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Congrats Eastlover.:D
No idea about the other Tropica owners who bought the Waterview.
One good thing I like about WV is the shuttle bus to MRT.
Any other Tropica owner bought Waterview in addition to sister EastLover?
I know of a few, but don't think they come to this forum.
Congrats to all who bought! :spliff::spliff::spliff:
You mean there is no shuttle bus for Tropica?
Congrats Eastlover.:D
No idea about the other Tropica owners who bought the Waterview.
One good thing I like about WV is the shuttle bus to MRT.
Yes. There is no shuttle bus to MRT for Tropica which may be important for people who dont drive.
Anyways, even after viewing Waterview, my heart still goes for Tropica. Some of the key aspects like quality of finishings and flooring, huge rooms and no space wastage remains unmatched. :)
My sentiments remain that Tropica is truly value for money.
You mean there is no shuttle bus for Tropica?
East Lover
24-11-10, 09:44
Congrats Eastlover.:D
No idea about the other Tropica owners who bought the Waterview.
One good thing I like about WV is the shuttle bus to MRT.
Thanks! I love both Tropica and Waterview. Tropica is big, Waterview has balcony - we have too many plants, WV 4 bedder is just nice for small family like us - 2 + 1 boy, 1 maid and 1 dog :)
acidic.straw
24-11-10, 10:44
Thanks! I love both Tropica and Waterview. Tropica is big, Waterview has balcony - we have too many plants, WV 4 bedder is just nice for small family like us - 2 + 1 boy, 1 maid and 1 dog :)
I understand from an WV agent that the yard balcony will have a 1 metre high gate in the doorway leading to the kitchen...just nice for your dog :)
devilplate
24-11-10, 10:56
i like the idea of having a yard balcony at the kitchen area....congrats
i like the idea of having a yard balcony at the kitchen area....congrats
Good as Mahjong corner. :cheers1:
That is a good suggestion!
Good as Mahjong corner. :cheers1:
Hello friends at Tropica. I have a question: for those facing the quarry, do you feel sands coming from the quarry?
acidic.straw
28-11-10, 21:07
Hello friends at Tropica. I have a question: for those facing the quarry, do you feel sands coming from the quarry?
I've been wondering too. Another question - for those facing the reservoir is the noise from the expressway well dampened?
devilplate
28-11-10, 21:09
Hello friends at Tropica. I have a question: for those facing the quarry, do you feel sands coming from the quarry?
the quarry is filled with water mah....but i noticed big pile of sand beyond it...the agt says NEwater construction:beats-me-man:
u will most likely feels car fumes more den sands
zero speck of sand from sand quarry lah, it's so far away.
reservoir facing units usually do not get highway noise except for blk 61. but now blk 61 will be buffered from the highway by waterview.
hope these answers help. :)
Hello friends at Tropica. I have a question: for those facing the quarry, do you feel sands coming from the quarry?
The waiting is finally over....my home pics in the link below :)
http://www.homerejuvenation.com.sg/2010/12/home-rejuvenated.html
Thanks Bro. Waiting for the final few things to be done. Will post the pics as soon as its done.
cheers !!
East Lover
02-12-10, 09:16
The waiting is finally over....my home pics in the link below :)
http://www.homerejuvenation.com.sg/2010/12/home-rejuvenated.html
very nice! i like the color and overall feeling.
McKinnon, you better collect some commission from stan, so many Tropica jobs! and waterview in 3 years time ;)
Not bad...total damage?
Reno = ?
Furniture (off the shelf) = ?
The waiting is finally over....my home pics in the link below :)
http://www.homerejuvenation.com.sg/2010/12/home-rejuvenated.html
awesome! i love the chic look and the interplay between colours and textures.
bro, sorry i couldn't make it in time for your housewarming, had to work late. :(
The waiting is finally over....my home pics in the link below :)
http://www.homerejuvenation.com.sg/2010/12/home-rejuvenated.html
Thank you East Lover.
Yeah, full credits to Stan and Bro mcKinnon.
very nice! i like the color and overall feeling.
McKinnon, you better collect some commission from stan, so many Tropica jobs! and waterview in 3 years time ;)
No problem Bro. we catch up some day... :cheers1:
awesome! i love the chic look and the interplay between colours and textures.
bro, sorry i couldn't make it in time for your housewarming, had to work late. :(
The waiting is finally over....my home pics in the link below :)
http://www.homerejuvenation.com.sg/2010/12/home-rejuvenated.html
Super super nice! with a touch of Zen feel yet chic look. These guys are genius! With the view, now it worths >1m. Congrats! :D
Hello friends at Tropica. I have a question: for those facing the quarry, do you feel sands coming from the quarry?
No sand, no noise, nothing. Fresh air and cool wind from the reservoirs? You bet! :sleep:
East Lover
03-12-10, 08:05
No sand, no noise, nothing. Fresh air and cool wind from the reservoirs? You bet! :sleep:
bro, how is your reno? done? must be very nice also right?:)
holy cow! shanel's flyer listed blk 51 #06-01 just sold at 900k. 753psf for a non high floor unit. :scared-4:
kingkong1984
03-12-10, 19:31
Quite a bargain rite? Cheap lah
bro, how is your reno? done? must be very nice also right?:)
Mine is to finish around mid December (accessories may take longer to source though). oh yes, Wify mentioned about inviting you over once things are set the other day.
But do not expect anything as grand as yours, due to budget constraints, we mainly "touch up" (or should I say "rejuvernate"？:D ) living room and master bedroom. However, we love it just the same and very happy with what KNQ has created so far within our budget.
Thank you Okko....Cheers!!
Super super nice! with a touch of Zen feel yet chic look. These guys are genius! With the view, now it worths >1m. Congrats! :D
Yo Bro!! Looks like Tropica's charm did magic on the buyer..:cool: .
holy cow! shanel's flyer listed blk 51 #06-01 just sold at 900k. 753psf for a non high floor unit. :scared-4:
East Lover
06-12-10, 13:22
Mine is to finish around mid December (accessories may take longer to source though). oh yes, Wify mentioned about inviting you over once things are set the other day.
But do not expect anything as grand as yours, due to budget constraints, we mainly "touch up" (or should I say "rejuvernate"？:D ) living room and master bedroom. However, we love it just the same and very happy with what KNQ has created so far within our budget.
I believe your wife's taste and Stan's capability :) happy renoving!
East Lover
06-12-10, 13:28
holy cow! shanel's flyer listed blk 51 #06-01 just sold at 900k. 753psf for a non high floor unit. :scared-4:
yesterday channel U predict new EC will price arange 900-1000 psf. So Tropica's $753psf is worthy for money. we should aim for $800psf ;)
And finally we have transactions over 1million!
Blk 55 #06-02 $1040k
Blk 63 #01-05 $1000k
Really no transaction in sept hah?!
kingkong1984
06-12-10, 13:54
yesterday channel U predict new EC will price arange 900-1000 psf. So Tropica's $753psf is worthy for money. we should aim for $800psf ;)
And finally we have transactions over 1million!
Blk 55 #06-02 $1040k
Blk 63 #01-05 $1000k
Really no transaction in sept hah?!
Sure or not... EC so expansive?
Then CCR is really undervalued.
OCR 1 X = 1000 psf
RCR 2 X = 2000 psf
CCR 3 X = 3000 psf
East Lover
06-12-10, 14:00
Sure or not... EC so expansive?
Then CCR is really undervalued.
OCR 1 X = 1000 psf
RCR 2 X = 2000 psf
CCR 3 X = 3000 psf
haha, those experts said so on the TV last night.;) for Bisan St14, they even quoted at 1000 psf if i remember correctly.
any idea for the EC opp Tropica? won by Sim Lian again?
East Lover
06-12-10, 14:04
Nov 23, 2010
6 bids for Tampines EC site
A HOUSING Board site for executive condominium housing on Tampines Avenue 8 attracted six bids when the tender exercise closed on Tuesday.
Hoi Hup Realty, Sunway Developments and SC Wong Holdings jointly submitted the top bid of $187.6 million for the 20,600 sq m site, with a maximum gross floor area of 57,680 sqm.
This works out to $3,252 psm/GFA.
The 99-year leasehold land parcel can yield about 525 EC flats.
The next highest bid of $172.8 million came from Opal Star Pte Ltd and Lum Chang Building Contractors, followed by the $161.5 million bid from Grand Isle Holdings.
The HDB will announce the final tender award in the next two weeks.
devilplate
06-12-10, 14:10
EC at 1kpsf.... I will sell all my ocr ppty
me too, at 1.3k psf. :D
EC at 1kpsf.... I will sell all my ocr ppty
EC at 1kpsf.... I will sell all my ocr ppty
new or resale ? the one at bishan may reach that soon u know....
acidic.straw
06-12-10, 16:55
Nov 23, 2010
6 bids for Tampines EC site
A HOUSING Board site for executive condominium housing on Tampines Avenue 8 attracted six bids when the tender exercise closed on Tuesday.
