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zeamybro

15-06-13, 12:30

I thought some fellow bros and sis in waterbank might be keen to know .....

Received updates from agents that a low floor 1br and a 3rd floor 1+1 have jus been rented out at 3.3k and 3.5k respectively, both partially furnished. There are a few grps of ready tenants but remaining owners are all asking 3.5k for 1br and 3.8-4k for 1+1

I need to re- emphasize, updates are from agents .... But no harm using the figures as benchmarks

sunboy77

15-06-13, 13:01

Acalyposeisdonian

15-06-13, 17:55

$4k? Why would I not rent an unit at Sail at Marina at such a price?

Because I do not want a 250sqft studio?;)

sunboy77

15-06-13, 20:43

Because I do not want a 250sqft studio?;)

Erm.... Are you sure we are referring to the same Sail? :scared-5:

Rosy

15-06-13, 22:13

$4k? Why would I not rent an unit at Sail at Marina at such a price?
I heard The Sail is not well maintained.

thomastansb

16-06-13, 01:10

No condo is well maintained in Singapore la...

Btw, Sail avg rental around 4.5k. So waterbank 3.5 to 3.8k is reasonable...

I heard The Sail is not well maintained.

Acalyposeisdonian

16-06-13, 01:57

Erm.... Are you sure we are referring to the same Sail? :scared-5:

http://www.propertyguru.com.sg/listing/14608310/for-rent-the-sail-marina-bay:confused:

sunboy77

16-06-13, 02:54

http://www.propertyguru.com.sg/listing/14608310/for-rent-the-sail-marina-bay:confused:
Aiyo!!!

Haha I think typo error la.

Ok agree $3.8k plus/minus is reasonable.

Rosy

16-06-13, 10:32

According to ura, there are indeed some 1bedder at The Sail rented out for as low as 4k. However, some rented out above 5k. So average rental could be 4.5-4.8k.

smallant

16-06-13, 12:24

If use south bank or city lights rental as guide, 1 Bdrm Waterbank will command 3.5-3.8k !!!
Waterbank owners can go bank every month!!
;-)

thomastansb

16-06-13, 12:54

Usually, city fringe condo with MRT can fetch > 3.5k rental one. Waterbank is considered as one of the closer to city condo. In fact, there are not a lot of studio with MRT and yet, near to city.

Southbank, citylights, waterbank, Dorsett residences, ?????

If use south bank or city lights rental as guide, 1 Bdrm Waterbank will command 3.5-3.8k !!!
Waterbank owners can go bank every month!!
;-)

East Lover

16-06-13, 16:39

Many bankers are viewing water bank, because direct MRT to suntect, and tenant pool has much more ang moh than Asian, no abnn at all :D

Usually, city fringe condo with MRT can fetch > 3.5k rental one. Waterbank is considered as one of the closer to city condo. In fact, there are not a lot of studio with MRT and yet, near to city.

Southbank, citylights, waterbank, Dorsett residences, ?????

thomastansb

17-06-13, 00:21

My citylights 1+1 renewed at 4.2k. Rental is superbly strong ! I 2nd buyer already > 7% yield. 1st buyer easily 10%.

Lovelle

22-06-13, 15:42

are bros and sis here opening up the units to all agents?

Lovelle

22-06-13, 15:43

bros and sis which agent are you engaging ?

1 or 2 or many ?

Squall8888

24-06-13, 16:17

I didn't sign exclusive. Just gave my unit number and expected rental to the agents. So far, I have 6 viewings in the last 1 week and I am about to close the deal. 3.5k but still trying to negotiate for 3.6k. My asking is 3.8k though but mine is unblock stack, very high floor.

patrickchng

24-06-13, 16:59

How is the resale market over at waterbank? Alot of agents at waterbank.

Lovelle

24-06-13, 19:13

[QUOTE=Squall8888]I didn't sign exclusive. Just gave my unit number and expected rental to the agents. So far, I have 6 viewings in the last 1 week and I am about to close the deal. 3.5k but still trying to negotiate for 3.6k. My asking is 3.8k though but mine is unblock stack, very high floor.[/QUOTE

Is this a 1+1 unit?

Music_pillow

24-06-13, 22:36

Anyone moving in soon?

Music_pillow

25-06-13, 10:42

Anyone moving in soon?

zeamybro

25-06-13, 21:51

Anyone moving in soon?

Think I saw some occupants already.. Hanging laundry at the balcony... Last week even got a PRC uncle started swimming in the pool, but I think mgmt has since closed the pool. Gym also v dirty not in usable condition yet.

Lovelle

25-06-13, 23:00

All the 2 bedders rental holding well at 4500 and 1 bedder holding at 3500

Squall8888

25-06-13, 23:52

Mine is a studio. Now waiting for the company to issue deposit cheque and first month rental to me. 3.5k.

[QUOTE=Squall8888]I didn't sign exclusive. Just gave my unit number and expected rental to the agents. So far, I have 6 viewings in the last 1 week and I am about to close the deal. 3.5k but still trying to negotiate for 3.6k. My asking is 3.8k though but mine is unblock stack, very high floor.[/QUOTE

Is this a 1+1 unit?

Lovelle

26-06-13, 09:19

Mine is a studio. Now waiting for the company to issue deposit cheque and first month rental to me. 3.5k.

congrats !!

[QUOTE=Lovelle]

Lovelle

26-06-13, 14:19

Many bankers are viewing water bank, because direct MRT to suntect, and tenant pool has much more ang moh than Asian, no abnn at all :D

sis ur pm is full

Clin

26-06-13, 14:30

hi everyone

just saying hi..picked up keys a week ago but have been quietly following the threads for some time now :)

:cheers4:

stpocs

26-06-13, 14:36

[QUOTE=Squall8888]Mine is a studio. Now waiting for the company to issue deposit cheque and first month rental to me. 3.5k.

