Priorities:
Budget: Circa 4,000 SGD
Workplace: Novena
Size and/or type of property that you are seeking (#bedrooms, on-site facilities etc):
- At least 700 sq. ft+, preferably 1 bedroom with large living space (don't want to feel cramped) combined with kitchen (2 bedrooms if possible to accommodate visitors but preference for a larger common space than a separate room)
- Modern
condo complex is preferred, i.e. no old buildings or HDBs
- On-site facilities are not a requirements but a gym and pool are nice-to-haves
Cars: No
Proximity to transport required: I would need to be really close to transportation options - mainly MRT - as I want my commute to work to be at a maximum 25 minutes, with minimal time spent outdoor walking. Can't tolerate being too long in the heat / humidity, especially in work clothes.
Accompanying children needing to attend school? If so, age/s? No
Will your employer being funding any fees; or will you, 'out of pocket'? Employer has offered paying to move my furniture. I am considering though whether I should negotiate a lump-sum and rent furnished and/or buy furniture here in SG (IKEA, similar)
Nice to have:
Will you need to be able to say walk to the local shops, a library, your doctor, a market, and so on? Being close (walking distance or within one MRT stop or a few bus stations) to shops and restaurants is extremely important.
Access to any specific sport, social, and recreation facilities? Yes
Are you considering bringing any pets. If so what kind, and will they require outdoor access and/or exercise? No
Are you considering bringing any parents/in-laws etc? Do they have specific needs (for example difficulty climbing stairs?) No.
Your current home and commute:
Are you already a city dweller? i.e. Are you used to city-centre hustle and bustle, or would you hope for a bit more peace and quiet? City-dweller. I like being close to amenities.
What is the size and type (apartment, house+garden etc) of your current home? Apartment, around 1000sq.ft in a major North American city. No garden.
What are any current commute times like? Current commute time is circa 30-40 minutes by car (working in the suburbs... commuting from the city) but I would like to reduce this to 25 minutes with minimal transfers (i.e. Hop on, Hop off, walk to office)
Thanks.