Hoi Hup Realty, Sunway Developments and SC Wong Holdings jointly submitted the top bid of $187.6 million for the 20,600 sq m site, with a maximum gross floor area of 57,680 sqm.
This works out to $3,252 psm/GFA.
The 99-year leasehold land parcel can yield about 525 EC flats.
The next highest bid of $172.8 million came from Opal Star Pte Ltd and Lum Chang Building Contractors, followed by the $161.5 million bid from Grand Isle Holdings.
The HDB will announce the final tender award in the next two weeks.
Posted: 25 November 2010 2253 hrs
SINGAPORE : The Housing & Development Board (HDB) has awarded the tender for the land parcel at Tampines Avenue 8 to joint bidders Hoi Hup Realty, Sunway Developments and SC Wong Holdings.
They submitted the highest tender for the site at S$187.6 million out of a total of 6 bids received.
That translates to about S$302 per square foot per plot ratio.
The land parcel has a site area of more than 20,000 square metres and a maximum gross floor area of over 57,000 square metres.
It has been earmarked for executive condominium housing.
The site was launched for public tender on October 6 and has a lease period of 99 years.
- CNA /ls
devilplate
06-12-10, 17:48
new or resale ? the one at bishan may reach that soon u know....
cannot use tat bishan lor....bishan loft oredi hit ard 900psf liao wor
i refering to other new EC launches...:D
acidic.straw
06-12-10, 19:24
EC at 1kpsf.... I will sell all my ocr ppty
haha...i doubt the garmen will allow EC to get that high...esp with elections round the corner :p
East Lover
14-12-10, 08:43
Hi have you sign up the free installation from openNet?
Is $95.90/mth reasonable for the high speed fibre broadband package?
acidic.straw
14-12-10, 10:00
Hi have you sign up the free installation from openNet?
Is $95.90/mth reasonable for the high speed fibre broadband package?
$95.90/mth is very expensive, in my view. The Retail Service Provider (RSP) ie the company that sells the services to the consumers pays only $21 to the Operating Company (Opco) ie the company that provides the electronics to run the services.
The entire fibre infrastructure will be completed by 2012. By the time, there will be enough consumers and RSPs to provide more services and healthy competition to drive prices down. I would wait and see how things turn out before committing.
East Lover
14-12-10, 11:04
$95.90/mth is very expensive, in my view. The Retail Service Provider (RSP) ie the company that sells the services to the consumers pays only $21 to the Operating Company (Opco) ie the company that provides the electronics to run the services.
The entire fibre infrastructure will be completed by 2012. By the time, there will be enough consumers and RSPs to provide more services and healthy competition to drive prices down. I would wait and see how things turn out before committing.
Thanks thanks. SingTel will do a roadshow on this Friday at Tropica. Luckily asked you, otherwise Gong Gong sign up and tigh for 2 years :cool:
East Lover
05-01-11, 08:17
Anyone going to attend AGM next wednesday?
East Lover
06-01-11, 08:18
Anyone going to attend AGM next wednesday?
Did anyone see the chairman from resident committee? he visited our floor last night, to persuade us to attend AGM. According to him, mgmt wants to increase our maintenance fee $9.00 each share. He urged us to vote "NO".
So dear Tropican, please attend AGM on next wed 7:30, and vote for your right :mad:
Did anyone see the chairman from resident committee? he visited our floor last night, to persuade us to attend AGM. According to him, mgmt wants to increase our maintenance fee $9.00 each share. He urged us to vote "NO".
So dear Tropican, please attend AGM on next wed 7:30, and vote for your right :mad:
Thanks for the info, East Lover. From $11 to $20, almost 50% increase, :scared-4: . Unreasonable Indeed! How many number of vote each unit entitled to? One I suppose?
Thanks for the info, East Lover. From $11 to $20, almost 50% increase, :scared-4: . Unreasonable Indeed! How many number of vote each unit entitled to? One I suppose?
What happens if the "No" votes win, does it mean you get to continue at $11? :scared-5:
How many times have they succeeded increasing the amount in the past so far?
East Lover
06-01-11, 17:20
Thanks for the info, East Lover. From $11 to $20, almost 50% increase, :scared-4: . Unreasonable Indeed! How many number of vote each unit entitled to? One I suppose?
depends on the size/unit type. for 3 bedder it's 3 share and 4 bedder is 4 i guess???
East Lover
06-01-11, 17:21
What happens if the "No" votes win, does it mean you get to continue at $11? :scared-5:
How many times have they succeeded increasing the amount in the past so far?
that's what we want - we want to keep $11 (forever? :)). they just changed mgmt, i have no idea they ever win before :)
East Lover
12-01-11, 12:28
Dear Tropican, please rememeber to attend AGM today!
Date: 12-Jan-2011
Time: 7:30PM
Venue: Club House
East Lover
14-01-11, 11:06
One high floor 4 bedder at blk 61 is asking sky high price now, after gov cooling measurement came out last night :doh:
Most of ppl have to pay 40% down payment instead of 20% now. So if he is asking 1.25mil, that means you have to pay 0.5mil first!
so the new policy will beneafit ppl who has cleared their existing loan. anyone interested to jump in?
One high floor 4 bedder at blk 61 is asking sky high price now, after gov cooling measurement came out last night :doh:
Most of ppl have to pay 40% down payment instead of 20% now. So if he is asking 1.25mil, that means you have to pay 0.5mil first!
so the new policy will beneafit ppl who has cleared their existing loan. anyone interested to jump in?
Up to him to price. Up to buyer to accept.
SSD actually raises the exit price by at least 16%, so viewing it from the reverse angle, it raises the current price by at least 16% as the COMPETITIVE EDGE over 14 Jan 2011 buyers.
They could negotiate between 0% to 16%+1% (agent Com) + 3% (Stamp), total about 20%. To close the deal and a fair one should be a 10% price increase if owners has holding power.
Speculators and flippers dying to get out, negotiate to buy at -20% to 0% and a fair one would be -10%.
anyone has information of the latest sale and rent transaction price of the Tropca ?
East Lover
17-02-11, 16:37
anyone has information of the latest sale and rent transaction price of the Tropca ?
Unit PSF SQFT TTL Transaction Date
61 #15-03 $737 1313 $968k 01 Feb 11
65 #07-02 $747 1238 $925k 25 Jan 11
51 #06-01 $753 1195 $900k 03 Dec 10
53 #08-01 $687 1238 $850k 26 Nov 10
65 #02-01 $693 1227 $850k 29 Oct 10
61 #11-05 $754 990 $747k 29 Oct 10
55 #06-02 $695 1496 $1040k 18 Oct 10
63 #01-05 $573 1744 $1000k 15 Oct 10
51 #10-03 $727 1238 $900k 01 Oct 10
want to invest in Tropica?
Wow!! Few blocks hit $750 psf already.
Excellent place for own stay or investment.
Unit PSF SQFT TTL Transaction Date
61 #15-03 $737 1313 $968k 01 Feb 11
65 #07-02 $747 1238 $925k 25 Jan 11
51 #06-01 $753 1195 $900k 03 Dec 10
53 #08-01 $687 1238 $850k 26 Nov 10
65 #02-01 $693 1227 $850k 29 Oct 10
61 #11-05 $754 990 $747k 29 Oct 10
55 #06-02 $695 1496 $1040k 18 Oct 10
63 #01-05 $573 1744 $1000k 15 Oct 10
51 #10-03 $727 1238 $900k 01 Oct 10
want to invest in Tropica?
East Lover
18-02-11, 14:43
Wow!! Few blocks hit $750 psf already.
Excellent place for own stay or investment.
got agent called up last night, said have ready buyers, easily between 1.15 to 1.2mil... don't know how true :cool:
East Lover
18-02-11, 14:43
Wow!! Few blocks hit $750 psf already.
Excellent place for own stay or investment.
got agent called up last night, said have ready buyers, easily between 1.15 to 1.2mil... don't know how true :cool:
now nobody wants to sell, so agents gotta promise high price to get stocks to sell. that being said 1.2mio for ur unit is worth considering :D
got agent called up last night, said have ready buyers, easily between 1.15 to 1.2mil... don't know how true :cool:
as usual, our blk 51 is leading the charge. :D
Wow!! Few blocks hit $750 psf already.
Excellent place for own stay or investment.
yes buddy!! I also got a few friends asking me if anyone selling in our block.
as usual, our blk 51 is leading the charge. :D
ya, my fren now regret he din buy 10-03 at 900k right after 1st cooling measures announced.. now 06-01 smaller and transacted 920k liao.
yes buddy!! I also got a few friends asking me if anyone selling in our block.
In the following months, chances are that prices will be pushed up further after the exec condo is also launched beside the petrol pump.
ya, my fren now regret he din buy 10-03 at 900k right after 1st cooling measures announced.. now 06-01 smaller and transacted 920k liao.
as usual, our blk 51 is leading the charge. :D
I was wondering why is it not 61 and 57 being the hotter and more favourable stacks instead of 51. Any reasons? I thot those reservoir facing always more in demand? No?:confused:
Coz only Blk 51 is within 1km to st hilda's with poolview leading to reservoir view bro.