Congrats:cheers4:

East Lover

26-06-13, 14:50

sis ur pm is full
just cleared one. 49 now...

any idea can increase the storage of PM? :D

Clin

27-06-13, 09:25

just curious if any first time owners who took up the UOB preferential rate at time of purchase did refinancing upon TOP?

Rate upon TOP is 1.35 + SOR 3 mths
Rate for refinancing AFAIK is 1.1 + SIBOR 3 mths (but with additional lock in tenure)

Lovelle

27-06-13, 10:44

ecimbew

27-06-13, 10:57

[Dated: 8th April 2010]
Land cost - $508 psf ppr
Construction cost - about $222 psf ppr
Profit based on avg $1150 selling price - >50% :scared-1:

You be the judge...

And where is greenhorn now? :doh:

chincm

27-06-13, 13:40

[QUOTE=Squall8888]Mine is a studio. Now waiting for the company to issue deposit cheque and first month rental to me. 3.5k.

Congrats:cheers4:

Looks like rental mkt still strong. How can condo prices move down with such high demand?

Lovelle

27-06-13, 14:36

[QUOTE=stpocs]

Looks like rental mkt still strong. How can condo prices move down with such high demand?

Yea , another lower floor unit (3rd level) closed at 3400.:cheers4: :cheers4: :cheers4: :cheers4: :cheers4:

thomastansb

27-06-13, 15:00

Don't be surprised. Prices is based on sentiment. Not on fundamentals.

[quote=stpocs]

Looks like rental mkt still strong. How can condo prices move down with such high demand?

heroes

27-06-13, 15:06

[quote=chincm]

Yea , another lower floor unit (3rd level) closed at 3400.:cheers4: :cheers4: :cheers4: :cheers4: :cheers4:

wow almost same price with the mezzo 2 br :scared-5: the power of mrt ??

Lovelle

27-06-13, 15:10

still far from citylights studio $3800 - $4500

Clin

27-06-13, 17:10

[QUOTE=chincm]

Yea , another lower floor unit (3rd level) closed at 3400.:cheers4: :cheers4: :cheers4: :cheers4: :cheers4:

is this studio or 1+1 ?

Lovelle

28-06-13, 14:57

A studio unit

Squall8888

28-06-13, 15:45

Citylights average 3.7k only for the past 3 months.

So I believe Waterbank can average that kind of rental as well.

CITYLIGHTS JELLICOE ROAD 08 Non-landed Properties 1 3,700 500 to 600 Apr-13
CITYLIGHTS JELLICOE ROAD 08 Non-landed Properties 1 3,700 500 to 600 Apr-13
CITYLIGHTS JELLICOE ROAD 08 Non-landed Properties 1 3,500 500 to 600 May-13
CITYLIGHTS JELLICOE ROAD 08 Non-landed Properties 1 4,000 500 to 600 Apr-13
CITYLIGHTS JELLICOE ROAD 08 Non-landed Properties 1 3,600 500 to 600 Mar-13
CITYLIGHTS JELLICOE ROAD 08 Non-landed Properties 1 4,000 500 to 600 Apr-13
CITYLIGHTS JELLICOE ROAD 08 Non-landed Properties 1 3,200 500 to 600 May-13
CITYLIGHTS JELLICOE ROAD 08 Non-landed Properties 1 3,500 500 to 600 Mar-13
CITYLIGHTS JELLICOE ROAD 08 Non-landed Properties 1 4,000 500 to 600 Mar-13
CITYLIGHTS JELLICOE ROAD 08 Non-landed Properties 1 3,400 500 to 600 Apr-13
CITYLIGHTS JELLICOE ROAD 08 Non-landed Properties 1 3,900 500 to 600 Mar-13
CITYLIGHTS JELLICOE ROAD 08 Non-landed Properties 1 4,000 500 to 600 Apr-13
CITYLIGHTS JELLICOE ROAD 08 Non-landed Properties 1 3,500 500 to 600 Apr-13
CITYLIGHTS JELLICOE ROAD 08 Non-landed Properties 1 4,200 500 to 600 Apr-13

still far from citylights studio $3800 - $4500

Squall8888

28-06-13, 15:47

Southbank also around the same. So I believe a fair rental for WB studio will be around 3.5 to 3.8k in 6 months time.

SOUTHBANK NORTH BRIDGE ROAD 07 Non-landed Properties 1 3,875 500 to 600 May-13
SOUTHBANK NORTH BRIDGE ROAD 07 Non-landed Properties 1 3,600 500 to 600 Feb-13
SOUTHBANK NORTH BRIDGE ROAD 07 Non-landed Properties 1 3,500 500 to 600 Jan-13
SOUTHBANK NORTH BRIDGE ROAD 07 Non-landed Properties 1 3,700 600 to 700 Feb-13

East Lover

28-06-13, 16:45

Agreed with you, 3.5 to 3.8k is reasonable price for WB 1-bedder.

By the way, Studio is not proper 1-bedder right? :D WB one is a proper 1-bedder ;)

Southbank also around the same. So I believe a fair rental for WB studio will be around 3.5 to 3.8k in 6 months time.

SOUTHBANK NORTH BRIDGE ROAD 07 Non-landed Properties 1 3,875 500 to 600 May-13
SOUTHBANK NORTH BRIDGE ROAD 07 Non-landed Properties 1 3,600 500 to 600 Feb-13
SOUTHBANK NORTH BRIDGE ROAD 07 Non-landed Properties 1 3,500 500 to 600 Jan-13
SOUTHBANK NORTH BRIDGE ROAD 07 Non-landed Properties 1 3,700 600 to 700 Feb-13

Squall8888

02-07-13, 17:03

I am not sure. To me, studio is a one bedder. Unless it is those 300 sq ft bedroom cum living room cum dining room. Not livable if you ask me.

