As heated as Singapore’s housing market can be, one could say that there are several lotteries that are very much worth gunning for – you’d understand if you earned a BTO queue number. While that allows you to save a few hundred thousand on your first flat, here comes another bingo that can save you a few million on a “landed” home: the HDB executive maisonette.
Known for being double-storey, executive maisonettes, 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.
That said, there’s always a way around the dollar roadblock: presenting to you 9 cheapest maisonettes in Singapore under $850K.
132 Lorong Ah Soo – Central with “farmhouse” vibes
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The farmhouse decor has become one of the trendiest in the books, where many try to incorporate it in their home renos these days. At this corner-space EM in 132 Lorong Ah Soo, though, it comes delivered to you straight away, as part of a 1,690sqft deal that’s worth $870K.
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With 5 bedrooms, you have ample space here, where there’s even a mini balcony space attached to one of the bedrooms. Location wise, you get to enjoy the serenity of the neighbourhood, while taking advantage of its proximity to Serangoon and Kovan MRT stations which are just bus rides away.
128 Pasir Ris Street 11 – Breezy with spacious living area
Pasir Ris is for all those who yearn for quiet respite by the ocean. Now, include your entire fam with this 1571sqft EM along Street 11 that’s in the market from $768K.
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Not only do you get to soak in the seaside breeze that Pasir Ris is known for, you’ll get to enjoy a spacious ground floor – balcony space is quite generous in size. What’s more, it’s a 7-minute walk from the upcoming Pasir Ris East MRT, which allows you to get to neighbourhoods like Punggol and Ang Mo Kio much more conveniently.
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115 Bedok Reservoir Road – Spacious with lots of carpentry
Bedok has always been a big favourite for East-siders, as seen in how it has joined the million-dollar club with this Bedok Reservoir Executive Flat.
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Still, there’s an EM out there on where you can get your hands on more space for less. For $830K, this 1,679sqft corner unit gets you a very spacious layout coupled with carpentry fixtures such as a TV console and kitchen cabinetry – great if this decor is up your alley.
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What’s more, you are minutes away from Bedok Mall, the PCN along the reservoir, as well as Kaki Bukit MRT which can get you to town in a matter of stops. Turn into the KPE and you can cruise down to the airport in less than 15 minutes.
333 Ubi Avenue 1 – Well-maintained with amenities attached
Think Ubi and you’ll probably picture factories and industrial estates; now, you can include this EM along 333 Ubi Avenue 1 in your radar that’s in the market from $799K.
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Partially furnished with proper utilities, this unit is well-maintained, and comes with a spacious and efficient layout. It’s North-South facing, so you’ll be saved from the hot afternoon sun.
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Not only are you a short drive away from major expressways, you’re also around 4-6 bus stops away from Ubi and Eunos MRT stations, and a short drive to Paya Lebar Square where you can look forward to a whole range of dining and retail options.
426 Tampines Street 41 – Near many malls & 2 MRT stations
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Few units spell as much convenience as this EM in 426 Tampines Street 41 that’s going for $798K. Being walking distance from both Tampines and Tampines East MRT stations, this means you’ll be well within reach of many hang-outs such as Our Tampines Hub, and even nature spots such as Tampines Eco Green.
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Over on the second floor, it’s good to note that some HDB-approved alterations were made, where the 2 bedrooms and toilets were combined to form a master bedroom.
326 Bukit Batok Street 33 – Close to MRT & nature spots
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There’s more to living in Bukit Batok than just being close to Little Guilin and its driving centre. Down at Block 326 along Street 33, you’ll find this 1,603sqft EM that’s tucked in a quiet corner.
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With its price starting from $750K, you’ll be from walking distance to Bukit Batok MRT, with many amenities downstairs and nearby. Since it comes unfurnished and in its original condition, this unit is ideal for those who’d surely want to get their own renovation done as you’ll get to work with a blank canvas.
408 Jurong West Street 42 – Near the upcoming Jurong Region Line
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Granted that it’s closer to JB from Tuas Checkpoint than to town, this EM in 408 Jurong West Street 42 has untapped potential. At 1,474sqft, this unit has 5 rooms and a remaining lease of 60 years all rolled into a $628K package. Being a low-floor unit, it doesn’t require major renovation and is in move-in condition, save for a few touch-ups here and there.
Convenience wise, there’s Lakeside and Boon Lay MRT stations just bus rides away; not to forget that it sits on a goldmine of awaited future developments, given that it’ll be right opposite the coveted Tengah estate, and is several MRT stops away from Jurong Lake District via Hong Kah and Corporation stations.
405 Yishun Avenue 6 – Close to Seletar Reservoir
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Gone are the days when Yishun was a bad boy town – now, it has built a good rep for its exciting property launches and developments. Adding to the list is this EM in 405 Yishun Avenue 6, where not only are you just 20 minutes to Northpoint City, but to Seletar too in the North-East.
Being an intermediate corner unit, the corridor spaces are slightly narrower, but spacious enough nevertheless at 1,592sqft across its 4 bedrooms and 2 baths. Given that there are more and more premium flats in Yishun valued above one million dollars, count yourselves lucky that this unit starts from a more affordable $780K.
Cheapest HDB maisonettes for sale in Singapore
It’s no longer a rarity for a 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 affordable than you’d imagine, with these 8 affordable units serving as proof. Play your cards right and in the decades to come, you can be the one bagging the million instead.
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