I was wondering why is it not 61 and 57 being the hotter and more favourable stacks instead of 51. Any reasons? I thot those reservoir facing always more in demand? No?:confused:
Coz only Blk 51 is within 1km to st hilda's with poolview leading to reservoir view bro.
That's the reason for my choice of stack 42 but at WV those reservoir only facing units cost much much more than the stack of my choice.
*scratches head. :)
East Lover
19-02-11, 09:45
I was wondering why is it not 61 and 57 being the hotter and more favourable stacks instead of 51. Any reasons? I thot those reservoir facing always more in demand? No?:confused:
because only 4 bedders in 61 or 57 has unblock view but very very few owners are selling... you can see most of the transactions from these 2 blocks are 2 bedders. so 有价无市. in fact i have spent alsmost 2 years to find out a 4 bed-room unt in Tropica.:) that's why agent use 1.2mil to attract owner :cool:
another hand, typical 3 bedder in Tropica is around 1200 sqft, 4 bedder is around 1500, that results the absolute quantum of 4 bedder much bigger. as bro McKinnon said, 1mil is a treashold to HDB upgrader - but i guess it's not anymore :D
This brings a smile to me. It seals the fact tt I did not purchase the wrong unit and it wasn't a wrong move. I hv the "ace" cards in my hands. If good I keep, otherwise I can release without worrying about the price and people not wanting to purchase it. Hooray. Haha. :D
East Lover
19-02-11, 10:56
This brings a smile to me. It seals the fact tt I did not purchase the wrong unit and it wasn't a wrong move. I hv the "ace" cards in my hands. If good I keep, otherwise I can release without worrying about the price and people not wanting to purchase it. Hooray. Haha. :D
btw, which stack in WV did you buy? kengar is stack 13, mine is 09, how about you?
You people so far away from me. Best stacks at a premium. I'm at stack 42. A tinge of chlorine plus a pocket full of rain water. Hehe. :D
East Lover
19-02-11, 11:07
You people so far away from me. Best stacks at a premium. I'm at stack 42. A tinge of chlorine plus a pocket full of rain water. Hehe. :D
haha your stack is also good, got 2-in-1 view leh. somemore big 8 in front of you:p
Yours which floor sis? Haha. I'm on 9th. I scared government reclaim reservoir then I hv nothing to look at. Quarry view even more risky. Hehe. So nvmlah just breathe chlorine and see senior citizens in bikinis. Kekeke. :D
bro Mckinnon, your PM box is full.:D
Coz only Blk 51 is within 1km to st hilda's with poolview leading to reservoir view bro.
oh paiseh, ok cleared liao. :)
bro Mckinnon, your PM box is full.:D
:D PM liow.
oh paiseh, ok cleared liao. :)
$800psf has been breached!
blk 51, #13-06 transacted 960k, $803psf.
blk 51, #06-03 transacted 950k, $767psf.
:D
$800psf has been breached!
blk 51, #13-06 transacted 960k, $803psf.
blk 51, #06-03 transacted 950k, $767psf.
:D
Must be some anxious parents trying to get their kids into St Hilda Primary school? :D
bingo! were you the buyer? ;)
Must be some anxious parents trying to get their kids into St Hilda Primary school? :D
bingo! were you the buyer? ;)
Haha nope.. i am already within 100m of St Hilda Primary in my present HDB flat. :spliff:
:cool: The push could be mainly due to St Hilda's school admissions. I was checking the map. Dont think Water View is within 1km of St Hildas. So the Block 51 demand will remain for people interested in staying in condo within 1km.
$800psf has been breached!
blk 51, #13-06 transacted 960k, $803psf.
blk 51, #06-03 transacted 950k, $767psf.
:D
at $803psf, your crown jewel is worth $995k!
factoring in your stack 3 view and ur reno, easily command 1.05mio :D
:cool: The push could be mainly due to St Hilda's school admissions. I was checking the map. Dont think Water View is within 1km of St Hildas. So the Block 51 demand will remain for people interested in staying in condo within 1km.
Yes Bro. But living in Tropica..The peace and tranquility is priceless :D Still feel Tropica is undervalued.
at $803psf, your crown jewel is worth $995k!
factoring in your stack 3 view and ur reno, easily command 1.05mio :D
totally understand what you mean bro :D
Yes Bro. But living in Tropica..The peace and tranquility is priceless :D Still feel Tropica is undervalued.
$803 psf record broken with ease.
latest transaction is $1.24mio, $829psf! :D
Demand is more..and supply is less. I love Tropica !!! :cool:
$803 psf record broken with ease.
latest transaction is $1.24mio, $829psf! :D
$803 psf record broken with ease.
latest transaction is $1.24mio, $829psf! :D
Any idea which unit is this?
$1.24 / 829 would work out to be 1496sqf which is one of the 4 roomers in blk 55. ;) Wonder which floor or stack is that.
so clever, means u either stay here or you're agent :D
high floor stack 1 reservoir view.
$1.24 / 829 would work out to be 1496sqf which is one of the 4 roomers in blk 55. ;) Wonder which floor or stack is that.
Heehee... not an agent, maybe it is a good option to consider coz I saw my agent driving a BMW. :money-faced1: Was it the unit marketed by Shanel? Thought she just put up the ad last week and it was already sold. So hot! :D
devilplate
30-03-11, 12:19
Heehee... not an agent, maybe it is a good option to consider coz I saw my agent driving a BMW. :money-faced1:
u shd check whether he fully paid in cash or taking 90% loan....hehe
pwah, i stay tropica so long don't even know 1496 is only blk 55 4 bedders lei.
ya, shanel mentioned all her recent sales are at record breaking prices.
Heehee... not an agent, maybe it is a good option to consider coz I saw my agent driving a BMW. :money-faced1: Was it the unit marketed by Shanel? Thought she just put up the ad last week and it was already sold. So hot! :D
pwah, i stay tropica so long don't even know 1496 is only blk 55 4 bedders lei.
ya, shanel mentioned all her recent sales are at record breaking prices.
hehehe... coz u r very focus on premium blk 51 only mah. :D the other blks dont interest u. me very kpo, like to study the whole site plan and stacks before buying.
that reminds me a couple of weeks ago, Shanel also put up a 1518 but was taken down quite soon. do u happen to know the transacted px as well?
all tropica transactions interest me lei..
you're looking to buy or already bot?
1518 4br not actively marketed, so i'm fairly certain it's not transacted yet.
are you interested in that unit? ;)
hehehe... coz u r very focus on premium blk 51 only mah. :D the other blks dont interest u. me very kpo, like to study the whole site plan and stacks before buying.
that reminds me a couple of weeks ago, Shanel also put up a 1518 but was taken down quite soon. do u happen to know the transacted px as well?
Any insider views from Tropicans?
Would this be amicably resolved if those high-rise litters can be stopped?
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Apr 5, 2011
IN THE ST NEWSPAPER TODAY
Residents at odds over covered patios
Some owners say trellises are for safety, but trash on top upsets others
By Kon Xin Hua
http://www.straitstimes.com/STI/STIMEDIA/image/20110404/home2-1.jpg A toilet rug fell onto an umbrella covering the patio of a ground-floor unit without a trellis. -- ST PHOTO: CHEW SENG KIM
http://www.straitstimes.com/STI/STIMEDIA/common/c.gif
THE ground-floor residents of Tampines condominium The Tropica said they installed trellises with polycarbonate covers on their patios literally to take cover.
They added that their families' safety was at stake because upper-floor residents threw litter onto their patios. But because the rubbish then landed on the covers, this mess also made the higher-floor residents upset.
East Lover
05-04-11, 11:53
Any insider views from Tropicans?
Would this be amicably resolved if those high-rise litters can be stopped?
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Apr 5, 2011
IN THE ST NEWSPAPER TODAY
Residents at odds over covered patios
Some owners say trellises are for safety, but trash on top upsets others
By Kon Xin Hua
http://www.straitstimes.com/STI/STIMEDIA/image/20110404/home2-1.jpg A toilet rug fell onto an umbrella covering the patio of a ground-floor unit without a trellis. -- ST PHOTO: CHEW SENG KIM
http://www.straitstimes.com/STI/STIMEDIA/common/c.gif
THE ground-floor residents of Tampines condominium The Tropica said they installed trellises with polycarbonate covers on their patios literally to take cover.
They added that their families' safety was at stake because upper-floor residents threw litter onto their patios. But because the rubbish then landed on the covers, this mess also made the higher-floor residents upset.
didn't know this incident until you forward this.
this ground-floor Tropican must be very very angry, then 家丑外扬。。。:ashamed1:
must be some naughty kids lah...
Just put a CCTV and pass the tape to NEA to report littering from high-rise.
Thats why I will only consider ground floor units if the development is at most 5 storey high. :tsk-tsk:
Upstairs throw litter easier to catch.
Hi,
This is my 1st post as I have recently bought a new condo still under construction. While looking around, I cant help but noticed those condos built years back are rather concrete looking while those currently launched are more aesthetic looking mostly with full glass windows and good views.
