Kassia, Hong Leong Holdings’ Flora Drive Finale, Sold More Than 50% On Launch Weekend

Singapore, 21 July 2024 – As at 5pm today, Tripartite Developers sold 144 units or 52% of the 276-unit freehold Kassia. Tripartite is a joint venture comprising Hong Leong Holdings Limited, City Developments Limited, and TID Pte. Ltd.

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Hong Leong Holdings To Launch Kassia, The Flora Drive Finale

  Singapore, 4 July 2024  – Marking the finale of its signature in the private residential enclave in  Flora Drive by Tripartite Developers, Kassia will unveil a naturalistic living concept that features a majestic vertical garden and cascading water feature installed at its Grand...

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75% of Lentor Mansion Sold Over Launch Weekend, Majority of Renters Find Home Rents Unaffordable, and More

Lentor Mansion sold 400 units or 75% of its total units during its launch weekend. Meanwhile, a recent survey conducted by PropertyGuru revealed that a large majority of renters in Singapore, find current rental prices too high.

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Real Estate Leaders Setting the Standard for Sustainable Design and ESG

The real estate industry is experiencing a major transformation, driven by leading developers that are actively shifting their projects towards a more sustainable future.

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The Future of Architecture: Examining the Impact of Design Innovation on Commercial and Residential Spaces

Architectural innovation is not about chasing the latest trends or relying solely on technology –  it's about creatively rethinking the familiar and unlocking the potential of existing resources.

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UOL Group Chief Executive Liam Wee Sin Discusses Luxury Trends and Consumer Shifts

Singapore's luxury residential market has proven to be remarkably resilient despite global headwinds. Nevertheless, developers must constantly innovate to stay ahead of market trends and consumer demands.

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Eco-friendly Home Features Singapore Homebuyers Shouldn't Ignore

A sustainably built home incentivises homeowners with cost savings and environmental benefits, compelling homebuyers to look for qualities like green certifications and eco-friendly features to align their investment with sustainability.

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HDB To Offer 962 Punggol BTO Flats in February Sales Exercise, Budget 2024: ABSD Refund for Single Singaporean Seniors and More

After more than four years, the Housing and Development Board (HDB) will launch the first Build-to-Order (BTO) project in Punggol – Matilda Riverside – in its February sales exercise. More news on Budget 2024.

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4 Condo Purchase Mistakes to Avoid: Tips for Homebuyers

We equip you with expert tips and unveil award-winning properties from the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Singapore 2023 that exemplify smart condo choices.

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PropertyGuru Calls for Reduction of 15-Month Wait Period, Tweak ABSD, Property Tax Revenue To Increase $600 Million in 2024 and More

In its budget wish list 2024, PropertyGuru has urged the government to reduce the 15-month wait for private property downgraders and withhold the Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty (ABSD) for Singaporean families.

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How High-end Condominiums Are Redefining City Living

Developers of upscale residences are transforming city living with an approach that goes beyond traditional opulence.

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The Arcady and Hillhaven Sell 51 and 59 of their Units Over Launch Weekend, Fewer HDB Resale Flat Buyers Paid COV in 2023, Respectively, and More

16 to 22 January 2024 Hillhaven and The Arcady at Boon Keng sold over 50 units during their launch over the weekend. Meanwhile, fewer buyers of resale HDB flats paid cash over valuation (COV) last year, at only 15% over the last three months of 2023.   1. Hillhaven sells 59 units over its...

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Lumina Grand EC and Hillhaven Preview Over the Weekend, RTS Link Singapore Achieves 65% Completion, and More

Lumina Grand EC and Hillhaven launched for preview over the weekend. In the meantime, the RTS Link Singapore has just surpassed 65% construction.

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HDB Reduces Four Yearly BTO Launches to Three, Government Says Housing Prices Will Not Rise Indefinitely, and More

HDB will reduce the number of BTO sales exercises it conducts per year, from four to three. Meanwhile, Minister Desmond Lee does not expect home prices to rise indefinitely, given signs of moderation in the public and private sectors.

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Private Home Prices Up 2.7% in Q4 2023, HDB Resale Prices Climb at a Slower Pace in Same Time Period, and More

Singapore saw prices of private homes increase by 2.7% in Q4 2023, showed URA Q4 2023 flash estimates. Meanwhile, prices of HDB resale flats increased by 1.0% in Q4 2023, marking its fifteenth consecutive quarterly growth.

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Rental Occupancy Limit Raised Bigger HDB Flats and Private Homes, Tuas Set for Reclamation Works From 2025, and More

The occupancy cap for bigger HDB flats and private homes will be temporarily raised from six to eight unrelated people. Meanwhile, PropertyGuru expects buyers to purchase houses for their use to drive private residential sales in 2024.

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NTU, NUS Students Continue to Sublet Hostel Rooms on Social Media, Heightened Interest for JB Properties, and More

The Woodlands and Bishan HDB BTO Dec 2023 projects saw the highest application rates. In the meantime, NTU and NUS students continue subletting their hostel rooms on WeChat and Carousell.

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The HDB BTO Dec 2023 Sales Exercise Has Launched, West Coast MRT Station Construction to Start in Q1 2024, and More

With SIBOR set to be discontinued by end-2024, around 30,000 homeowners with mortgages tied to SIBOR have already switched to alternative loan packages. Meanwhile, HDB launched 6,057 HDB BTO Dec 2023 flats across seven estates.

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Up to 100% Property Tax Hike in 2024, Updates on the HDB BTO Dec 2023 Launch, and More

In 2024, Singapore homeowners will be able to enjoy a property tax rebate of up to 100%. Meanwhile, Singapore is embarking on a "Long Island" project to integrate coastal protection with future reclamation along the East Coast.

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Siblings File Lawsuit Over Mother's Assets, Orchard Road Rents to Increase By Up to 6%, and More

The lease on the land occupied by Raffles Town Club will not be renewed after 17 October 2026. Meanwhile, residents of Dairy Farm Residences were upset that their monthly maintenance fees would be way higher than were advertised.

Continue Reading27 Nov 2023