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Examples of room types include the 2-room Flexi HDB flat (45 sqm) and the 3-room flat (60-65 sqm).

The top primary schools in Toa Payoh are: - Pei Chun Public School - Maris Stella High School (Primary) - CHIJ Primary (Toa Payoh) - First Toa Payoh Primary School - Kheng Cheng School - Cedar Primary School - Marymount Convent School These schools are noted for academic excellence and holistic education.

Yes, stamp duty is payable for contra transactions when selling and buying an HDB flat. Refunded CPF monies cannot be used for stamp duty or conveyancing fees.

The higher land price at Newton MRT compared to River Valley is due to its prestigious address in District 11, proximity to top schools, excellent connectivity with MRT interchange, luxury reputation of Bukit Timah area, and limited supply of landed property. River Valley, while prime, focuses more on high-end condominiums.

If your main goal is to maximise your sale price, waiting until the MRT is operational typically attracts stronger demand due to increased accessibility and convenience for buyers. Properties near new MRT stations can command a premium of around 15% and see higher demand and sales volume post-completion. Selling earlier can take advantage of hype and positive market sentiment.

外国人可购买私人公寓、私人执行共管公寓、圣淘沙湾有地房产，或经SLA许可购买其他有地房产。租户需出示有效身份证明，投保个人财物，遵守法律。房东需确保房屋良好状态，支付相关税费，投保火险。

To develop a landed property in Singapore in 2025, expect construction costs of $300-$500 per sqft of built-up area. For a 3,000 sqft build, this is about $1.2-$1.5 million excluding land. Land cost averages $1,600 per sqft, with total development costs for a substantial home reaching around $10.8 million.

Stamp duty must be paid to IRAS within 14 days from the date of signing in Singapore, or within 30 days of receipt if signed overseas.

Top 10 questions property buyers should ask: 1. Total budget, incl. fees and renovation costs? 2. Eligibility based on citizenship/residency? 3. Property's remaining lease and its impact? 4. Proximity to schools, transport, amenities, workplace? 5. Development's facilities and future surroundings? 6. Recent transaction prices of similar properties? 7. Loan eligibility and restrictions? 8. Owner's sale reasons and property condition? 9. Nearby en bloc sales or projects affecting value? 10. Exit strategies—rental yield, resale, or long-term stay?

It typically takes around 6 to 8 weeks for a property transaction to be completed, covering the process of transferring ownership.