With all the recent HDB-related news about maisonettes; jumbo flats, and Bidadari flats finally hitting the market, a unit type that has somewhat gone under the radar is the HDB loft flat.
For those who have lofty aspirations to upgrade from their current HDBs, the good news is that there are loft units currently listed for sale. We’ve curated a list of these that will not only be fantastic homes to live in, but also carry a decent amount of investment value.
What are loft units?
Before we dive into the HDB loft flats that are currently listed for sale, here’s a quick recap of what they are.
Broadly, HDB loft flats are as their name suggests━units that are 2 storeys each, and really the updated version of HDB maisonettes, which are no longer being built. In addition, bedrooms in loft units are located on both the first and second floors, whereas in maisonettes they are only on the second floor.
Both levels in maisonettes have relatively similar floor sizes, whereas loft units only have partial second floors━hence the name. For the latter, this gives the unit double-volume ceilings, and an abundance of natural light flooding into the unit.
In terms of investability, it probably goes without saying that HDB loft flats carry a decent amount of value in the resale market. Even though they are still included in newer developments, HDB loft units come in fairly limited quantities, and so the scarcity in supply would drive up price and demands. Plus, loft units tend to be on the highest floors━coupled with the larger living space, they are thus quite popular with homebuyers.
1. 305A Punggol Road━3-bedder loft minutes away from Punggol Digital District
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Price: $1,550,000
Size: 1,582sqft
Floor: High
TOP: 2010
Kicking off our list of HDB loft units that are available for sale is a large 3-bedder loft unit, located on 305 Punggol Road, that has about 87 years left on its lease. According to the listing, it has an open terrace with a master bedroom on the second floor, and unblocked views for days. It also enjoys plenty of sunshine and breeze owing to it being located on the highest floor.
Location wise, it is about a 10-minute walk to Punggol MRT Station, which is linked to Waterway Point. Otherwise, there are also amenities such as a coffee shop, Sheng Siong supermarket and mamak shops just a short walk away, so you’re pretty well covered if you don’t feel like heading out too far. Another interesting point about its location is that the future Punggol Digital District is just a straight road away. When that’s been fully developed, there will be even more amenities, offices, and commercial spaces all in the immediate vicinity.
Find out more about the unit at 305 Punggol Road.
2. 306D Punggol Drive━Well-renovated 5-room loft unit with an open terrace
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Price: $1,500,000
Size: 1,582sqft
Floor: Highest (Penthouse)
TOP: 2010
Just adjacent to the previous listing is another 3-bedroom 1,582sqft loft unit that is similarly priced at $1.5m. According to the listing, the penthouse unit saw a recent renovation of close to $200K, transforming it into a very spacious and well-designed home with an open terrace. It is also a corner unit on the top floor, giving the homeowners extra privacy.
Other highlights of the home include a variety of amenities nearby, such as Waterway Point, supermarkets, F&B outlets, childcare centres, community centre, library and more━all under a 15-minute walk away. At $948psf, this HDB flat is certainly priced on the higher side compared to other HDB flats in Punggol, however you are paying a premium for the almost-5m ceiling height, balcony, and being situated on the highest floor of the development.
Find out more about the HDB loft flat at 306D Punggol Drive.
3. 267B Punggol Field━1,603sqft, 3-bedder penthouse loft unit
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Price: $1,400,000
Size: 1,603 sqft
Floor: High
TOP: 2011
Yet another HDB loft flat in Punggol that’s currently listed for sale is a huge 1,603sqft, 3-bedder unit that’s going for an asking price of $1.4m. They say that a picture paints a thousand words, and if the photos on the listing are anything to go by, it is a fantastic unit that can rival that of condo units.
Apart from being very spacious, this top-floor penthouse unit is also conveniently located right next to Soo Teck LRT Station, which is just one stop away from Punggol Interchange. Otherwise, if you drive, the TPE highway is just a straight road down from the block. Our take is that the unit is a star pick for young families, owing to the many schools within a 1km radius, such as Punggol Cove, Punggol Green, Punggol View, and Valour Primary Schools.
Find out more about the loft flat at 267B Punggol Field.
4. 89 Dawson Road━Sleek, modern 3-bedder loft unit in Queenstown
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Price: $1,300,000
Size: 1,044sqft
Floor: High
TOP: 2015
Any list of the most investable HDB loft units would naturally have to include the HDB projects at Dawson Road, located in the heart of the Queenstown estate━a desirable and highly coveted area to live in. If the address sounds familiar, that’s because it’s part of the SkyTerrace@Dawson project, which made the news back in 2022 for the most expensive HDB flat ever sold━also a loft flat.
The good news is that as of time of writing, there is yet another loft unit at SkyTerrace@Dawson that is being listed for sale at $1.3M. While the floor area is not as large as those in Punggol listed above, the plus point is the flat’s location in central Singapore, which gives unrivalled accessibility and connectivity to places like Orchard, Holland Village, and the West Coast. Queenstown MRT Station is just a short walk away, and there are plenty of amenities like a 24-hour FairPrice, the new Margaret Market and more.
Thanks to its proximity to the city, and the unit’s high floor, you’ll also get amazing views of the Singapore skyline, as well as fireworks during occasions like National Day and New Year.
Find out more about the loft unit at 89 Dawson Road.
5. 92 Dawson Road━3-bedder corner unit with unblocked views
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Price: $1,500,000
Size: 1,023sqft
Floor: High
TOP: 2015
Another loft unit from SkyTerrace@Dawson that’s available for sale is a 1,023sqft corner unit that’s been listed for $1.5m. Although the square footage is smaller, it’s a bright and airy top-floor unit with unblocked views of the skyline, with 3 bedrooms that are each big enough to accommodate a queen-sized bed. Best of all, it’s been built with a squarish layout that allows efficient use of the space.
Similar to the unit listing at 89 Dawson Road, its location makes it a star attraction, especially for those looking to live in the highly desirable Queenstown estate. Its proximity to the Orchard shopping belt and the CBD makes it very accessible for anyone who lives here.
Find out more about the loft unit at 92 Dawson Road.
For more, check out:
- Central Trio @ Ang Mo Kio—A new gem in a relatively old estate
- Swift sales of million-dollar HDBs in Alkaff Vista
- Kallang View & Towner Breeze: Should You Bid For These “Plus” Projects?
Cover image adapted from: Property Guru
This post was originally published on 31 October 2022, and last updated on 6 November 2024.
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