But as far as prices are concerned, the older condos are selling only slightly lower than new launches. I really wonder who are those buyers?? While psf may be one of the criteria to gauge the selling price, I believe the exterior designs should be equally important too in order to appeal to potential buyer.
devilplate
05-04-11, 17:58
Hi,
This is my 1st post as I have recently bought a new condo still under construction. While looking around, I cant help but noticed those condos built years back are rather concrete looking while those currently launched are more aesthetic looking mostly with full glass windows and good views.
But as far as prices are concerned, the older condos are selling only slightly lower than new launches. I really wonder who are those buyers?? While psf may be one of the criteria to gauge the selling price, I believe the exterior designs should be equally important too in order to appeal to potential buyer.
which area u looking at? i am sure there r some older resale worth the buck
which area u looking at? i am sure there r some older resale worth the buck
Ya... like The Plaza, Textile Centre and People's Park Complex which incidentally join the 1200-1400psf ranks *roll eyes*
Hi,
This is my 1st post as I have recently bought a new condo still under construction. While looking around, I cant help but noticed those condos built years back are rather concrete looking while those currently launched are more aesthetic looking mostly with full glass windows and good views.
But as far as prices are concerned, the older condos are selling only slightly lower than new launches. I really wonder who are those buyers?? While psf may be one of the criteria to gauge the selling price, I believe the exterior designs should be equally important too in order to appeal to potential buyer.
Houses in Singapore cannot last long. 20 years is all it takes to make a house look old and tired. The pipes inside would have rusted, concrete will start to spall and lift starts to fail more frequently. What is inside is important.
East Lover
09-04-11, 11:46
Finally get time to upload the latest progress!http://i1203.photobucket.com/albums/bb400/vw_progress/IMG_0080.jpg
East Lover
09-04-11, 11:51
http://i1203.photobucket.com/albums/bb400/vw_progress/IMG_0083.jpg
East Lover
09-04-11, 16:01
sorry posted in wrong thread :D
East Lover
18-04-11, 09:33
Houses in Singapore cannot last long. 20 years is all it takes to make a house look old and tired. The pipes inside would have rusted, concrete will start to spall and lift starts to fail more frequently. What is inside is important.
maybe by 20 years, it's time to enblock:D
new development is getting smaller and smaller, old project is still worthy for $$$ if you have cash to reno nice nice
maybe by 20 years, it's time to enblock:D
new development is getting smaller and smaller, old project is still worthy for $$$ if you have cash to reno nice nice
By that time it will be the the folks at WV's turn to bear with the demolishment noise and dust and subsequently the reconstruction of the new "Tropica". haha :D
East Lover
18-04-11, 11:31
By that time it will be the the folks at WV's turn to bear with the demolishment noise and dust and subsequently the reconstruction of the new "Tropica". haha :D
Maybe FEO enblock both Tropica and WV, and slide them into 4 waterfront collection again hahaha, then ask sky high high price, to push our tampines to orarch level :D
Haahaha.. Thats a good one. you never know. :cool:
Maybe FEO enblock both Tropica and WV, and slide them into 4 waterfront collection again hahaha, then ask sky high high price, to push our tampines to orarch level :D
Haha... true true.. we never know what can come up next... this is a crazy world especially here in SG!:D
update: blk 63 3br sold 990k, blk 57 ground floor sold 1.32mio :scared-4:
update: blk 63 3br sold 990k, blk 57 ground floor sold 1.32mio :scared-4:
Wahh mid / high floor for the BLK 63 one? :2cents: :2cents: :2cents:
mid floor bro.
i wonder how much blk 51 can command now. :D
Wahh mid / high floor for the BLK 63 one? :2cents: :2cents: :2cents:
East Lover
27-04-11, 09:19
update: blk 63 3br sold 990k, blk 57 ground floor sold 1.32mio :scared-4:
The international school UWC is going to fully operate on August, now it's the best time for parents to buy Tropica, so they can settle first before school term start.
Majority of the buyers are Indian, heard >70% of UWC students are from rich Indian family, and Indian like big big units. :)
The 01-03 unit has been in market for 3 years, but very hard to sale due to big size, odd layout and next to tenis court, but finally it's sold out, and sold to Indian. I guess that's the biggest unit avaiable in Tropica now.
mid floor bro.
i wonder how much blk 51 can command now. :D
How about you testing the market by putting your unit up for sale and let us know the highest offer you can get?;)
devilplate
27-04-11, 09:58
How about you testing the market by putting your unit up for sale and let us know the highest offer you can get?;)
:hell-hath-no-fury: :hell-hath-no-fury: :hell-hath-no-fury: :hell-hath-no-fury: :hell-hath-no-fury: :hell-hath-no-fury: :hell-hath-no-fury: :hell-hath-no-fury:
East Lover
27-04-11, 09:59
How about you testing the market by putting your unit up for sale and let us know the highest offer you can get?;)
:D :D :D :D :D :D :D
why waste agents' time and my time?
heard from agent the new psychological barrier is now 1.2mio, so i won't be surprised if bro srm's crown jewel can get 1.2.
my family loves tropica very much, i will only sell if i can get a 4br with full reservoir view at blk 57 or 61. :D
How about you testing the market by putting your unit up for sale and let us know the highest offer you can get?;)
East Lover
27-04-11, 17:34
why waste agents' time and my time?
heard from agent the new psychological barrier is now 1.2mio, so i won't be surprised if bro srm's crown jewel can get 1.2.
my family loves tropica very much, i will only sell if i can get a 4br with full reservoir view at blk 57 or 61. :D
today I take break at home. really enjoy the 'tropica' feeling. so windy, so quiet, so bright and yet so cool, 还真不舍得卖呢:ashamed1:
:) Good to hear the uptrend. My family also enjoying our stay in Tropica so no thought to let go for now. Have yet to come across another development that exceeds or even meets the Tropica feel :cool: .
why waste agents' time and my time?
heard from agent the new psychological barrier is now 1.2mio, so i won't be surprised if bro srm's crown jewel can get 1.2.
my family loves tropica very much, i will only sell if i can get a 4br with full reservoir view at blk 57 or 61. :D
:) Good to hear the uptrend. My family also enjoying our stay in Tropica so no thought to let go for now. Have yet to come across another development that exceeds or even meets the Tropica feel :cool: .
Maybe you can take look at CLOVER BY THE PARK in the heart of Singapore, Bishan. This project is at the last stage of touch up and will TOP soon. The two towers are jus beside the huge Bishan Park. Currently the park has been remake with a river flowing through. Just like Tropica, there is no road between the park and the condo. ......FYI
Thanks Bro. Will check it out. Cheers
Maybe you can take look at CLOVER BY THE PARK in the heart of Singapore, Bishan. This project is at the last stage of touch up and will TOP soon. The two towers are jus beside the huge Bishan Park. Currently the park has been remake with a river flowing through. Just like Tropica, there is no road between the park and the condo. ......FYI
sister, your info is pinpoint accurate.
the unit was snapped up be rich uwc family after fierce bidding.
this means uwc families are starting their house hunt around the school?
The international school UWC is going to fully operate on August, now it's the best time for parents to buy Tropica, so they can settle first before school term start.
Majority of the buyers are Indian, heard >70% of UWC students are from rich Indian family, and Indian like big big units. :)
The 01-03 unit has been in market for 3 years, but very hard to sale due to big size, odd layout and next to tenis court, but finally it's sold out, and sold to Indian. I guess that's the biggest unit avaiable in Tropica now.
East Lover
28-04-11, 11:44
sister, your info is pinpoint accurate.
the unit was snapped up be rich uwc family after fierce bidding.
this means uwc families are starting their house hunt around the school?
Do you know the last offer is 1.35??? but it was too late as the owener quickly accept the deal at 1.32...
yes, don't you see more and more indians appearing in Tropica?:D :D :D
And worse, more in blk 57 and 61 as they like big unit, as they get used of big big house in their homeland :spliff2:
wah, deep pockets coming to tropica. :scared-4:
more and more ang mors oso, let's see the market come august.
Do you know the last offer is 1.35??? but it was too late as the owener quickly accept the deal at 1.32...
yes, don't you see more and more indians appearing in Tropica?:D :D :D
And worse, more in blk 57 and 61 as they like big unit, as they get used of big big house in their homeland :spliff2:
East Lover
28-04-11, 17:33
wah, deep pockets coming to tropica. :scared-4:
more and more ang mors oso, let's see the market come august.
Yes ang mores like big units also, but Indian's pockets seems much much deep now ;)
Do you know the same stack above that groundfloor, e.g. #0X-03 low floor 4 bedder unit, facing hot hot west sun through out the year, having endless noise from tenis court, and with very odd layout, is asking 1.25 now, and rich Indian is attempting to offer, because it's considered cheaper when comparing $1.35 offer :D :D :D
http://www.geomancy.net/review/tropica/typec1-a.gif
heard from agent the new psychological barrier is now 1.2mio, so i won't be surprised if bro srm's crown jewel can get 1.2.
my family loves tropica very much, i will only sell if i can get a 4br with full reservoir view at blk 57 or 61. :D
wow!!! 1.2mio for 3 bedders in blk51? :scared-1: do you reckon soon or by this year end?
i just browsed propguru, some midfloor units in blk63 are mkt around 1mio and above.
