Known for being double-storey, HDB executive maisonette, or EMs, are close to twice the size of your average HDB flat. Sounds exciting till you learn that many cost more than a million dollars today, the main reason being that they are no longer being built since the 90s. Before you dive in, you might want to check out our piece on whether or not resale maisonettes make good investments.
That said, there’s always a way around the dollar roadblock: presenting to you 10 cheapest HDB maisonettes in Singapore, from as low as $738K.
1. Block 333 Jurong East Avenue 1—$738K
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Price: $738K
Size: 1,603sqft
Floor: Low
Remaining years on lease: 58 years
Nearest MRT: Chinese Garden MRT
Units on lower floors aren’t the most sought-after, but the value of a unit does change if you happen to have greenery outside. That’s what this 333 Jurong East Avenue 1 maisonette has to offer. On top of that, the block features only 2 floors, meaning that you’ll have more privacy than you normally would in other blocks.
The home is quite dated in its look and will require a complete overhaul, but with its $738K price tag, you could go all out with the renovation works and still have a “landed” home that cost you less than $1M in Singapore.
2. 208 Choa Chu Kang Central—$750K
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Price: $750K
Size: 1,571sqft
Floor: Low
Remaining years on lease: 64 years
Nearest MRT: Choa Chu Kang MRT, Bukit Panjang MRT
Over in the cosy neighbourhood of Choa Chu Kang stands this maisonette unit located on the low floor of 208 Choa Chu Kang Central. For just $750K, you’ll get 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms and an unblocked view of the surrounding areas.The unit boasts
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Amenities-wise, you’ll find 3 supermarkets nearby and Teck Whye Shopping Centre, Lot One, and Keat Hong Shopping Centre in the vicinity.
3. 50 Teban Gardens Road—$750K
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Price: $750K
Size: 1,572sqft
Floor: Low
Remaining years on lease: 60 years
Nearest MRT: Pandan Reservoir MRT
Built in 1985, this executive maisonette in 50 Teban Gardens Road has around 60 years left on its lease. With a living area of 1,572sqft, this maisonette is yet another good deal waiting to be snapped up at just $750,000.
The unit holds great potential for open-concept living with some renovation work—might we add: the bedrooms on the second floor feature valuable parquet that you can just polish and retain. Nature enthusiasts will also appreciate the tree line view the unit’s windows have to offer.
4. 410 Jurong West Street 42—$780K
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Price: $780K
Size: 1,572sqft
Floor: Middle
Remaining years on lease: 59 years
Nearest MRT: Lakeside MRT
This well-maintained unit at 410 Jurong West Street 42 is partially furnished, and features a spacious and efficient layout. Those who appreciate nature will also love the fact that the unit sits right by the Jurong Park Connector and the Jurong river.
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The unit itself is well-maintained with dated, yet tasteful built-in furniture pieces and clean tiles which make it great for homeowners looking to save some costs on renovation. Even the staircase design and bathrooms are fairly modern—definitely a good choice for non-fussy buyers.
5. 334 Jurong East Avenue 1—$850K
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Price: $850K
Size: 1,603sqft
Floor: Low to middle
Remaining years on lease: 58 years
Nearest MRT: Tengah Park MRT
Finding an HDB maisonette below the million-dollar mark isn’t hard, but finding one that comes fully renovated is rare. That’s what makes this 334 Jurong East Avenue 1 executive maisonette such a great find. The unit comes in what we would term as “mint condition” with a pretty modern interior featuring false ceilings, wood-grained laminate cupboards, and distressed-looking tiles for the interior of the home.
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The unit’s service yard also has great potential to be converted into a zen garden since it gives you a great tree line view.
6. 726 Jurong West Avenue 5—$850K
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Price: $850K
Size: 1,593sqft
Floor: Low to middle
Remaining years on lease: 67 years
Nearest MRT: Pioneer MRT, Boon Lay MRT
Another housing market steal is this 726 Jurong West Avenue 5 corner maisonette that comes with a well maintained interior and minimal carpentry, meaning you don’t need to bear the cost of dismantling and hacking unnecessary built-ins when you renovate. Extra points for the minimal staircase, modern kitchen and peninsula, the existing modern walk-in wardrobe in the master bedroom.
7. 221 Bukit Batok East Avenue 3—$900K
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Price: $900K
Size: 1,603sqft
Floor: High
Remaining years on lease: 59 years
Nearest MRT: Bukit Batok MRT
The last listing of the list might be the most expensive, but we’re sure it will excite homeowners looking for move-in ready homes since this unit was renovated a mere 5 years ago. If you’re a fan of the colonial colour scheme, then you’ll love the sleek, bold lines all around the home from the balustrade to the windows and sliding doors.
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It’s clear that there are many perks wrapped in this maisonette package; not only is it close to Bukit Gombak, Bukit Batok and Hillview MRT, but it’s right opposite several green spots, including Little Guilin, as well as a whole range of amenities.
Cheapest HDB maisonettes for sale in Singapore
It’s no longer a rarity for an HDB to be worth at least 7 figures, especially if it’s a maisonette, whether it’s in Dakota Crescent or at Tampines Street 82. But do your homework, and you’ll learn that down the rabbit hole lies several maisonettes that are more reasonably priced than you’d imagine, with these 7 affordable units serving as proof. Play your cards right and in the decades to come, you can be the one bagging the million instead.
Where can I find HDB Executive maisonettes in Singapore?
As HDB maisonettes are no longer being produced today, it’s easy for you to narrow your search down based on location to increase to shortlist a unit of your choice. These neighbourhoods include estates such as Geylang, Hougang, Pasir Ris, Queenstown, Toa Payoh and more. Read the full article on where to find these maisonettes. There are even some unique maisonette types that feature curved airwells, and you’ll be able to find those specifically in Lorong Ah Soo.
For more HDB content:
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- Best HDB towns for affordable 5-room flats
- November 2022 HDB BTO launch
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