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15
Nov/097

The Ultimate Guide For Renting a Place In Singapore Part 9 of 9

Table of Contents
Part 1 of 9, Singapore, The Place

Part 2 of 9, Public Housing Of Singapore, HDB

Part 3 of 9, The Selection Process and Residential Localities

Part 4 of 9, The HDB Township

Part 5 of 9, Localities Preferred by Expatriates

Part 6 of 9, The Districts of Singapore

Part 7 of 9, Rental Levels and Prerequisites For Rental

Part 8 of 9, Procedures For Renting Accomodation

Part 9 of 9, The Process of Engaging a Realtor

The Process of Engaging a Realtor

There are thousands of real estate agents and brokers and it has emerged as a very lucrative business over the years. But a newcomer to the city of Singapore, or even a local, unfamiliar with the business of renting or purchasing property may find it difficult to get started.

While word of mouth, recommendations by friends and colleagues is often the best way to get a good realtor, many websites also offer sincere advice and genuine services to locals and expatriates alike. Some of the top sites include: Click to Continue Reading

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Nov/091

The Ultimate Guide For Renting a Place In Singapore Part 8 of 9

Table of Contents
Part 1 of 9, Singapore, The Place

Part 2 of 9, Public Housing Of Singapore, HDB

Part 3 of 9, The Selection Process and Residential Localities

Part 4 of 9, The HDB Township

Part 5 of 9, Localities Preferred by Expatriates

Part 6 of 9, The Districts of Singapore

Part 7 of 9, Rental Levels and Prerequisites For Rental

Part 8 of 9, Procedures For Renting Accomodation

Part 9 of 9, The Process of Engaging a Realtor

Part 8 of 9, Procedures For Renting Accomodation

Singapore has a large number of real estate agents and companies that make the house hunting process easy and stress free for locals and expatriates alike. They have a large number of employees, a vast database that contains homes and apartments of all sizes in every part of he city, and after gauging the client’s requirements and preferences, are able to shortlist a select few, which they feel the client will like. It is easy to follow the following steps and end with an apartment to rent.

Hiring the services of a realtor is the first step. It does not make sense to engage more than one agent since they have a network of their own and two agents may end up showing the same apartments. The realtor is paid one month’s rent by both the owner and the tenant for a standard two-year lease.

Shortlisting preferred localities will make the task Click to Continue Reading

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15
Nov/091

The Ultimate Guide For Renting a Place In Singapore Part 7 of 9

Table of Contents
Part 1 of 9, Singapore, The Place

Part 2 of 9, Public Housing Of Singapore, HDB

Part 3 of 9, The Selection Process and Residential Localities

Part 4 of 9, The HDB Township

Part 5 of 9, Localities Preferred by Expatriates

Part 6 of 9, The Districts of Singapore

Part 7 of 9, Rental Levels and Prerequisites For Rental

Part 8 of 9, Procedures For Renting Accomodation

Part 9 of 9, The Process of Engaging a Realtor

Part 7 of 9, Rental Levels and Prerequisites For Rental

There is a huge demand for rented accommodation since everyone does not own their homes. By and large most Singaporeans work towards purchasing a flat of their own, and if they stay in rented accommodation, it could be either while they are looking for a place to buy or the rent is being paid by employers. Expatriates end up living in rented apartments for years unless they have decided to settle in Singapore and never go back to their country.

The rental rates vary from district to district, and there is a difference in the rent charged for an HDB flat and a condominium. Condominiums offer more facilities better design and construction and being privately owned, Click to Continue Reading

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Nov/090

The Ultimate Guide For Renting a Place In Singapore Part 6 of 9

Table of Contents
Part 1 of 9, Singapore, The Place

Part 2 of 9, Public Housing Of Singapore, HDB

Part 3 of 9, The Selection Process and Residential Localities

Part 4 of 9, The HDB Township

Part 5 of 9, Localities Preferred by Expatriates

Part 6 of 9, The Districts of Singapore

Part 7 of 9, Rental Levels and Prerequisites For Rental

Part 8 of 9, Procedures For Renting Accomodation

Part 9 of 9, The Process of Engaging a Realtor

Part 6 of 9, The Districts of Singapore

Singapore has been divided into 28 districts and each district is a distinct entity. The following is a list of the areas and localities covered in each of the 28 districts:

DISTRICT-01 includes the city area and the Business District. Localities include, Boat Quay, Chinatown, Havelock Road, Marina Square, Raffles Place and Suntec City. Popular condominiums in this district include The Sail at Marina Boulevard, The Riverside Piazza, Emerald garden, The Azure, The Riverwalk, Marina Bay Residences, Riverside Point, The Platinum, and others.

