pinetree Hill is nestled in a district known for its lush greenery and proximity to educational institutio ..read more

PARKSUITES: SOHO Living By The Park Last Units. Can view actual units. PARKSUITES BY FAR EAST Kentish View Pte Ltd, a unit of Far East Organization (FEO), bought the Henry Park site in Dec 2011 for $175.9m. The tender attracted 5 bids. It is now developed into Parksuites. The land size of the 999-year leasehood site is around 100,000 sq ft, comprising 16 shop units and 48 apartments. The price works out to $1,246 psf ppr. The developer is selling this new condo launch as a 101-year leasehold property. A garden of possibility. Where park living thrives. A home inspired by the park-scap ..read more

LAST UNIT: 2BR 753SF $2.266M Can view actual unit Wilshire Residences Roxy-Pacific and TE2 Development Pte Ltd will jointly develop Wilshire Residences. They had acquired The Wilshire for $98.8 million in Jan 2018, which works out to a land rate of $1,536 psf per plot ratio (ppr). The freehold site has an area of 3,635.3 sq m (or 39,130 sq ft) and a plot ratio of 1.6.  The new condo will be a stunning 12-storey single-tower that responds harmoniously to its surrounding as its crystalline glass facade captures and reflects Singapore’s bustling cityscape.  T ..read more

Investment Property: 6 Reasons Why New Launch Is Better Than Resale Today, property investment is the aspiration of many Singaporeans. In an increasingly affluent and progressive nation, we look beyond having just a roof over our heads. Property investment is a popular strategy to plan for our retirement. The question is, when you are looking for an investment property should you be looking at a new launch or resale condo? Which one has more potential to help you make some gains in the future? When you start comparing the new launch versus resale condo, the most noticeable differences are th ..read more

HOW TO PRICE YOUR PROPERTY TO SELL One of the most important factors, if not the most, when you decide to sell your property is to price it correctly. Every seller wants to sell at the highest possible price, and every buyer wants to buy at the lowest. You can set any sales price you want, but the market determines the value. Setting Your Price Too High Many sellers want to start with a high price, sometimes unrealistically, because they don’t want to lose out if potential buyers are willing to pay. In a seller’s market, expectations are understandably high. The danger, however, is that ov ..read more

What are the Pros and Cons of Van Holland? Van Holland is a freehold development that sits on the site of the former Toho Mansion, which was purchased at a price of S$1,805 per square foot per plot ratio. Units at Van Holland are currently selling at an average price of around $2,900 per square foot. Do you think that is a fair price for the units? In my personal opinion, I do feel at $2900psf is on the higher side if you were to compare it with some other new projects in the Holland/Farrer area. Its profit margin of about 24% is also higher than its competitors. On the other hand, for a ..read more

VAN HOLLAND: The Good and the Bad Introducing Van Holland Van Holland is a new freehold condo launch in Holland Village.  Of the series of upcoming new projects in the Holland-Farrer Road area, Van Holland is the nearest to Holland Village, apart from One Holland Village Residences. Van Holland: Toho Mansion En Bloc Sale Koh Brothers bought the former Toho Mansion site in March 2018 for $120.5m. Based on a land size of 47,660sf with a plot ratio of 1.4, the land rate works out to $1,805 psf ppr. In comparison, the land price of 99-year leasehold One Holland ..read more

Updated on 4 April 2022 LEEDON GREEN (Former Tulip Garden): Review Click here for It’s not often that we have the chance to own a freehold property near Holland Village, so these always get my attention. One such new development is Leedon Green, which is located at the junction of Farrer Road and Holland Road. If you remember the old Tulip Garden condo that went en-bloc, well, this is it: Leedon Green is the development that replaced it. This new project is nestled within an affluent and tranquil neighbourhood, and at the fringe of an exclusive Good Class Bungalow area. Key Points To ..read more