With the pandemic disrupting the construction sector and interrupting the flow of manpower, it’s no surprise that the timeline for property completion has been extended.
Buyers at Tampines GreenCourt, Clementi NorthArc and Woodleigh Hillside received news that they need to wait three and six months more before their homes would be ready.
This latest delay pushed back the original timeline for key collection by up to an entire year, leaving many frustrated and scrambling to make alternate plans as some had young children starting a primary school near their new homes.
If you’re one of the unlucky few affected by the delays, here are 9 rental options to explore. Whether you work from home and are in dire need of some privacy or you’re a family with young children who desperately need extra space, we’ve got options for you.
The minimum rental duration of an HDB unit is six months, while private residential condos have a minimum three month lease period. Co-living spaces are ideal for this situation as it allows for month-to-month rental.
Places near Tampines GreenCourt
1. 234 Tampines Street 21
• S$2,100/month
• 785 sq ft
• Partially furnished
• Entire apartment
• Ideal for families
This tastefully renovated 3-room HDB flat at Tampines is a 9-minute drive from Tampines Greencourt, so parents can easily drop their children off at school without sacrificing precious sleep.
For those who enjoy cooking at home, are three supermarkets conveniently located nearby, with the closest being Sheng Siong at Tampines Central (a 4-min walk).
2. The Tapestry
• S$3,000/month
• 474 sq ft
• Unfurnished
• Entire apartment
• Ideal for families
Located 8-minutes away from Tampines Greencourt, The Tapestry is a good option for families searching for a decent-sized condo for rent. The apartment has amenities such as a steam room, hydrotherapy pool and hammocks for you to unwind after a long day.
Do note that the unit comes unfurnished, so you might want to hit up the nearest Ikea for some affordable furniture to tide you through the months. The good news is that it’s just an 8-minute drive away.
3. The Tapestry
• S$3,000/month
• 474 sq ft
• Fully furnished
• Entire apartment
• Ideal for families
Also located in The Tapestry condo, this unit comes fully furnished and in move-in condition. It has a cosy balcony with lots of natural light and wind so that you can save on air-con bills.
4. Kembangan Lodge
• S$1,800/month
• Fully furnished
• Single room
• Ideal for couples
Just a two-minute walk away from Kembangan MRT is Kembangan Lodge. You’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to food options – there’s an entire row of restaurants and eateries right outside the co-living space along Changi Road. The apartment is also sandwiched between two malls, so you can easily access amenities.
Alternatively, PLQ Mall is just 11-minutes away via the East-West Line, where you can catch a movie or shop to your heart’s content.
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Places near Clementi NorthArc
1. Waterfront @ Faber
• S$2,100/month
• 398 sq ft
• Partially furnished
• Entire apartment
• Ideal for couples
This gorgeous studio condo is perfect for couples looking for peace and privacy away from the family home. It sits on a high floor and has a small balcony to enjoy the sunset.
For amenities, there’s a free shuttle service that will take you to Clementi Mall in under eight minutes.
2. The Trilinq
• S$2,900/month
• 538 sq ft
• Fully furnished
• Entire apartment
• Ideal for families
Decently sized and tastefully furnished, this unit in The Trilinq is a mere 7-minutes walk away from Clementi MRT, making it convenient to pick up groceries on the way home from work.
You can use the balcony area as a dining area, so you can repurpose the living room space as a makeshift office to work from home.
3. The Parc Condominium
• S$3,000/month
• 904 sq ft
• Fully furnished
• Entire apartment
• Ideal for families
The Parc Condominium is one of the rarer private residential units situated on the ground floor that boasts a larger floor space. The bathroom even comes with a bathtub, so you or your kids can have a ball of a time trying out different bath bombs.
While it isn’t very near to Clementi NorthArc (it’s a 13-minute drive away), the unit’s size makes up for the travel distance.
4. Tower B Heritage View
• S$1,600/month
• Fully furnished
• Single room
• Ideal for couples
Located at Dover Rise, Heritage View is a co-living space by The Assembly Place that offers flexible monthly leases at stunningly curated apartments. This affordably-priced single room fits a queen bed and small workstation so you and your spouse can comfortably work from home in the privacy of your own room or the shared common room.
The nearest FairPrice is at Dover Crescent, which is a 12-minute walk away. Buona Vista MRT is a 13-minute bus ride away, which gets you to Orchard in half an hour.
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Places near Woodleigh Hillside
1. Eight Riversuites
• S$2,000/month
• 150 sq ft
• Fully furnished
• Entire apartment
• Ideal for couples
If you’re looking for a dual-key unit that’s just an 8-minute drive from your future home, Eight Riversuites is perfect for you. Boon Keng MRT is a 5-minute walk away, and Orchard MRT is a mere four stops away if you’re in the mood for some shopping therapy.
2. JJH Serviced Apartments
• S$2,100/month
• 320 sq ft
• Fully furnished
• Entire apartment
• Ideal for couples
This one-bedroom studio apartment is in move-in condition, with a queen-sized bed, dining table, fridge, and washer. Rental is inclusive of internet, so you can strike that cost off your list.
The apartment is located in a private landed property with a swimming pool, so you can unwind from the stressors of having your future home’s construction delayed for so long.
3. 125 Lorong 1 Toa Payoh
• S$2,300/month
• 650 sq ft
• Partially furnished
• Entire apartment
• Ideal for families
While this 3-room HDB unit is sparsely furnished, parents who need a place to live in the interim can consider renting to be nearer to schools near their future residence. Woodleigh Hillside is a 10-minute drive away via Braddell Road.
4. Simon Plaza
• S$1,350/month
• Fully furnished
• One room
• Ideal for couples
Nestled between the junction of Simon Road and Kovan Road is Simon Plaza, another co-living space by The Assembly Place. There’s a standard room available for rental, with a queen bed and study table that has sufficient space for you and your spouse to work from home. There’s also a cosy nook beside the window that’s perfect for staying in and catching up on some light reading.
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