Agreed with you, 3.5 to 3.8k is reasonable price for WB 1-bedder.

By the way, Studio is not proper 1-bedder right? :D WB one is a proper 1-bedder ;)

Music_pillow

05-07-13, 08:17

I'm moving in this wk... Looking fwd to meeting fellow waterbankers... Just thought I'll share some of my renovation ideas esp for 1+study units considering our units are fairly tiny...

Lovelle

05-07-13, 10:06

congrats music_pillow.

I will take a while. I like to take it slow and easy

maisonjai

05-07-13, 10:10

Finally, collecting keys soon, M Pillow already moving in.:o
Looking at the pptyguru listing, i wonder how many bought for own stay?

Music_pillow

05-07-13, 11:23

My neighbors, the other 2 units on my floor moved in last wk! So now our level 3 out of 4 units occupied... Looks like a handful bought for investment becos the place is still fairly empty...

zeamybro

05-07-13, 11:32

Congrats music pillow. Will we hear your pillow playing music at night after you have moved in?

I see that the bigger units are mostly for own stay while the smaller ones are for rental. So far I get to know a few neighbours (3br and 4br) who buy for own stay, while 2 other studios and 1+1 are for rental

zeamybro

05-07-13, 18:39

Met a jap single lady at wb offering 4k for 1+1 unit.... too bad I m not ready to rent out yet

Weel

06-07-13, 09:02

I'm moving in this wk... Looking fwd to meeting fellow waterbankers... Just thought I'll share some of my renovation ideas esp for 1+study units considering our units are fairly tiny...

Can I enquire what material u used to mount the shelfs at the shower cubby hole ie glass, acrylic, wood etc? Was it drill thru the wall? Was told by my ID that he is afraid to drill thru the walls at the shower Area as pipes maybe behind them even though the plan says no. Not sure if he's being kiasu or otherwise

Acalyposeisdonian

06-07-13, 12:49

The correction work by the developer main contractor is very slow.. got the key at 19 jun. Inspection at 26th June. they haven't started anything and I had lotsa rectification to be done..the lady told me they can handover back to me on 10th July?!

I can't start anything because my flooring and walls has many defects....:scared-3:

Music_pillow

06-07-13, 18:44

Can I enquire what material u used to mount the shelfs at the shower cubby hole ie glass, acrylic, wood etc? Was it drill thru the wall? Was told by my ID that he is afraid to drill thru the walls at the shower Area as pipes maybe behind them even though the plan says no. Not sure if he's being kiasu or otherwise

Yah a few of the IDs were scared to create the shelves.... Andrew did everything for me... It's the same colour tile as what developer used, n he drilled to fix it to make sure it is strong enough to hold bottles of shampoos etc.
I also had a custom made concealed dining table in the kitchen.

buckwheat

06-07-13, 19:36

Yah a few of the IDs were scared to create the shelves.... Andrew did everything for me... It's the same colour tile as what developer used, n he drilled to fix it to make sure it is strong enough to hold bottles of shampoos etc.
I also had a custom made concealed dining table in the kitchen.

Can share the photo of the concealed dining table?

Lovelle

07-07-13, 17:29

Met a jap single lady at wb offering 4k for 1+1 unit.... too bad I m not ready to rent out yet

many 2 bedder was rented out at 4k only. maybe its a 2 bedder ?

zeamybro

07-07-13, 19:09

many 2 bedder was rented out at 4k only. maybe its a 2 bedder ?

The facings for 1+1 are more superior than the 2brs, I guess that's probably why, esp to those with the budget to pay more

Music_pillow

07-07-13, 21:04

Can share the photo of the concealed dining table?
Having prob trying to upload photo... U wanna PM me?

Lovelle

07-07-13, 22:14

The facings for 1+1 are more superior than the 2brs, I guess that's probably why, esp to those with the budget to pay more

Was told 1+1 was doin 3500-3800.

zeamybro

07-07-13, 23:13

Was told 1+1 was doin 3500-3800.

Yeps I think it should be around there .... I heard not much supply already cos mostly taken up

Weel

08-07-13, 13:37

Music_pillow

10-07-13, 21:36

Anyone has any idea if wall in MBR is strong enough for wall mount TV? The installers from Samsung came n advised that because its a partition wall rather than concrete wall, may not be suitable for wall mount TV. Spoke to management office n they had no clue too.

zeamybro

17-07-13, 19:53

Heard that the latest transaction for a 1+1 is at 3.7k, partial furnished. Most are around 3.5-3.6k.

Lovelle

17-07-13, 20:06

835,000 484 Strata 06 to 10 1,724

just lodged

DC33_2008

17-07-13, 21:04

I thought it should be higher.
Heard that the latest transaction for a 1+1 is at 3.7k, partial furnished. Most are around 3.5-3.6k.

Lovelle

17-07-13, 21:11

I thought it should be higher.

they have a 2 bedder which is doing above $4k

zeamybro

17-07-13, 22:56

I thought it should be higher.

Dc bro... 3.7k is is for partial furnish... Full furnish shld be higher...

Lovelle - yea, I heard most 2brs are fetching at least 4k and above... 3brs so far no news, but should be in the 5+k range?

