Hi,
Just confirmed to be moving to Singapore in a couple months. Started doing some research and anecdotally it appears that discounts of 10-20% are the norm, and perhaps even 20%+ if lucky. Does this sound about right for a condo at the $5k pm mark?
Currently considering the area around Mt Sophia/Dhoby Gaut (anyone know much about 8@Mt Sophia and Sophia Residences?), but open to suggestions - here are some details:
Priorities:
- your budget (approx range)
SGD $5-5.5k per month
- your workplace/s (don't name names, just approx neighbourhood)
Downtown, close to Asia Square
- the size and/or type of property that you are seeking (#bedrooms, on-site facilities etc)
3 bedroom min, plus helpers room. 4th bedroom a bonus
- will you have a car here?
No
- proximity to transport required. MRT-subway/buses/the airport/Malay border post (if so, which one).
Yes, MRT to get downtown
- will you have any accompanying children needing to attend school? If so, age/s?
One child, but a toddler so schooling not important yet
- are you looking at private (international/fee-paying, or local schools?)
N/A
- will your employer being funding any fees; or will you, 'out of pocket'?
N/A
- is remaining within a national curriculum important; if so what nationality are you?
N/A
- have you identified any such schools yet?
N/A
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?
Yes, <10min walk to supermarket and decent shopping centre
- access to any specific sport, social, and recreation facilities?
No
- 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?
Yes, living inner-city in Sydney
- what is the size and type (apartment, house+garden etc) of your current home?
previously a 2 bedroom apartment, currently a 3 bedroom home with small garden
- what are any current commute times like?
30min