4br unit in blk57? i saw a unit mkt at iProp - photo looks familiar. :D
latest update shanel just sold 1496sqft 4br at record 1.305mio 872psf.
the deep pockets are coming. :scared-4:
Bro, looks like we will break the 900psf mark for Tropica soon.:cool:
latest update shanel just sold 1496sqft 4br at record 1.305mio 872psf.
the deep pockets are coming. :scared-4:
If blk 55 4br can hit 872psf, 900psf for ur unit is achievable.
But no blk 51 on the market, so cannot gauge accurately.
Bro, looks like we will break the 900psf mark for Tropica soon.:cool:
I feel so too. With the P1 registration getting closer, any blk 51 units will be in high demand.:)
If blk 55 4br can hit 872psf, 900psf for ur unit is achievable.
But no blk 51 on the market, so cannot gauge accurately.
I feel so too. With the P1 registration getting closer, any blk 51 units will be in high demand.:)
Huat ah!:p paper profit.
devilplate
09-05-11, 12:06
tropica is a darkhorse sia!
den waves shd command 1kpsf now? hehe:D
You really sound like agent, do you stay at the tropica now?
Huat ah!:p paper profit.
You really sound like agent, do you stay at the tropica now?
I am really not an agent. I do own a unit in blk 51. Not staying there but will not let go either coz my kids will go P1 soon. ;) That is why I am sitting on paper profit - something to glee but cannot realise it yet. So the truth is out...
ok cool. your kids gg to st hilda's? you gotta start pv even though it's within 1km hor.
I am really not an agent. I do own a unit in blk 51. Not staying there but will not let go either coz my kids will go P1 soon. ;) That is why I am sitting on paper profit - something to glee but cannot realise it yet. So the truth is out...
ok cool. your kids gg to st hilda's? you gotta start pv even though it's within 1km hor.
Thanks! That part I know and it is also not guaranteed. Getting into PV is another challenge. Will get tips from parents in the neighbourhood.:cheers1:
just ask bro srm. he's a very nice guy. :D
Thanks! That part I know and it is also not guaranteed. Getting into PV is another challenge. Will get tips from parents in the neighbourhood.:cheers1:
waterfront keys oredi transacted >1k psf?
reservoir views getting more and more premium, next time wan to see reservoir very expensive. kekeke..
tropica is a darkhorse sia!
den waves shd command 1kpsf now? hehe:D
Thanks! That part I know and it is also not guaranteed. Getting into PV is another challenge. Will get tips from parents in the neighbourhood.:cheers1:
haha i know i sound kiasu here.. my daughter is only 5 months old I am already thinking how to strategise my PV at St Hilda. :p
I am living across the street at St Hilda now but in 3/4 years time i will move over to Waterview (2Km).
Just wondering what is the best arrangement to ensure my girl a chance in St Hilda, start PV when I am still living at Tampines Street 82?
Or start PV after I moved over to Waterview in Year 2013/14 but at the time of P1 application I make sure my future Tampines tenants are moved out and I assumed back as the resident? :D :D :D
waterfront keys oredi transacted >1k psf?
reservoir views getting more and more premium, next time wan to see reservoir very expensive. kekeke..
You will get bored of the view after a while, unless you are a true nature lover.
From where I (sometimes) stay in the west, I have a good sea view and park view. But I'm so used to them and busy that I hardly view them now. Always thinking about rushing out to work in the morning, and returning back at night when it is too dark to view. Weekend I see housechores and some more work.
Maybe some people can still afford a relaxing lifestyle after paying so much for the condo with a view.
haha i know i sound kiasu here.. my daughter is only 5 months old I am already thinking how to strategise my PV at St Hilda. :p
I am living across the street at St Hilda now but in 3/4 years time i will move over to Waterview (2Km).
Just wondering what is the best arrangement to ensure my girl a chance in St Hilda, start PV when I am still living at Tampines Street 82?
Or start PV after I moved over to Waterview in Year 2013/14 but at the time of P1 application I make sure my future Tampines tenants are moved out and I assumed back as the resident? :D :D :D
I am not sure when applying for PV, you need to prove you are within 1km or not. Maybe bro SRM can advise. :D PV application will start when kid reaches 3+ and close by 4+ so we hv 2 yrs to PV before P1 registration (ie kid turns 6+). Before anyone flames me for being OOT, you can check out the kiasuparents website under this thread to find out more: :cheers5: http://www.kiasuparents.com/kiasu/forum/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=452
East Lover
10-05-11, 14:12
You will get bored of the view after a while, unless you are a true nature lover.
From where I (sometimes) stay in the west, I have a good sea view and park view. But I'm so used to them and busy that I hardly view them now. Always thinking about rushing out to work in the morning, and returning back at night when it is too dark to view. Weekend I see housechores and some more work.
Maybe some people can still afford a relaxing lifestyle after paying so much for the condo with a view.
Good view is not only part of life style, but also the plus point when you want to sell.
I believe your unit with good sea view and park view did give you a good return ;)
agreed. In fact, our maids are those ppl who really enjoy the good view most of time:D :D :D
for me, it's more of not looking out and see neighbours' living rooms.
and with 900k more FTs coming in, this little piece of nice unblocked view is my sanctuary in overcrowded singapore. :D
You will get bored of the view after a while, unless you are a true nature lover.
From where I (sometimes) stay in the west, I have a good sea view and park view. But I'm so used to them and busy that I hardly view them now. Always thinking about rushing out to work in the morning, and returning back at night when it is too dark to view. Weekend I see housechores and some more work.
Maybe some people can still afford a relaxing lifestyle after paying so much for the condo with a view.
bfam/kengar,
Dont want to hijack this thread. Have sent you pvt messages. Cheers:cheers1:
I am not sure when applying for PV, you need to prove you are within 1km or not. Maybe bro SRM can advise. :D PV application will start when kid reaches 3+ and close by 4+ so we hv 2 yrs to PV before P1 registration (ie kid turns 6+). Before anyone flames me for being OOT, you can check out the kiasuparents website under this thread to find out more: :cheers5: http://www.kiasuparents.com/kiasu/forum/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=452
Best is to join grassroots carry chairs for mbt. Grassroots within 1km has priority over pv within 1km. :D
haha i know i sound kiasu here.. my daughter is only 5 months old I am already thinking how to strategise my PV at St Hilda. :p
I am living across the street at St Hilda now but in 3/4 years time i will move over to Waterview (2Km).
Just wondering what is the best arrangement to ensure my girl a chance in St Hilda, start PV when I am still living at Tampines Street 82?
Or start PV after I moved over to Waterview in Year 2013/14 but at the time of P1 application I make sure my future Tampines tenants are moved out and I assumed back as the resident? :D :D :D
Yes, if stay in HDB then can join grassroots. But once you move to Tropica/Waterview then cannot, as they are Aljuneid not Tampines constituency.
Best is to join grassroots carry chairs for mbt. Grassroots within 1km has priority over pv within 1km. :D
Grassroots and pv have the same chance under Phase 2B.
Best is to join grassroots carry chairs for mbt. Grassroots within 1km has priority over pv within 1km. :D
oic. Sorry my kiasuparent knowledge is rusty.
So does church affiliation + <1km guarantee entry to st. Hilda's?
Grassroots and pv have the same chance under Phase 2B.
No guarantee Bro.:scared-1: Just high probability of getting in.
oic. Sorry my kiasuparent knowledge is rusty.
So does church affiliation + <1km guarantee entry to st. Hilda's?
East Lover
16-05-11, 11:04
Latest official transactions for Condominium at THE TROPICA
Address PSF Size (sqft) Price Contract Date
51 #02-04 $743 1238 $920k 18 Apr 11
51 #15-06 $753 1195 $900k 04 Apr 11
63 #11-06 $763 1238 $945k 28 Mar 11
this is old info liao, wait till you see the latest batch of caveats. :scared-5:
Latest official transactions for Condominium at THE TROPICA
Address PSF Size (sqft) Price Contract Date
51 #02-04 $743 1238 $920k 18 Apr 11
51 #15-06 $753 1195 $900k 04 Apr 11
63 #11-06 $763 1238 $945k 28 Mar 11
this is old info liao, wait till you see the latest batch of caveats. :scared-5:
Can share you info?
holy wakamolly!!
THE TROPICA TAMPINES AVENUE 1 Condominium 1 1,305,000 1,496 Strata 872 May-11
devilplate
03-06-11, 18:13
holy wakamolly!!
THE TROPICA TAMPINES AVENUE 1 Condominium 1 1,305,000 1,496 Strata 872 May-11
Reservoir facing?
linchong84
03-06-11, 18:38
Hi tropica owners, can find out from u guys what are the blks that are within 1km of st hilda?
Yes but got direct west sun bro
Reservoir facing?
linchong84
03-06-11, 19:02
Blk 51 and maybe blk 53
is 53 good?
