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Where to live?
Hi everyone,
I am going to be relocating to Singapore from the US. I'm wondering what areas should I be considering for housing? I am in my late 20s. I am hoping to find a 1 bedroom apartment, that is both spacious and well-connected to public transport. Most of the 1-BR apartments that I see online in my price range (under S$3000) seem rather small to me. That or they come furnished with really very dated furniture. Are there any condominiums that are especially well suited to someone coming from the US. If yes, which ones are these? Thanks for your recommendations!
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I am going to be relocating to Singapore from the US. I'm wondering what areas should I be considering for housing? I am in my late 20s. I am hoping to find a 1 bedroom apartment, that is both spacious and well-connected to public transport. Most of the 1-BR apartments that I see online in my price range (under S$3000) seem rather small to me. That or they come furnished with really very dated furniture. Are there any condominiums that are especially well suited to someone coming from the US. If yes, which ones are these? Thanks for your recommendations!
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Re: Where to live?
What is it in particular about US condos that makes them well suited to Americans?singexpatusatosg wrote: ↑Wed, 23 Sep 2020 12:15 amHi everyone,
I am going to be relocating to Singapore from the US. I'm wondering what areas should I be considering for housing? I am in my late 20s. I am hoping to find a 1 bedroom apartment, that is both spacious and well-connected to public transport. Most of the 1-BR apartments that I see online in my price range (under S$3000) seem rather small to me. That or they come furnished with really very dated furniture. Are there any condominiums that are especially well suited to someone coming from the US. If yes, which ones are these? Thanks for your recommendations!
Well like most things if it's attractive, then it will more expensive. You need to push up your rental range or reduce your size demands.
Singapore can be very cheap if you stay in a shared HDB (public housing) or quite expensive (if you stay at spacious and convenient condos).
It is unlikely you will find cheap, spacious and convenient.
If you want a good location with decent facilities, you could try somewhere like City Square residences ... lots of expats, and close to MRT.
The size of the "condo" might actually only be the size of the bedroom - as it might be a shared condo.
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What is your definition of 'spacious'? Many 1 bedroom units are from 400-600 sq ft. Unless you go for suburbs and older condos to get the space. You can try looking at suburb areas perhaps you can check which MRT line suits you best from your workplace.
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Re: Where to live?
OP, I'm not seeing any mention to your employer. Are all job/immigration formalities settled? Because these days that would be requirement #1, given the current employment landscape. if so, then, yeah, finding a decent place to stay would be next.
Re: Where to live?
It also depends on where you will be working. Even though Sg is small, commuting is not always convenient from some locations
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Re: Where to live?
In the past I have rented a 1br unit (they call it a studio, but it’s a 1br) in Sommerville Park. Because it’s an older condo, these units are relatively spacious, around 650sqft and they come with a really nice balcony. The rental can vary depending on how well the unit has been done up, but should be under $3k no matter what. Compared to other condos, the atmosphere is leafy, tranquil and laid back. The facilities are complete and include a full Olympic size pool. It’s an 8-10 min walk to Farrer Rd MRT. Good luck.
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Re: Where to live?
malcontent wrote: ↑Tue, 29 Sep 2020 6:39 pmIn the past I have rented a 1br unit (they call it a studio, but it’s a 1br) in Sommerville Park. Because it’s an older condo, these units are relatively spacious, around 650sqft and they come with a really nice balcony. The rental can vary depending on how well the unit has been done up, but should be under $3k no matter what. Compared to other condos, the atmosphere is leafy, tranquil and laid back. The facilities are complete and include a full Olympic size pool. It’s an 8-10 min walk to Farrer Rd MRT. About a 15 minute walk to Dempsey Hill and 25 minute walk to Botanic Gardens. Good luck.
Every great and deep difficulty bears in itself its own solution. It forces us to change our thinking in order to find it - Niels Bohr
Re: Where to live?
Go for older condos if you like more spacious units those built around year 2000+/-. Newer condos are all very tiny.singexpatusatosg wrote: ↑Wed, 23 Sep 2020 12:15 amHi everyone,
I am going to be relocating to Singapore from the US. I'm wondering what areas should I be considering for housing? I am in my late 20s. I am hoping to find a 1 bedroom apartment, that is both spacious and well-connected to public transport. Most of the 1-BR apartments that I see online in my price range (under S$3000) seem rather small to me. That or they come furnished with really very dated furniture. Are there any condominiums that are especially well suited to someone coming from the US. If yes, which ones are these? Thanks for your recommendations!
The secret of life is honesty and fair dealing. If you can fake that, you've got it made. - Groucho Marx (1890-1977)
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