DISTRICT-02 also has sections of the city area and parts of the business district. Localities include Anson Road, Chinatown, Neil Road, Click to Continue Reading

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Nov/090

The Ultimate Guide For Renting a Place in Singapore Part 5 of 9

Table of Contents
Part 1 of 9, Singapore, The Place

Part 2 of 9, Public Housing Of Singapore, HDB

Part 3 of 9, The Selection Process and Residential Localities

Part 4 of 9, The HDB Township

Part 5 of 9, Localities Preferred by Expatriates

Part 6 of 9, The Districts of Singapore

Part 7 of 9, Rental Levels and Prerequisites For Rental

Part 8 of 9, Procedures For Renting Accomodation

Part 9 of 9, The Process of Engaging a Realtor

Part 5 of 9, Localities Preferred by Expatriates

The entire residential network of Singapore is well planned, neat and aesthetically appealing. Yet, certain areas are preferred by local Singaporeans and others are considered to be favorites of expatriates. The fact remains that every locality has an interesting mix of both locals and foreigners, most likely belonging to similar economic levels. Some of the areas where more foreigners are found include the following:

1.The Western Coast- Two of the most sought after residence areas include Mount Faber and Clementi, since they give a taste of suburban living along Click to Continue Reading

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Nov/090

The Ultimate Guide For Renting a Place In Singapore Part 4 of 9

Table of Contents
Part 1 of 9, Singapore, The Place

Part 2 of 9, Public Housing Of Singapore, HDB

Part 3 of 9, The Selection Process and Residential Localities

Part 4 of 9, The HDB Township

Part 5 of 9, Localities Preferred by Expatriates

Part 6 of 9, The Districts of Singapore

Part 7 of 9, Rental Levels and Prerequisites For Rental

Part 8 of 9, Procedures For Renting Accomodation

Part 9 of 9, The Process of Engaging a Realtor

Part 4 of 9, The HDB Township

The HDB townships give insights into life in Singapore. With the idea of providing shelter to all so that there are no homeless in the city, HDB came up with the first township at Queenstown. Though this was constructed by Housing Development Board’s predecessor, namely the Singapore Improvement Trust, this was a pilot project designed to taste the success and public acceptance of this housing exercise. Built more with the need to provide a home to all, the accommodation offered was basic and frill-free.

Affluence and the gradual elevation in living standards made the Board realize that better, aesthetically appealing and more sophisticated homes were needed, hence each successive project was an improvement on the previous one. Constant upgrading of existing townships and buildings keeps all residential buildings in an excellent state. The upgrading exercise could be an addition of a room or a balcony Click to Continue Reading

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Nov/091

The Ultimate Guide For Renting a Place In Singapore Part 3 of 9

Table of Contents

Part 1 of 9, Singapore, The Place

Part 2 of 9, Public Housing Of Singapore, HDB

Part 3 of 9, The Selection Process and Residential Localities

Part 4 of 9, The HDB Township

Part 5 of 9, Localities Preferred by Expatriates

Part 6 of 9, The Districts of Singapore

Part 7 of 9, Rental Levels and Prerequisites For Rental

Part 8 of 9, Procedures For Renting Accomodation

Part 9 of 9, The Process of Engaging a Realtor

Part 3 of 9, The Selection Process and Residential Localities

Deciding on where to stay, in which part of the city, and what type of apartment or house, is dependent on a number of factors. The fact that the selected accommodation is going to be “home” for sometime means that living there should be enjoyable, hassle-free and convenient.

While every locality offers shopping malls, markets, shops, health clinics and recreational options, the home should be easily accessible from the office. Cars are a luxury in Singapore due to the stringent rules about owning one with its steep taxes, duties and hefty parking charges, all meant to encourage the public to use public transport and reduce congestion and pollution in the city which has an abundance of everything except space to expand.

The factors on which the selection would depend include: Click to Continue Reading

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15
Nov/093

The Ultimate Guide For Renting a Place In Singapore Part 2 of 9

Table of Contents

Part 1 of 9, Singapore, The Place

Part 2 of 9, Public Housing Of Singapore, HDB

Part 3 of 9, The Selection Process and Residential Localities

Part 4 of 9, The HDB Township

Part 5 of 9, Localities Preferred by Expatriates

Part 6 of 9, The Districts of Singapore

Part 7 of 9, Rental Levels and Prerequisites For Rental

Part 8 of 9, Procedures For Renting Accomodation

Part 9 of 9, The Process of Engaging a Realtor

Part 2 of 9, Public Housing Of Singapore, HDB Flats

part2hdbHDB is a term heard incessantly in Singapore. HDB stands for Housing and Development Board and in general conversation refers to the various apartment complexes constructed by them. The Board started construction of homes in 1960, developing a few acres of land into a complete, self-sufficient township.

85% of Singaporeans live in HDB flats that come in all sizes from one room to five rooms and executive apartments. A three room flat means two bedrooms and a combined living plus dining space in an area of approximately 1000 sq ft. A five room flat would be about 1400 sq ft with 4 bedrooms and living plus dining space. The largest are the Executive mansionettes, which are often double storied with bedrooms on the upper floor. Click to Continue Reading

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Nov/097

The Ultimate Guide For Renting a Place In Singapore Part 1 of 9

Table of Contents

Part 1 of 9, Singapore, The Place

Part 2 of 9, Public Housing Of Singapore, HDB

Part 3 of 9, The Selection Process and Residential Localities

Part 4 of 9, The HDB Township

Part 5 of 9, Localities Preferred by Expatriates

Part 6 of 9, The Districts of Singapore

Part 7 of 9, Rental Levels and Prerequisites For Rental

Part 8 of 9, Procedures For Renting Accomodation

Part 9 of 9, The Process of Engaging a Realtor

If you are a local Singaporean wanting to rent a place to stay – a room, an apartment or an expatriate looking for a place to rent in Singapore then you have come to the right place. This 9 part series will provide you with all you need to know about renting rooms and property in Singapore.

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Singapore – The Place

Singapore is a beautiful, independent city country that ranks as one of the cleanest places in the world. Exuding a charm of its own, making living so easy with its well-planned and organized systems, it has become one of the most sought after destinations for tourism and living. Click to Continue Reading

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