On Home Run: Singapore’s second episode, we saw three property agents try to find spacious and functional HDB flats for would-be first-time homeowners.
As young newlyweds, buying your first home together is the next milestone after marriage. And if you’re anything like the clients on Home Run: Singapore, you also love hosting and cooking. Having a spacious and functional home becomes a must.
If you’re on the lookout for your first home, here are some similar listings in the budget range of $600,000 to $900,000, as seen on the show. But first, a little more information on Home Run: Singapore.
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Charlyn Ding, an NUS-trained architect who graduated from Harvard Business School in Real Estate Management, is also mentor and host for the series.
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Homes Featured in Home Run: Singapore
1. Pasir Ris Drive
| Size | 1,345 sq ft |
| Nearest MRT station | Pasir Ris MRT station Pasir Ris East MRT station (upcoming) |
| TOP year | 1992 |
| HDB flat asking price | $810,000 |
The Pasir Ris Drive property featured in the Home Run: Singapore episode was 1,700 sq ft. As the post-pandemic buying preference for larger homes endures, it’s no wonder the larger-than-most HDB flat could command an asking price of $980,000.
If you want a home of that size, you’ll be looking at homes that easily cross the million-dollar mark. But if you have a smaller budget are willing to compromise on size, you can try this 233 Pasir Ris Drive 4 unit.
The 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home still offers ample living space and provides convenient access to many amenities and transportation networks. The upcoming Pasir Ris East MRT station on the Cross Island MRT line will be a 10-minute walk from the property.
2. Senja Road
| Size | 990 sq ft |
| Nearest MRT station | Jelapang LRT station Bukit Panjang MRT station |
| TOP year | 2014 |
| HDB flat asking price | $690,000 |
On the Home Run: Singapore episode, we viewed a 969 sq ft Senja Road home which went for $620,000. Senja Road homes are located in Bukit Panjang. Those who enjoy living in the west and near greenery will appreciate the tranquility that the neighbourhood has to offer.
Depending on the size of the flat and build year, you’ll find homes on Senja Road priced between $535,000 to $1,000,000. Eateries and supermarkets dot the estate.
Take for example this 636C Senja Parc View 4-room flat. The home is a corner unit located above the fifteenth floor. West Spring Secondary School, Chua Chu Kang Secondary School, Zhenghua Secondary School, and West View Primary School are located within 2km of the property.
3. Bukit Batok Street HDB Maisonette
| Size | 1,615 sq ft |
| Nearest MRT station | Bukit Batok MRT station Bukit Batok West MRT station (upcoming) |
| TOP year | 1984 |
| HDB flat asking price | $868,000 |
If you’re looking for more space, you might want to look at HDB executive maisonettes. The thrill of living in an HDB executive maisonette is you get to experience living in a multi-storied home at a fraction of private property prices.
The living area of this 140 Bukit Batok Street 11 executive maisonette is an inviting space which allows tons of natural light in. It has three bedrooms and three bathrooms and is perfect for larger families.
4. Punggol Way
| Size | 1,195 sq ft |
| Nearest MRT station | Soo Teck LRT station Punggol MRT station |
| TOP year | 2015 |
| HDB flat asking price | $868,000 |
On Home Run: Singapore, a Punggol Central home was featured for an eye-watering $950,000. As a new neighbourhood, Punggol has many freshly MOP-ed HDB flats and newer resale flats. The long remaining lease is the primary reason why resale flats in the area can command such high prices.
This 265C Punggol Way home is no different. The gorgeous HDB flat is in move-in ready condition, perfect for those who do not wish to spend on renovations. There is plenty of room to host friends and families.
Parents with children of school-going age can send their kids to the nearby Yusof Ishak Secondary School, Punggol View Primary School, Punggol Cove Primary School, and Edgefield Secondary School.
5. Sims Drive
| Size | 1,335 sq ft |
| Nearest MRT station | Aljunied MRT station |
| TOP year | 1989 |
| HDB flat asking price | $725,000 |
To some, the kitchen is the heart and soul of the home and that is especially apparent of this charming 40 Sims Drive 5-room flat.
The black-and-white tiles, low lighting, and steel appliances come together to form a cosy kitchen area. Open shelving allows you to display knick-knacks and have easy access to ingredients while you cook.
6. Telok Blangah Drive
| Size | 1,345 sq ft |
| Nearest MRT station | Telok Blangah MRT station |
| TOP year | 1976 |
| HDB flat asking price | $850,000 |
If you want to have easy access to the Central Business District (CBD), consider this 48 Telok Blangah Drive HDB flat. Just a short four-minute walk from Telok Blangah MRT station, living in this centrally located home means getting around the island is a breeze.
The 5-room flat sits in a point block, meaning the home is a corner unit which affords you more privacy. One unique feature of the home is that it has a balcony you can admire the Singapore skyline from. And when you have guests over, you can take your party outdoors while remaining in the comfort of your home.
7. Hougang Avenue
| Size | 1,130 sq ft |
| Nearest MRT station | Hougang MRT station |
| TOP year | 1984 |
| HDB flat asking price | $758,888 |
For those who prefer having a cosy kitchen and having your meals in the same space, take a look at this 352 Hougang Avenue 7 HDB flat. When prepping food, the dining table with a cement countertop doubles as a kitchen island.
The 4-room flat is a corner unit on a high floor and comes with an unblocked view. Hougang MRT station is a 10-minute walk away. The Midtown, Hougang Mall, Sengkang Grand Mall, Hougang Green Shopping Mall, and Rivervale Plaza are within a 2km radius of the property.
8. Compassvale Drive
| Size | 990 sq ft |
| Nearest MRT station | Sengkang MRT station |
| TOP year | 2015 |
| HDB flat asking price | $788,000 |
This bright and spacious 215B Compassvale Drive 4-room flat is nestled in the Sengkang neighbourhood. There is ample distance between the living and dining areas, providing a good amount of space for gatherings and family activities.
The property is within a five-minute walk from Sengkang MRT station and a short stroll to Compass One. Reputable schools such as Nan Chiau Primary School Nan Chiau High School are within a 1km radius of the home.
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