Some west sun but super windy.
is 53 good?
Hi tropica owners, can find out from u guys what are the blks that are within 1km of st hilda?
blk 51, 53 and 55. this one confirmed with SHPS.
blk 53 - west sun,
blk 51 - best view (pool + reservoir) depends on the floor la
blk 55 - mix of 3 and 4 bedders
Bro, urs is which blk?
blk 51, 53 and 55. this one confirmed with SHPS.
blk 53 - west sun,
blk 51 - best view (pool + reservoir) depends on the floor la
blk 55 - mix of 3 and 4 bedders
Bro, urs is which blk?
I am your neighbour. :D
My neighbour doesn't have kids lah :p
I am your neighbour. :D
My neighbour doesn't have kids lah :p
I mean same as you - blk 51. Not exactly your immediate neighbour.
Oic, tropica premium block u still no self stay ah?
I mean same as you - blk 51. Not exactly your immediate neighbour.
Oic, tropica premium block u still no self stay ah?
Not moving there yet. Where I am staying now is near to my kids' childcare arrangement. Unless rental market is slow when tenancy expires, then I may consider moving in. Otherwise, i am comfortable where I am now - too much hassle to move (pack and unpack) headache :doh: .
Was at Tropica for a BBQ last evening, the greenery within really makes one feel living in an exclusive resort. :spliff:
East Lover
13-06-11, 09:16
Was at Tropica for a BBQ last evening, the greenery within really makes one feel living in an exclusive resort. :spliff:
yes, many visiters said so :)
usually they just thought Tropica is an ordinary Condo from outside, especially the urgly entry, but when they go inside, they were usually surprised by the resort style, and its 大气:)
yes, many visiters said so :)
usually they just thought Tropica is an ordinary Condo from outside, especially the urgly entry, but when they go inside, they were usually surprised by the resort style, and its 大气:)
Yeah the looks is very deceiving from the outside, esp is the back of each block (the less glam side) is facing outwards for all directions.
The amount of efforts to maintain the greenery must be alot to keep it at such a consistent good condition.
I always remember wat the agent said when i first viewed tropica.
外面看象草，里面看是宝
yes, many visiters said so :)
usually they just thought Tropica is an ordinary Condo from outside, especially the urgly entry, but when they go inside, they were usually surprised by the resort style, and its 大气:)
I always remember wat the agent said when i first viewed tropica.
外面看象草，里面看是宝
看起来，我是走宝了。。。 sigh....
OMG shanel just broke 1mio for 3br, blk 55 somemore, sold 1.05mio!
OMG shanel just broke 1mio for 3br, blk 55 somemore, sold 1.05mio!
Wah! :scared-4: Defy market talk that price wld come down. Think psf just above $800. Coz the size of 3 bedders in that block is 1238sqf. Believe still not as expensive as that 15flr 4bedders.
ya agree. it's quite a clever buy at 800+psf.
when sister eastlover and i viewed the 4brs last year, they were asking 1mio nego! :banghead:
Wah! :scared-4: Defy market talk that price wld come down. Think psf just above $800. Coz the size of 3 bedders in that block is 1238sqf. Believe still not as expensive as that 15flr 4bedders.
East Lover
28-06-11, 14:00
ya agree. it's quite a clever buy at 800+psf.
when sister eastlover and i viewed the 4brs last year, they were asking 1mio nego! :banghead:
And now one of high floor 4 bedder (1506 sqft type) in blk 61 is asking for 1.5mil!!! almost $1000/psf :cool:
Tropica is getting hotter and hotter :D
East Lover unit on sale? :scared-4:
http://www.propertyguru.com.sg/listing/4704406/for-sale-the-tropica
East Lover unit on sale? :scared-4:
http://www.propertyguru.com.sg/listing/4704406/for-sale-the-tropica
Ooh this is my dream interior design :D the new buyer should try keep it intact.
Yes very nice design by Stanley.
Ooh this is my dream interior design :D the new buyer should try keep it intact.
Ooh this is my dream interior design :D the new buyer should try keep it intact.
Nice design...although bit english..
Only if it was anywhere near mrt :rolleyes:
East Lover, you have full of praise for this place. Why sell?
You shifting to a higher floor?
East Lover unit on sale? :scared-4:
http://www.propertyguru.com.sg/listing/4704406/for-sale-the-tropica
Any afternoon sun for this stack?
http://www.propertyguru.com.sg/listing/4741808/for-sale-the-tropica
And now one of high floor 4 bedder (1506 sqft type) in blk 61 is asking for 1.5mil!!! almost $1000/psf :cool:
Tropica is getting hotter and hotter :D
wats up with tropica from ura website last done 900k plus but on guru all asking million plus...enbloc:beats-me-man: ...new mrt line...:beats-me-man: ...temasek poly converting to 6th university...:beats-me-man: .....they found oil in bedok reservior...:beats-me-man: ...and the list goes on...:D :D :D
devilplate
30-06-11, 21:54
wats up with tropica from ura website last done 900k plus but on guru all asking million plus...enbloc:beats-me-man: ...new mrt line...:beats-me-man: ...temasek poly converting to 6th university...:beats-me-man: .....they found oil in bedok reservior...:beats-me-man: ...and the list goes on...:D :D :D
Hahaha....tat applies to many other project....mostly calling 50-100k above last few average transactions....hahaha...and when u saw a reasonable psf asking, den later u found out either ground flr, lousy facing or agts fishing ad
Gd n reasonable priced ones cfm snapped from 1-2 wks
Tats y many choose to buy from developer knowing tat everyone pays similar price.....
East Lover so quiet now....
East Lover unit on sale? :scared-4:
http://www.propertyguru.com.sg/listing/4704406/for-sale-the-tropica
Depends on the block and the facing. Latest deal is 3br at 1mio+ for non premium block liao and prices are still on the upswing.
3 letters to answer your :beats-me-man:
UWC. :D
wats up with tropica from ura website last done 900k plus but on guru all asking million plus...enbloc:beats-me-man: ...new mrt line...:beats-me-man: ...temasek poly converting to 6th university...:beats-me-man: .....they found oil in bedok reservior...:beats-me-man: ...and the list goes on...:D :D :D
devilplate
30-06-11, 23:02
Depends on the block and the facing. Latest deal is 3br at 1mio+ for non premium block liao and prices are still on the upswing.
3 letters to answer your :beats-me-man:
UWC. :D
Den buy pinevale better rite if looking at non reservoir facing units at tropica.... Cheaper n just beside uwc:p
Depends on the block and the facing. Latest deal is 3br at 1mio+ for non premium block liao and prices are still on the upswing.
3 letters to answer your :beats-me-man:
UWC. :D
hehe.. u gotta be kidding me:D...What people now have started walking from Tropica to UWC?
I can understand pineVale.. but tropica? :doh:
What next, bedok reservoir mrt or tampines mrt? If UWC is walkable then for sure can walk to tampines mrt..:hell-hath-no-fury:
It's the travelling distance lah, just like heritage view and dover parkview.
You don't seem familiar w the attributes, pinevale still feels hdb w lower ceilings, units facing each other are very near. tropica's pool is bigger and next to reservoir for exercise.
I viewed many pinevale units but didn't buy any, juz sharing my assessment.
hehe.. u gotta be kidding me:D...What people now have started walking from Tropica to UWC?
I can understand pineVale.. but tropica? :doh:
What next, bedok reservoir mrt or tampines mrt? If UWC is walkable then for sure can walk to tampines mrt..:hell-hath-no-fury:
The buyers for uwc go for big and reservoir facing units in tropica and pay a premium for them. Pinevale has shot up too but i have not actively tracked its price movement.
Den buy pinevale better rite if looking at non reservoir facing units at tropica.... Cheaper n just beside uwc:p
Den buy pinevale better rite if looking at non reservoir facing units at tropica.... Cheaper n just beside uwc:p
Is there non reservoir facing units ...other than the 2 bedders?
In the horseshoe layout, Blk 53 and blk 65 face each other, same for blk 55 and blk 63. For direct reservoir facing, blk 51 all units, and some units in blk 57, 61 and 55.
Is there non reservoir facing units ...other than the 2 bedders?
The buyers for uwc go for big and reservoir facing units in tropica and pay a premium for them. Pinevale has shot up too but i have not actively tracked its price movement.
pinevale now asking about 900k to 1mil...not bad for an ec that was once surrounded by packs of stray dogs...now that the dogs are gone and the ang mohs are coming...owners can rejoice....:2cents: 2 cents
Den buy pinevale better rite if looking at non reservoir facing units at tropica.... Cheaper n just beside uwc:p
ya next time can see all those ang moh wear sexy out fit...:spliff:
Visited Tropica to view a few units. One high floor unit in Blk 51 beats the rest! Great view, layout and designer deco.
A bit off from the pic.
Ooh this is my dream interior design :D the new buyer should try keep it intact.
A bit off from the pic.
This was the original link, maybe the seller "borrow" the nice interior designs to advertise his / her unit:
http://www.propertyguru.com.sg/listing/4704406/for-sale-the-tropica
Is the same unit but maybe lack of upkeeping.
