URA flags ‘persistent trend’ of suspected cases of unauthorised works in residential units
Private enclosed spaces on the roof terraces of Rose Maison in Haig Lane. PHOTO: ST FILE SINGAPORE – The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) has warned that enforcement action may be taken against those responsible for...
More properties going under the hammer, but don’t expect dirt-cheap buys
It is a buyer’s responsibility to check for any dues and liabilities associated with the auctioned property. ST ILLUSTRATION: MANNY FRANCISCO SINGAPORE – For Singapore home buyers staring at million-dollar price tags, an auction may...
Up for auction: 6 luxury apartments in Ardmore Park, Leonie Hill linked to money laundering case
A four-bedroom apartment at New Futura in Leonie Hill Road is being put on the auction block on Oct 28. PHOTO: ST FILE SINGAPORE – Another six freehold luxury apartments in the prestigious enclaves of...
P1 registration: 15% of Phase 2C students at 12 popular primary schools live in public housing
Tao Nan Primary School, one of the 12 schools on the new two-track system, will reserve more places for children living more than 2km away. PHOTO: LIANHE ZAOBAO SINGAPORE – Fewer than 1 in 6...
Resale flat transactions with ‘greater complexity’ should be handled by private lawyers: HDB
The transaction involved a three-room flat in Tanjong Pagar Plaza. ST PHOTO: GAVIN FOO SINGAPORE – The Housing Board declined to handle the legal work for a resale flat, and advised the flat’s sellers to...
8 public officers referred to police after review of property purchases near future MRT stations
Coordinating Minister for Public Services Chan Chun Sing was responding on Oct 6 to MPs’ questions about a research paper that claimed civil servants involved in rail planning. ST PHOTO: KUA CHEE SIONG SINGAPORE — Eight...
Four main tenants at Punggol East Container Park, Tebing Lane to be offered one-year lease extension
The tenancy for the site runs until Dec 31, after which the area will be redeveloped for residential use. PHOTO: ST FILE SINGAPORE – Four main tenants at Punggol East Container Park and neighbouring Tebing...
Authorities seize $39 million from sale of building linked to scam probe
The property at 2 Jalan Kilang Barat (above) was purchased in 2023 by 2JKB, a firm set up by the daughter of local businessman Tan Yew Kiat. ST PHOTO: ARIFFIN JAMAR SINGAPORE – A 32,000...
HDB resale prices dip for third straight quarter, even after lifting of 15-month wait-out period
Early estimates published on Oct 1 showed that HDB resale prices fell by 0.2%. PHOTO: ST FILE SINGAPORE – Prices of Housing Board resale flats dropped for the third straight quarter, even after a cooling...
S’pore mortgage rates rise following Fed hike: What home owners should look out for
At least four fixed-rate mortgages for a $500,000 loan on new private properties and HDB flats have crossed the 2% mark. PHOTO: ST FILE SINGAPORE – Home loan rates in Singapore are heading back up,...
Canberra Drive EC site draws 13 bids; top bid from Santarli-led joint venture sets record
The Canberra Drive site in Sembawang is 11,535 sq m in size with a gross floor area of 18,457 sq m. The 99-year leasehold site is expected to yield some 185 homes. PHOTO: ST FILE...
Frasers Property and Mitsubishi Estate to redevelop Valley Point and Frasers Suites Singapore
Both Valley Point, a retail-and-office property, and serviced residences Frasers Suites Singapore are expected to cease operations on March 31, 2027. PHOTO: FRASERS PROPERTY SINGAPORE – Frasers Property and Mitsubishi Estate will jointly redevelop Valley...