Lovelle

18-07-13, 10:37

Acalyposeisdonian

18-07-13, 16:01

a rough guide

Price: S$ 3,000 / month Guide Price
Price (psf): S$ 6.20 psf (built-up)
Floor Area: 484 sqft / 44.96 sqm (built-up)

Price: S$ 3,500 / month Guide Price
Price (psf): S$ 5.61 psf (built-up)
Floor Area: 624 sqft / 57.97 sqm (built-up)

I heard a low floor 1br 484 rented out at $3,500. High floor unfurnished unblock rented at 3,600. All hear from tenants mouth, I moved in already.. that's why..:D

Lovelle

18-07-13, 16:41

I heard a low floor 1br 484 rented out at $3,500. High floor unfurnished unblock rented at 3,600. All hear from tenants mouth, I moved in already.. that's why..:D

wow, do you know which unit is this low floor lucky fellow?

maisonjai

19-07-13, 11:46

http://i1029.photobucket.com/albums/y358/maisonjai/aIMG_7889_zps5902e2cf.jpg

http://i1029.photobucket.com/albums/y358/maisonjai/aIMG_7901_zpsbcf1e73f.jpg

http://i1029.photobucket.com/albums/y358/maisonjai/aIMG_7900_zpsb15f699c.jpg

http://i1029.photobucket.com/albums/y358/maisonjai/aIMG_7905_zps24f0cb0b.jpg

http://i1029.photobucket.com/albums/y358/maisonjai/aIMG_7906_zpsd460707b.jpg

Lovelle

19-07-13, 12:55

nice, are you on stack 6?

Lovelle

19-07-13, 15:23

does anyone know the contact for the grill contractor ?

maisonjai

19-07-13, 16:17

Taken from stack 1,2,11.

For grilles, go to the lift & pick up one of those flyers pasted all over lift. :D

Lovelle

19-07-13, 16:23

Taken from stack 1,2,11.

For grilles, go to the lift & pick up one of those flyers pasted all over lift. :D

you got so many units. envy leh

can't wait to move in. there is roller blind and grill template given by developer, less headache for us yeah

maisonjai

19-07-13, 17:08

you got so many units. envy leh...

:scared-5: :scared-5: I not so loaded leh, if only Bank我的 then it's possible. haha.
Can't wait for 9 Aug.

DC33_2008

19-07-13, 21:12

I thought 2 bedder should be closer to $5k partial furnish?
they have a 2 bedder which is doing above $4k

DC33_2008

19-07-13, 21:14

Can see sister development Southbank from here. http://i1029.photobucket.com/albums/y358/maisonjai/aIMG_7889_zps5902e2cf.jpg

Lovelle

19-07-13, 22:07

I thought 2 bedder should be closer to $5k partial furnish?

2 bdder doing between $4k-$4500. 3 bddr rented at $5500

zeamybro

19-07-13, 22:54

Can see sister development Southbank from here. http://i1029.photobucket.com/albums/y358/maisonjai/aIMG_7889_zps5902e2cf.jpg

Eh think these are all the Meyer condos leh, who were once in the limelight in the 80/90s... Before the tanjong rhu condos...all very lawa ones....

Acalyposeisdonian

20-07-13, 10:04

2 bdder doing between $4k-$4500. 3 bddr rented at $5500

Lovelle, you sound like an agent...:D

Lovelle

20-07-13, 10:24

Haha, i only kepoh from neighbours and tenants.

Squall8888

01-08-13, 09:35

Hello everybody,

Taken from my friends unit facing ECP. Fantastic view. Her unit on a very high floor. Layout is solid as well. One is hers, one is her cousin.

http://i44.tinypic.com/30kpxcp.jpg

http://i42.tinypic.com/2hxr2bt.jpg

Weel

02-08-13, 12:43

Hi bro Squall, that pic should be taken from block 84, dual key?
I'm guessing.

thomastansb

02-08-13, 12:55

Very nice view! Hard to find something like this in Singapore nowadays.

darius

10-08-13, 16:57

Very nice view! Hard to find something like this in Singapore nowadays.
any serious sellers for lower floors, canal facing? asking price psf?

Squall8888

11-08-13, 00:48

I heard from my agent a low floor 1+1 was transacted around 1.06M and a high floor 1+1 was transacted around 1.14M. Not sure if the agent got smoke me or not. If not, then WB is close to 2k liao.

any serious sellers for lower floors, canal facing? asking price psf?

Lovelle

11-08-13, 06:26

I heard from my agent a low floor 1+1 was transacted around 1.06M and a high floor 1+1 was transacted around 1.14M. Not sure if the agent got smoke me or not. If not, then WB is close to 2k liao.

624 STRATA 1,762 1,100,000

surpassed 1.06m since Jun

Squall8888

12-08-13, 22:43

I mean low floor 1.06M. High floor 1.14M.

This 1.1M is high floor.

624 STRATA 1,762 1,100,000

surpassed 1.06m since Jun

SQ008

12-08-13, 23:32

Such a beautiful view.

thomastansb

13-08-13, 00:19

Ya, it has a fantastic view. All landed so should be quite safe for the next 20 years. I don't think will have en bloc unless the plot ratio is increased.

Such a beautiful view.

Squall8888

16-08-13, 13:01

A new high for WB. $1,823 psf for a mid floor 1+1.

WATERBANK AT DAKOTA DAKOTA CRESCENT Condominium 14 RCR 99 yrs lease commencing from 2009 1 1,138,000 624 Strata 06 to 10 1,823 Aug-13

Taurusboy

19-08-13, 11:19

Wow so high!

Can surely hit $1900 by end of this year?

A new high for WB. $1,823 psf for a mid floor 1+1.

WATERBANK AT DAKOTA DAKOTA CRESCENT Condominium 14 RCR 99 yrs lease commencing from 2009 1 1,138,000 624 Strata 06 to 10 1,823 Aug-13

thomastansb

19-08-13, 13:49

Wow... Stunning. But the location is not bad. Got MRT, near many amenities like east coast, sports hub, suntec etc.. Nowadays, OCR also hitting 1.8k psf liao. Like eCO, Urban vista, J gateway. I rather buy resale near city with MRT and still can collect 3 to 4 years rental.

phantom_opera

19-08-13, 15:41

wow my target for OCR is met .. but Waterbank is probably RCR ;)

thomastansb

19-08-13, 16:24

Think should be RCR. 1 nicoll highway from suntec only.

wow my target for OCR is met .. but Waterbank is probably RCR ;)

Taurusboy

19-08-13, 16:48

What is "RCR"?

wow my target for OCR is met .. but Waterbank is probably RCR ;)

thomastansb

20-08-13, 00:10

Rest of core region. Or city fringe.