This was the original link, maybe the seller "borrow" the nice interior designs to advertise his / her unit:
http://www.propertyguru.com.sg/listing/4704406/for-sale-the-tropica
Now you know why they are called crown jewels :D
Visited Tropica to view a few units. One high floor unit in Blk 51 beats the rest! Great view, layout and designer deco.
Yes. Blk 51 is crown jewel of Tropica. 心服。眼服。口服！
Now you know why they are called crown jewels :D
East Lover
04-07-11, 12:56
East Lover, you have full of praise for this place. Why sell?
You shifting to a higher floor?
sorry sorry, didn't receive any alert from Tropica thread, missed out so many questions...
Thanks. Ai yah, our Tropica agent very good in convincing one, let her test the market loh. if really can cash out, why not?
no, not shifing to higher floor in Tropica but waterview ;)
East Lover
04-07-11, 12:58
Is the same unit but maybe lack of upkeeping.
how do you know? you pretend as buyer and view is it???
sorry sorry, didn't receive any alert from Tropica thread, missed out so many questions...
Thanks. Ai yah, our Tropica agent very good in convincing one, let her test the market loh. if really can cash out, why not?
no, not shifing to higher floor in Tropica but waterview ;)
Hehe. I like. Gd time to test market. Can get gd price can let golah but WV is a long wait and good for long term. :D
East Lover
04-07-11, 13:04
Any afternoon sun for this stack?
http://www.propertyguru.com.sg/listing/4741808/for-sale-the-tropica
no afternoon sun but the layout is not 1518 type, if you don't mind the odd layout and long entry, and sky high price...
East Lover
04-07-11, 13:17
Hehe. I like. Gd time to test market. Can get gd price can let golah but WV is a long wait and good for long term. :D
frankly speaking, 真不舍得卖。。。等有offer才来伤脑筋吧。。。
East Lover
04-07-11, 13:18
East Lover so quiet now....
i didn't notice this thread.... no alert at all...
frankly speaking, 真不舍得卖。。。等有offer才来伤脑筋吧。。。
Looking forward to your re-make of Tropica interior design into Waterview.. should be equally good or better! :D
Frankly speaking. Tropica is a gem. Layout of units are very good. No wastage of space. It has very nice landscaping. Nice pools, a lot of greens and very windy too. The shop sell very nice curry chicken too. Fall in love with one of the unit there.
Frankly speaking. Tropica is a gem. Layout of units are very good. No wastage of space. It has very nice landscaping. Nice pools, a lot of greens and very windy too. The shop sell very nice curry chicken too. Fall in love with one of the unit there.
Any potential deal happening between ken9170 and Eastlover? :)
I also agree with you on the nice landscaping, it makes one feels totally at home at first sight.
Nice time i go i will try the curry chicken too. :D
Visited Tropica to view a few units. One high floor unit in Blk 51 beats the rest! Great view, layout and designer deco.
Is there a Blk 51 high floor unit in the market now?
muahaha i asked ken9170 the same question. best stack somemore, very very rare to pop up. :p
Is there a Blk 51 high floor unit in the market now?
muahaha i asked ken9170 the same question. best stack somemore, very very rare to pop up. :p
best stack should be those in the middle right 3 & 4? so are you going to add to your collection? :cool:
I hope I can. Haha
best stack should be those in the middle right 3 & 4? so are you going to add to your collection? :cool:
told you crown jewel sold oredi la..
:jaw-dropping:
I hope I can. Haha
I know. :(
Shanel recommended another high floor nice unit at 65.
Good?
told you crown jewel sold oredi la..
:jaw-dropping:
Layout is same and quite windy. Take a look see got feel onot lo.
I know. :(
Shanel recommended another high floor nice unit at 65.
Good?
told you crown jewel sold oredi la..
:jaw-dropping:
So fast?? I did not even see it on guru... I kaypoh - do u know the transacted price?
East Lover
06-07-11, 09:57
Frankly speaking. Tropica is a gem. Layout of units are very good. No wastage of space. It has very nice landscaping. Nice pools, a lot of greens and very windy too. The shop sell very nice curry chicken too. Fall in love with one of the unit there.
you want to exchange with your waterfront wave or AQBP unit?
you see my emoticon lo.. :D
So fast?? I did not even see it on guru... I kaypoh - do u know the transacted price?
Addition. :)
you want to exchange with your waterfront wave or AQBP unit?
I add 2 more to make it 3...:D :D :D
you see my emoticon lo.. :D
Wen u see the caveat u will know how deep pocketed buyers are. :p
I add 2 more to make it 3...:D :D :D
bro, this unit is really worth the $$$ spent.
The buyer just need to bring in their suitcase.
Wen u see the caveat u will know how deep pocketed buyers are. :p
Ya i tot u were the deep pocketed buyer :D
bro, this unit is really worth the $$$ spent.
The buyer just need to bring in their suitcase.
More units transacted in block 51. This is getting interesting.
Did we break 1 mio for the 3 bedder units.
Ya i tot u were the deep pocketed buyer :D
East Lover
09-07-11, 11:53
More units transacted in block 51. This is getting interesting.
Did we break 1 mio for the 3 bedder units.
blk 55 high floor transacted at 1.05 mil recently...
I was away for a few weeks...never expected 55 high floor to break the records.
The EC near our condo seems to be all set to launch soon. More developments will push the prices up further.
blk 55 high floor transacted at 1.05 mil recently...
devilplate
09-07-11, 12:53
I was away for a few weeks...never expected 55 high floor to break the records.
The EC near our condo seems to be all set to launch soon. More developments will push the prices up further.
How does ec help to push up prices?
Yes we did, we will see the premium difference between blk 51 and the rest soon. :scared-4:
More units transacted in block 51. This is getting interesting.
Did we break 1 mio for the 3 bedder units.
I know some folks viewing newly launched condos around the reservoir casually view Tropica and end up buying here at record prices.
How does ec help to push up prices?
iwantgizmos
09-07-11, 20:58
problem with this area is the number of concurrent development going on at the moment... adjacent and opposite having construction sites, never ending noise... currently having bad traffic, lorries driving past everyday, having only one main road connecting to expressway, drones of students at bus-stop going to various schools near it's vicinity...
i have encountered this sometimes when sending my kid to school there...
hmmm... total chaos in the morning...
devilplate
09-07-11, 21:55
I know some folks viewing newly launched condos around the reservoir casually view Tropica and end up buying here at record prices.
But ec price is lower
linchong84
09-07-11, 22:12
I know some folks viewing newly launched condos around the reservoir casually view Tropica and end up buying here at record prices.
Now still alright.. But it is 11 years old already right? 5 years later, all the other reservoir developments (feo waterfront, waterview) should be much more popular due to lease and age.. esp after downtown line is up in 2017 and feo waterfront projects enjoy both mrt and reservoir.. So tropica good/average times can last another 3-5 years only..
Tropica is within 1km of st hilda's and 1km from uwc, 5 years later will still be unless the schools move.
Bro ken9170 has aqbp and wfw, yet he was mesmerised by a tropica premium unit to stay. I have clearwater but chose to stay in tropica. These speak for themselves, and buyers are starting to discover why. :D
Now still alright.. But it is 11 years old already right? 5 years later, all the other reservoir developments (feo waterfront, waterview) should be much more popular due to lease and age.. esp after downtown line is up in 2017 and feo waterfront projects enjoy both mrt and reservoir.. So tropica good/average times can last another 3-5 years only..
linchong84
10-07-11, 09:39
Tropica is within 1km of st hilda's and 1km from uwc, 5 years later will still be unless the schools move.
Only 2 blocks are within 1km from st hilda right? Then the rest how? Next time, the 2 ECs in tamp will also be within 1km.. Esp the Sim Lian MRT EC, cos it will be 1km from st hilda and poi ching, and walkable to MRT.. I think eventually that EC will become the hottest condo in tampines, outshining all other private condos.. it's rather strange government chose to tender it out as an EC site while leaving the fringes of tampines to the pte condos.. I thought it should have been the other way round.. But ok lah, they have 8 more years before they can be sold to the public..
Ya but those are ecs, and launch so expensive takes 3 years to build 8 years to sell to singaporeans 13 years to sell to foreigners.
I rather top up abit buy waterview :p
Only 2 blocks are within 1km from st hilda right? Then the rest how? Next time, the 2 ECs in tamp will also be within 1km.. Esp the Sim Lian MRT EC, cos it will be 1km from st hilda and poi ching, and walkable to MRT.. I think eventually that EC will become the hottest condo in tampines, outshining all other private condos.. it's rather strange government chose to tender it out as an EC site while leaving the fringes of tampines to the pte condos.. I thought it should have been the other way round.. But ok lah, they have 8 more years before they can be sold to the public..
I agree to Bro McKinnon's comments. The feeling of being in Tropica is different. I have viewed the waterfront series and other condos and I am still not convinced that it beats the Tropica feeling. The condo is very well maintained and age in terms of years is secondary, atleast for now. By the time the EC is built and out in the open market, its easily another 12 more years. The reservoir view without traffice noise is stunning. The MRT access is already factored in the psf buyers paid for waterfront series, which they will enjoy 7 years from now.
