Budget about SGD 2 million, near TEL line, and for own stay in Lentor.

With a budget of about 2 million, targeting the Thomson–East Coast Line and buying for own stay, you have good options for a comfortable 2‑ or even 3‑bedroom unit in several TEL‑served neighbourhoods.

Here are some directions and examples to consider:

1. Lentor and Upper Thomson (TEL North segment)
These suit you if you like greenery, schools and a more residential feel.

- Lentor cluster (Lentor Modern, Lentoria, Hillock Green, Lentor Hills Residences, Lentor Mansion)
- Direct link to Lentor MRT.
- Strong own‑stay appeal, especially for families (near CHIJ St Nicholas Girls’ School, Anderson Primary).
- Around 2 million, you can usually look at a good‑sized 2‑bedroom or a compact 3‑bedroom in many of these projects, depending on stack and level.

- Upper Thomson / Bright Hill area
- Condos near Upper Thomson, Bright Hill and Mayflower MRT give you quicker access to established eateries and parks (MacRitchie, Lower Peirce).
- You can also consider slightly older projects for larger layouts under 2 million.

2. Bishan / Thomson (Bright Hill / Upper Thomson / Bishan)
- EdgeProp has highlighted that Bishan and Thomson condos near MRT can still be found under 2 million for 3‑bedroom units in some developments, especially older ones.
- This segment is very strong for own stay because of popular schools, centrality and park connectors.

3. TEL East segment (Marine Parade, Katong, Bayshore, Tanjong Rhu, Siglap)
These areas suit you if you like city‑fringe and East Coast lifestyle, but you may need to be flexible on size.

- Newer or recently launched projects within walking distance of future TEL stations in Marine Parade / Katong / Bayshore are highly sought‑after.
- Around 2 million often buys you a 2‑bedroom or compact 3‑bedroom, not large family layouts.
- Good for own stay if you value East Coast lifestyle, proximity to town and good schools.

4. How to shortlist using EdgeProp
To make this practical for your search:

- On EdgeProp Singapore, filter:
- Property type: Condominium / Apartment
- Price: up to 2 million
- “Near MRT” and select TEL stations (for example: Lentor, Mayflower, Bright Hill, Upper Thomson, Caldecott, Tanjong Rhu, Marine Parade, Siglap, Bayshore, etc.).
- Then compare:
- Unit size and layout versus price
- Tenure and age
- Walking distance to MRT
- Nearby schools and amenities

If you tell me which part of the TEL you prefer (Lentor/Thomson vs Marine Parade/Katong vs Bayshore/Tanjong Rhu) and whether you need 2 or 3 bedrooms, I can narrow this down to a few specific condo projects that best fit your 2 million budget and own‑stay focus.