What is "RCR"?

Lovelle

22-08-13, 21:58

this place is very windy and quiet at nite. It's really lovely

Squall8888

22-08-13, 22:17

Yup, the place is super windy and quiet. With the exception of planes flying sometimes in the evening. My tenant sometimes complain a bit about the planes to me but not a big issue to her.

this place is very windy and quiet at nite. It's really lovely

Lovelle

22-08-13, 22:41

Yup, the place is super windy and quiet. With the exception of planes flying sometimes in the evening. My tenant sometimes complain a bit about the planes to me but not a big issue to her.

yea, the fighter jet n is the noisiest.

lately didn see many agents around. i guess current people are mainly owner occupier

zeamybro

22-08-13, 23:19

Ya, I have only turned on my aircon once (which was the day 1 I got my keys), subsequently just need to open a small gap at the balcony door and I can feel the breeze.

Weekday morning can be quite noisy .. With kids noise from opp Pre-sch.. But weekend morn and weekday eve are very nice... Esp listening to chirpings of birds alongside the rustling of leaves on the 2 giangantic trees

Squall8888

23-08-13, 11:20

It is a nice place to stay actually. 3 days ago, it was so windy. I open my sis main door using those door gap sponge and open a bit of the balcony. Those insecure papers are literally flying around in the house. It was so windy. But it was going to rain liao so that is the main reason I guess. But even normal days, it is quite windy. But her unit is facing ECP and high floor.

Lovelle

29-08-13, 09:26

i am heard soft horn noise at nite. Sounds like ship horn.

anyone notice ?

astroboy8681

29-08-13, 11:11

i am heard soft horn noise at nite. Sounds like ship horn.

anyone notice ?

spot on if you are south facing... there are many ships anchored at eastern anchorage and horn are usually heard at night to warn of other ship's close proximity...

you must be enjoying the gust of wind :D

Taurusboy

29-08-13, 13:49

Oh... which units face south? I am at 1+1 facing the river, but have not heard the horns before.... I think my unit is facing south-east?

spot on if you are south facing... there are many ships anchored at eastern anchorage and horn are usually heard at night to warn of other ship's close proximity...

you must be enjoying the gust of wind :D

Lovelle

29-08-13, 14:16

i am near to block 82 . Those blocks nearer to the other end (chung cheng school) are quieter so can hear ship horns from the sea.

Acalyposeisdonian

08-09-13, 16:29

Weel

08-09-13, 16:42

Hi do you guys have the same problem of super small refute chute, fruit flies everywhere, dirty window outer latch and area.. Plus I realised my electrical circuits are all in serials.. My electrician told me this is highly not recommended..

Oh ya, i had gas leak from ferroli even after rectification.. Headache.

Could u elaborate on what u mean by circuits in serials. Sorry I layman but interested/worried by what u said. Yes the chute is super small n what's even worst is that we are being charged sgd15 per mth by sembcorp in our singapore power bill for this kind of refuse collection which I don't understand why is not included in our quarterly conservancy chg??????

Squall8888

08-09-13, 17:59

I have been complaining to the management but they seems to be happy to be status quo. That is the impression that I get. My tenant has been complaining to me as well because he can't even throw anything that is bigger than a milk carton :eek:

So people are just throwing the rubbish outside the chute or at the first floor. I am terribly disappointed with the management. I don't know what they are doing. And yes, $15 is ridiculous. The current condo that I stayed in is only $8 a month. And I have the chute right in my unit. Cheap, big and good. My sister is also fed up talking to the management. She told them the rain shelter is not sheltering her and her baby but they told her it is the design !!! Oh yeah, it is the reason that the bad design prompted her to complain, isn't it?

Could u elaborate on what u mean by circuits in serials. Sorry I layman but interested/worried by what u said. Yes the chute is super small n what's even worst is that we are being charged sgd15 per mth by sembcorp in our singapore power bill for this kind of refuse collection which I don't understand why is not included in our quarterly conservancy chg??????

zeamybro

08-09-13, 21:14

I used to to have problems with the rubbish chute too until i realise i need to pull open the chute all the way.. Then i have no issue throwing the bulkier items. But i would try my best to use the recycle bins as much as I can.

Squall8888

09-09-13, 10:37

Unfortunately, it doesn't help. There is another metal restraining the bin. Most of the time, the chute get stuck. It is the worst design ever and the highest refuse collection fee I have seen in my entire life.

I used to to have problems with the rubbish chute too until i realise i need to pull open the chute all the way.. Then i have no issue throwing the bulkier items. But i would try my best to use the recycle bins as much as I can.

Lovelle

09-09-13, 21:24

The design of the chute is such because it is to prevent the unsightly view of the surface of the chute.

i just take a long walk to the recycle bin for big items. Thats worth an exercise

maisonjai

10-09-13, 08:35

Unfortunately, it doesn't help. There is another metal restraining the bin. Most of the time, the chute get stuck. It is the worst design ever and the highest refuse collection fee I have seen in my entire life.

They should design the metal plate as a movable flap instead of a fixed position. More work for the cleaner I suppose. :banghead:

DC33_2008

10-09-13, 09:20

It is rather interesting. Can you upload the photo here?
They should design the metal plate as a movable flap instead of a fixed position. More work for the cleaner I suppose. :banghead:

Taurusboy

10-09-13, 10:52

Hmm.... does anybody know what is the disadvantage for "electrical circuits" to be all in "serials"?