Now still alright.. But it is 11 years old already right? 5 years later, all the other reservoir developments (feo waterfront, waterview) should be much more popular due to lease and age.. esp after downtown line is up in 2017 and feo waterfront projects enjoy both mrt and reservoir.. So tropica good/average times can last another 3-5 years only..
Not true for most WFW buyers (excluding sub-sales) who bot at 600++psf only. :)
I agree to Bro McKinnon's comments. The feeling of being in Tropica is different. I have viewed the waterfront series and other condos and I am still not convinced that it beats the Tropica feeling. The condo is very well maintained and age in terms of years is secondary, atleast for now. By the time the EC is built and out in the open market, its easily another 12 more years. The reservoir view without traffice noise is stunning. The MRT access is already factored in the psf buyers paid for waterfront series, which they will enjoy 7 years from now.
Agree Bro. That was when they bought their units much much earlier before MRT was announced. I am talking about current market. Dont think anyone will be willing to let go at that psf now. I wish I had bought one at that time.. ;)
Not true for most WFW buyers (excluding sub-sales) who bot at 600++psf only. :)
ya, wfw at 600+psf was a star star star buy.
considering soft living attributes, i chose tropica. costa del sol comes a very close 2nd as the bedrooms are tiny. :D
anyway, will take a look at wfw and vw when they top coz i need to see and feel before buying. :p
Not true for most WFW buyers (excluding sub-sales) who bot at 600++psf only. :)
linchong84
10-07-11, 10:24
Ya but those are ecs, and launch so expensive takes 3 years to build 8 years to sell to singaporeans 13 years to sell to foreigners.
I rather top up abit buy waterview :p
I don't mean buy now.. They got income ceiling, many people cant buy.. I mean 8 years later.. Honestly i suspect by then not many people will choose to buy tropica/waterview over the Tamp central EC.. Of course there will be a few who like reservoir facing, but how many stacks are facing reservoir? Then the rest of the stacks eat grass meh? And how many people prefer reservoir over MRT? But the feo waterfront offer both, something that waterview/tropica didn't manage to.. MRT sites are always hot and hold a premium in pricing due to the convenience they provide so i think the feo ones and the tamp central ec will eventually prove very strong competitors for waterview/tropica..
I personally thought that tamp central EC's location is really quite good lah.. A bit wasted to be an EC.. If PC, definitely at least 1.2-1.4k psf..
bro, Tropica has very nice landscaping. Even the pathway/jogging track is so greenery. :D
ya, wfw at 600+psf was a star star star buy.
considering soft living attributes, i chose tropica. costa del sol comes a very close 2nd as the bedrooms are tiny. :D
anyway, will take a look at wfw and vw when they top coz i need to see and feel before buying. :p
I did drop some hint MRT will be there..but no one believe...no one think our gov will build a station so close to private development.
Agree Bro. That was when they bought their units much much earlier before MRT was announced. I am talking about current market. Dont think anyone will be willing to let go at that psf now. I wish I had bought one at that time.. ;)
skyscrapercity pinpointed one at each end of the park, which was why i bot clearwater juz b4 mrt announced. :D
those guys are good!
I did drop some hint MRT will be there..but no one believe...no one think our gov will build a station so close to private development.
Bro, no MRT near EC. Personally 8 years is too far for me. Expat buyers can only buy after 13 years. More new condos may come up beside the EC. Things may change by that time.
And you never know WP will get a MRT due to all the new condos near this side of reservoir and Tropica may go enbloc by then (big dreams...just kidding...:D ).
I don't mean buy now.. They got income ceiling, many people cant buy.. I mean 8 years later.. Honestly i suspect by then not many people will choose to buy tropica/waterview over the Tamp central EC.. Of course there will be a few who like reservoir facing, but how many stacks are facing reservoir? Then the rest of the stacks eat grass meh? And how many people prefer reservoir over MRT? But the feo waterfront offer both, something that waterview/tropica didn't manage to.. MRT sites are always hot and hold a premium in pricing due to the convenience they provide so i think the feo ones and the tamp central ec will eventually prove very strong competitors for waterview/tropica..
I personally thought that tamp central EC's location is really quite good lah.. A bit wasted to be an EC.. If PC, definitely at least 1.2-1.4k psf..
Clearwater is a good choice..much bigger units compared to other condos on that side of reservoir. Also got future MRT, makan and iecon minimart.:cool:
skyscrapercity pinpointed one at each end of the park, which was why i bot clearwater juz b4 mrt announced. :D
those guys are good!
bro u are comparing hard attributes to sell for profits while most buyers consider soft attributes for long term living w their family.
costa del sol oso boh mrt boh mall yet prices keep climbing.
property for own stay are emotional buys thats why i can only buy when i see and my emotions kick in :D
I don't mean buy now.. They got income ceiling, many people cant buy.. I mean 8 years later.. Honestly i suspect by then not many people will choose to buy tropica/waterview over the Tamp central EC.. Of course there will be a few who like reservoir facing, but how many stacks are facing reservoir? Then the rest of the stacks eat grass meh? And how many people prefer reservoir over MRT? But the feo waterfront offer both, something that waterview/tropica didn't manage to.. MRT sites are always hot and hold a premium in pricing due to the convenience they provide so i think the feo ones and the tamp central ec will eventually prove very strong competitors for waterview/tropica..
I personally thought that tamp central EC's location is really quite good lah.. A bit wasted to be an EC.. If PC, definitely at least 1.2-1.4k psf..
eh, how come u know?
i only knew wen i went looking for makan while waiting for tenant. :D
Clearwater is a good choice..much bigger units compared to other condos on that side of reservoir. Also got future MRT, makan and iecon minimart.:cool:
linchong84
10-07-11, 11:18
Bro, no MRT near EC. Personally 8 years is too far for me. Expat buyers can only buy after 13 years. More new condos may come up beside the EC. Things may change by that time.
And you never know WP will get a MRT due to all the new condos near this side of reservoir and Tropica may go enbloc by then (big dreams...just kidding...:D ).
Have ma.. I'm talking about the Sim lian EC in Tamp Central 7, not the hoi hup one in ave 8.. ECs need not wait for 10 year privatisation one, they seem to have more than adequate resale demand than PCs.. I read one article last month that published figures showed EC resale volume (as a % of their total number) is higher than private condos.. Tamp central area has no more residential sites liao, unless they do SERS and screw some HDB owners there hahaha!
Anyway, my cousin in law bought a place in tropica last year too.. went to her house many times already cos my spouse is very close to her.. even though it is already 11 years old, the environment and upkeeping is indeed quite good..
linchong84
10-07-11, 11:20
bro u are comparing hard attributes to sell for profits while most buyers consider soft attributes for long term living w their family.
costa del sol oso boh mrt boh mall yet prices keep climbing.
property for own stay are emotional buys thats why i can only buy when i see and my emotions kick in :D
Agree! For self stay, most impt thing is the buyer must like.. Investment value is secondary..
anyway dun worry abt tropica price dropping.
from wat i know the recent buys are by expats w deep pockets and no salary cap one.
and tropica cheonging faster than my clearwater, should not have sold my other tropica :doh:
Agree! For self stay, most impt thing is the buyer must like.. Investment value is secondary..
Ah..I thought you referring to the one on ave 8. The Sim lian EC is a different class already. ;)
For EC, can sell to Singaporean or PR after 5 years and foreigners after 10 years. Has the rule changed now.
Have ma.. I'm talking about the Sim lian EC in Tamp Central 7, not the hoi hup one in ave 8.. ECs need not wait for 10 year privatisation one, they seem to have more than adequate resale demand than PCs.. I read one article last month that published figures showed EC resale volume (as a % of their total number) is higher than private condos.. Tamp central area has no more residential sites liao, unless they do SERS and screw some HDB owners there hahaha!
Anyway, my cousin in law bought a place in tropica last year too.. went to her house many times already cos my spouse is very close to her.. even though it is already 11 years old, the environment and upkeeping is indeed quite good..
the one opposite us is Arc by hoi hup, while the other is centrale 8 by sim lian.
Ah..I thought you referring to the one on ave 8. The Sim lian EC is a different class already. ;)
For EC, can sell to Singaporean or PR after 5 years and foreigners after 10 years. Has the rule changed now.
linchong84
10-07-11, 11:35
Ah..I thought you referring to the one on ave 8. The Sim lian EC is a different class already. ;)
For EC, can sell to Singaporean or PR after 5 years and foreigners after 10 years. Has the rule changed now.
I think no change.. I meant singaporeans+PRs market big and adequate enough for EC resale volume already..
Anyway i have nothing against tropica lah, if not i would have advised my cousin in law not to buy it last year.. I'm just estimating what the situation might be like in future..
aqbp landscaping oso very nice.
and i get to check out wfw when your place is ready!! :D
bro, Tropica has very nice landscaping. Even the pathway/jogging track is so greenery. :D
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