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Private property

Sentosa Cove property prices buck mainland uptrend as loss-making deals rise

ST20240622_202451392588 Kua Chee Siong/ pixgeneric/ Generic pix of a aerial view of Sentosa Cove on June 22, 2024.
Sentosa Cove is a residential enclave in the eastern part of Sentosa Island, home to more than 2,000 oceanfront villas, waterway bungalows, hillside mansions and upscale condominiums.
ST20240622_202451392588 Kua Chee Siong/ pixgeneric/ Generic pix of a aerial view of Sentosa Cove on June 22, 2024.
Sentosa Cove is a residential enclave in the eastern part of Sentosa Island, home to more than 2,000 oceanfront villas, waterway bungalows, hillside mansions and upscale condominiums.

New private home sales slump in Sept but recovery expected in Oct with several hot launches

1012WFL Sales launch for Skye -Robust turnout at Skye at Holland sales gallery during public preview
1012WFL Sales launch for Skye -Robust turnout at Skye at Holland sales gallery during public preview

Russia's central bank calls out violations in state asset grab

A flag flies above the headquarters of the Russian Central Bank on the day of a meeting, held to set its benchmark interest rate, in Moscow, Russia, September 12, 2025. REUTERS/Ramil Sitdikov
A flag flies above the headquarters of the Russian Central Bank on the day of a meeting, held to set its benchmark interest rate, in Moscow, Russia, September 12, 2025. REUTERS/Ramil Sitdikov

Hong Kong passes Bill to ban ‘cage homes’ as urged by Beijing

An odd-job worker has his dinner at the communal area of his “coffin home” in Cheung Sha Wan, Hong Kong.
An odd-job worker has his dinner at the communal area of his “coffin home” in Cheung Sha Wan, Hong Kong.

New private home sales lifted by flurry of launches before Hungry Ghost month, low interest rates

Including ECs, new private home sales jumped to 2,338 units in August from 1,311 the previous month.
Including ECs, new private home sales jumped to 2,338 units in August from 1,311 the previous month.

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If Singapore’s first private luxury senior housing takes off, will more developers enter this space?

Costing between $8,900 and $17,000 a month, depending on room type and required care, Perennial Living is aimed at well-heeled seniors over the age of 65.
Costing between $8,900 and $17,000 a month, depending on room type and required care, Perennial Living is aimed at well-heeled seniors over the age of 65.

Competitive bids for state land tenders lifting land betterment charges for non-landed residential use

The increase in land betterment charge rates was most significant in areas such as Bayshore (above), East Coast Park and Serangoon.
The increase in land betterment charge rates was most significant in areas such as Bayshore (above), East Coast Park and Serangoon.

Private lift, meals, housekeeping from $8.9k a month at S’pore’s first private assisted living project

Each suite features private lift access and kitchenettes, with senior-friendly amenities.
Each suite features private lift access and kitchenettes, with senior-friendly amenities.

Fresh launches drive surge in new private home sales in July

Lyndenwoods sold 96.5 per cent of its 343 units in July at a median price of $2,463 per sq ft (psf).
Lyndenwoods sold 96.5 per cent of its 343 units in July at a median price of $2,463 per sq ft (psf).

Owners call for stronger management rules in ageing condos, but seek to avoid being overburdened

jlcondo/ST20250813_202552200571/Ng Sor Luan/Interview with resident and council members of Lakeview estate.
jlcondo/ST20250813_202552200571/Ng Sor Luan/Interview with resident and council members of Lakeview estate.

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