Is it related to high electricity bills??

Hi do you guys have the same problem of super small refute chute, fruit flies everywhere, dirty window outer latch and area.. Plus I realised my electrical circuits are all in serials.. My electrician told me this is highly not recommended..

Oh ya, i had gas leak from ferroli even after rectification.. Headache.

Acalyposeisdonian

10-09-13, 14:27

Hmm.... does anybody know what is the disadvantage for "electrical circuits" to be all in "serials"?

Is it related to high electricity bills??

Hi both,

I will explain altogether, eh my washer, fridge, oven, hob, and many items are connected to one serial.

Which means that if you are using a dryer in the washer, with fridge turned on and baking in the oven. There is a high chance of tripping.. And it turns off everything in the circuit box. So many switches in the box but basically only one single switch for all these power points.

I hope its understandable, not very good in explaining these stuffs..

Its not like our traditional old houses, where every switch in the circuit box leads to one power point.

zeamybro

10-09-13, 15:39

Pics of the rubbish chute at waterbank... Need to pull all the way out to throw bigger items.

Besides preventing ppl from throwing bulky stuffs and to encourage recycling, the curve metal piece is also to prevent the trapping of rubbish thrown from upstairs. I recall a friend telling me she found a soiled diaper trapped at her own unit's chute when she open up one day ..lol

http://i41.tinypic.com/2hzgxnr.jpg
http://i42.tinypic.com/2ce67aa.jpg

hopeful

10-09-13, 15:44

Hi both,

I will explain altogether, eh my washer, fridge, oven, hob, and many items are connected to one serial.

Which means that if you are using a dryer in the washer, with fridge turned on and baking in the oven. There is a high chance of tripping.. And it turns off everything in the circuit box. So many switches in the box but basically only one single switch for all these power points.

I hope its understandable, not very good in explaining these stuffs..

Its not like our traditional old houses, where every switch in the circuit box leads to one power point.

have you tried flipping the circuit breakers (CB)one by one?
switch on all appliances. light, aircon.
then flip off-and-on each circuit breaker sequentially.
only a few appliances, lights etc will be affected by the CB that is off.
that is parallel circuit.

i dont think it is arrange in serial. your electrician bluff u i think.

eng81157

10-09-13, 15:55

Hmm.... does anybody know what is the disadvantage for "electrical circuits" to be all in "serials"?

Is it related to high electricity bills??

one break along any part of the chain would render the entire chain powerless

panda_bear

10-09-13, 19:35

I notice flies around the chute which some times visit my place.
And I'm not even near that corner.

East Lover

10-09-13, 19:44

Thanks my bro! You are so kind! Finally I know how to use this kind of hi-tech chute :D

Like sis lovelle, I'd rather walk a bit longer to throw into dustbin, because I felt rubbish chute itself is rather dirty :D

Pics of the rubbish chute at waterbank... Need to pull all the way out to throw bigger items.

Besides preventing ppl from throwing bulky stuffs and to encourage recycling, the curve metal piece is also to prevent the trapping of rubbish thrown from upstairs. I recall a friend telling me she found a soiled diaper trapped at her own unit's chute when she open up one day ..lol

http://i41.tinypic.com/2hzgxnr.jpg
http://i42.tinypic.com/2ce67aa.jpg

Weel

11-09-13, 13:50

Thanks my bro! You are so kind! Finally I know how to use this kind of hi-tech chute :D

Like sis lovelle, I'd rather walk a bit longer to throw into dustbin, because I felt rubbish chute itself is rather dirty :D

Not sure if I'm on the same page as you guys but for me the problem with this chute is not so much about the opening cos I'm aware that you are able to pull the whole cover out to insert bulkier rubbish but more of the fact that when you close the cover, the rubbish doesn't go down the chute and instead get stuck there i.e. remains in the chute. This is so because the "tongue" is long and therefore the gap becomes narrow and thus the rubbish can't go down. I make it a point to ensure the rubbish I throw actually goes down else the next guy who comes along will not be able to throw their rubbish. One technique I learnt is to open and close the cover many times to loosen the rubbishso it can go down easily but it doesn't always work. Never imagine that throw rubbish also rquires technique haha!!!

Squall8888

11-09-13, 16:50

It doesn't work. I can't even throw a 1.5L bottle down. It is ridiculous small but the management says there is nothing much they can do....

Very disappointing...

Pics of the rubbish chute at waterbank... Need to pull all the way out to throw bigger items.

Besides preventing ppl from throwing bulky stuffs and to encourage recycling, the curve metal piece is also to prevent the trapping of rubbish thrown from upstairs. I recall a friend telling me she found a soiled diaper trapped at her own unit's chute when she open up one day ..lol

http://i41.tinypic.com/2hzgxnr.jpg
http://i42.tinypic.com/2ce67aa.jpg

Squall8888

11-09-13, 16:51

Precisely. You throw it in, the rubbish will be stuck. Your neighbour see that it is stuck, they will just throw on the floor. Some better ones will just bring to 1st level and throw beside the letter box.

Not sure if I'm on the same page as you guys but for me the problem with this chute is not so much about the opening cos I'm aware that you are able to pull the whole cover out to insert bulkier rubbish but more of the fact that when you close the cover, the rubbish doesn't go down the chute and instead get stuck there i.e. remains in the chute. This is so because the "tongue" is long and therefore the gap becomes narrow and thus the rubbish can't go down. I make it a point to ensure the rubbish I throw actually goes down else the next guy who comes along will not be able to throw their rubbish. One technique I learnt is to open and close the cover many times to loosen the rubbishso it can go down easily but it doesn't always work. Never imagine that throw rubbish also rquires technique haha!!!

Lovelle

11-09-13, 17:39

Lately, i noticed rubbish stuck at chute and egg tray left on the ground .

My level are mostly tenant.
People have to be considerate not rely on poor cleaner to collect the rubbish

zeamybro

11-09-13, 20:36

It doesn't work. I can't even throw a 1.5L bottle down. It is ridiculous small but the management says there is nothing much they can do....

Very disappointing...

Good to recycle the 1.5L bottle ....:ashamed1:

zeamybro

11-09-13, 20:43

There is a recent rental transaction for 3br at 6k, partial furnish =)

Taurusboy

12-09-13, 09:55

Any rental transaction price for 1+1 br low floor (3rd - 5th floors)?

There is a recent rental transaction for 3br at 6k, partial furnish =)

Squall8888

12-09-13, 10:49

That is beside the point. In reality, people just throw at the lift lobby. I don't blame them because the bin is really too small to throw anything decent.

Good to recycle the 1.5L bottle ....:ashamed1:

Lovelle

12-09-13, 11:08

my observation, studio stacks are almost fully occupied.

stack 27, 04 almost full . stack 03 is not full but this stack is one of the last group to collect keys.

1+1 stack facing pool is full . The other 2 stacks about 20% full.

Lovelle

14-09-13, 15:07

15 AUG 2013 84 DAKOTA CRESCENT #XX-XX 883 1,518 7 MAY 2010 1,173

$1.3mil for a 2 bedrrom

DC33_2008

14-09-13, 15:09

What is the rental for a unit like this one?
15 AUG 2013 84 DAKOTA CRESCENT #XX-XX 883 1,518 7 MAY 2010 1,173

$1.3mil for a 2 bedrrom

Lovelle

14-09-13, 20:43

What is the rental for a unit like this one?

hearsay from $4k - $4500

Taurusboy

17-09-13, 14:07

Recently I noticed there was a transaction - 1+1 unit that went for $808,000 ! That's about $1200++ psf. Was that between related parties? Hmm...

East Lover

17-09-13, 15:07

Recently I noticed there was a transaction - 1+1 unit that went for $808,000 ! That's about $1200++ psf. Was that between related parties? Hmm...
definitely not market rate lah! currently 1+1 all is asking 1.2mil and no much room to nego :scared-5:

Taurusboy

17-09-13, 17:00

Totally agreed!

All 1+1 is now worth at least 1.1-1.2m. That's why when I saw $808,000, I was v surprised - must be father selling the unit to daughter???

definitely not market rate lah! currently 1+1 all is asking 1.2mil and no much room to nego :scared-5:

zeamybro

17-09-13, 17:19

Maybe crash has really started .... Lolx

Wish to check with fellow neighbors here... Can your main door be fixed at the open position? Does yours have a black rubber stud at the metal ledge/rail that serves as a stopper?

maisonjai

17-09-13, 20:14

Yup, no problem leaving door in open position, main con will not do the adjustment citing safety reason. Urs got no rubber insert at the sliding arm?

Lovelle

17-09-13, 21:44

Yup, no problem leaving door in open position, main con will not do the adjustment citing safety reason. Urs got no rubber insert at the sliding arm?

contractor told me the door cannot be done. how did you do it ?

maisonjai

17-09-13, 23:38

zeamybro

18-09-13, 00:03

I didn't do anything to the main door leh, isn't it suppose to be able to stay open?
I only know hdb mscp staircase doors remain closed for fire safety reasons.

Ur main door cannot spread open like those shown here? Or did I understand the question wrongly?

http://www.propertyguru.com.sg/listing/15137685/for-rent-waterbank-at-dakota

http://www.propertyguru.com.sg/listing/14866850/for-rent-waterbank-at-dakota

Yes mine cannot be fixed at the open position. I know some units can and the doors come with this black rubber stud on the metal sliding track which serve as a stopper. Contractor told me they can't install for me cos its against some bca ruling or sort which I don't get it.

maisonjai

18-09-13, 09:36

Yes mine cannot be fixed at the open position. I know some units can and the doors come with this black rubber stud on the metal sliding track which serve as a stopper. Contractor told me they can't install for me cos its against some bca ruling or sort which I don't get it.

Taken from resident handbook

The main door to your unit is a fire door and is equipped with a door closer to comply with the safety authorities to keep the door closed, as such, the door closer shall not be dismantled/disarmed/removed.

Are your units surrounding the HS? Those listed in handbook pg 12-27

Lovelle

18-09-13, 09:41

i think we can get someone else to install for us if contractor doesn't want to do it for us.

Weel

18-09-13, 13:07

My main door also can't stop and infact I use those old facshioned rubber stopper to stop it if required.

On a separate note, I'm having problems cleaning the master bedroom wardrobe doors which were given by UOL i.e. the glass type not the brown ones installed in the second bedroom. I've tried using plain water and even
the Kleen bluish spray used for cleaning windows and each time after cleaning, it leaves marks/prints on it and it seems like the more I clean it the worse it becomes. Really frustrating as I don't want to be a slave to this wardrobe but it is a real eye-sore!!

Acalyposeisdonian

18-09-13, 13:11

i think we can get someone else to install for us if contractor doesn't want to do it for us.

I am in for the idea, we shd rally in enough pax for one contractor to do it

Lovelle

18-09-13, 14:06

zeamybro

22-09-13, 00:35

Anyone heard the F1 racing sound from your balconies? :scared-1:

Lovelle

24-09-13, 14:29

WATERBANK AT DAKOTA 84 DAKOTA CRESCENT #XX-XX CONDOMINIUM 99 YRS FROM 2009 484 1,730 838,000

can see fireworks some more last weekend

Taurusboy

25-09-13, 00:31

Hmm....how high must you be before you can see? Low floor can see?

WATERBANK AT DAKOTA 84 DAKOTA CRESCENT #XX-XX CONDOMINIUM 99 YRS FROM 2009 484 1,730 838,000

can see fireworks some more last weekend

Lovelle

25-09-13, 15:24

On ground floor you can see already but if you want clear view then the higher the better

zeamybro

25-09-13, 18:50

Ya I am on mid low floor and was able to see the fireworks as well... I guess it's not how high you are but rather, the facing of your units. Some river facing units may be blocked by neighboring stacks ie. the 4br stacks

blackjack21trader

25-09-13, 19:48

This place opposite the river ,some morning u can see a guy in black attire with a group of bodyguards. That is me la.

Lovelle

26-09-13, 09:39

i only saw a guy with black sports attire with a little puppy...

Taurusboy

26-09-13, 15:04

Oh I see. Which block are you at? Can see from Block 82?

Ya I am on mid low floor and was able to see the fireworks as well... I guess it's not how high you are but rather, the facing of your units. Some river facing units may be blocked by neighboring stacks ie. the 4br stacks

ecimbew

26-09-13, 17:10

Nice aerial view of the stadium when completed.

http://www.interiordesign.net/photo/411/411817-The_master_plan_of_the_Singapore_Sports_Hub_with_the_national_Stadium_in_the_central_location_.jpg

zeamybro

26-09-13, 20:26

Oh I see. Which block are you at? Can see from Block 82?

Eh no.. Blk 82 can't see the fireworks... Anyway the fireworks is still quite a distance away.. No big deal la.

Lovelle

02-10-13, 09:49

AUG 2013 1,100 TO 1,200 N.A. 5,200
AUG 2013 1,500 TO 1,600 N.A. 6,600
AUG 2013 1,100 TO 1,200 N.A. 6,600
AUG 2013 1,100 TO 1,200 N.A. 6,000

A 3 bedroom and a 4 bedroom rented at same price.

Taurusboy

02-10-13, 10:19

Wah... hmm.. How much is the rental for a low floor 1+1 (624 sq ft) (ie. betw 2 - 5th floor)?

AUG 2013 1,100 TO 1,200 N.A. 5,200
AUG 2013 1,500 TO 1,600 N.A. 6,600
AUG 2013 1,100 TO 1,200 N.A. 6,600
AUG 2013 1,100 TO 1,200 N.A. 6,000

A 3 bedroom and a 4 bedroom rented at same price.

Squall8888

21-10-13, 11:10

I believe rental should be similar to those high floors as well. Maybe 3.5 to 3.8k? For rental, floors doesn't really matter much.

Wah... hmm.. How much is the rental for a low floor 1+1 (624 sq ft) (ie. betw 2 - 5th floor)?

zeamybro

21-10-13, 13:36

I believe rental should be similar to those high floors as well. Maybe 3.5 to 3.8k? For rental, floors doesn't really matter much.

URA website shows there were 2 transactions for 1+1 at 4K (highest).

Squall8888

21-10-13, 14:36

Ya but I feel we should take an average instead of the highest.

URA website shows there were 2 transactions for 1+1 at 4K (highest).

zeamybro

21-10-13, 20:07

Ya but I feel we should take an average instead of the highest.

I believe the trend is going upwards especially when the supply in this project is depleting ... It's always good to aim for the highest :)

dleedoner

27-10-13, 16:45

Have anyone noticed that the developer is tearing down parts of the wall they built?

Squall8888

28-10-13, 19:23

You mean at the entrance? Ya, saw that. But now ok again.

Have anyone noticed that the developer is tearing down parts of the wall they built?

dleedoner

29-10-13, 07:25

You mean at the entrance? Ya, saw that. But now ok again.

Why are they changing to brick walls ?

Weel

29-10-13, 13:28

Have anyone noticed that the developer is tearing down parts of the wall they built?

Yes I also noticed and I also dont know why only 2 panels have been changed.
It breaks the alternate walls sequence. Dont know what they up to?

Taurusboy

29-10-13, 14:24

Any pictures? I haven't noticed it.

Yes I also noticed and I also dont know why only 2 panels have been changed.
It breaks the alternate walls sequence. Dont know what they up to?

Squall8888

29-10-13, 16:50

I think the current design is different from the planned design. So they are changing it to all walls.

Lovelle

29-10-13, 16:54

I think the current design is different from the planned design. So they are changing it to all walls.

are you referring to the perimeter grill being replaced by wall ?

I saw they replacing the one near entrance.

zeamybro

30-10-13, 23:07

Look out for a new high record set for 1+1 rental :cheers4::cheers4:

zeamybro

30-10-13, 23:15

I heard there was one more unit transacted at above 1900psf recently. The price is really getting scary...

http://i42.tinypic.com/2lxbe6r.jpg

dleedoner

31-10-13, 07:46

I heard there was one more unit transacted at above 1900psf recently. The price is really getting scary...

http://i42.tinypic.com/2lxbe6r.jpg

It makes some of the d10 projects look really cheap. Is Dakota residences which is beside lower?

zeamybro

31-10-13, 08:00

It makes some of the d10 projects look really cheap. Is Dakota residences which is beside lower?

What I have captured are small units so the psf seems higher. Dakota Reisdemces only have bigger units.

I guess what drives up the prices of waterbank is because potential buyers after seeing the real product, like it a lot and don't mind paying for the higher prices. Thanks to the very practical layouts and decent quality. The river parks and mrt appeal to many too .. tranquil lifestyle in a fantastic location lol...

thomastansb

31-10-13, 08:30

The location is quite good actually. I won't be surprised if it surpasses 2k psf. Even Jurong and Tanah Merah hitting 1.8k. But this one is so near to city and with a lot of amenities and MRT just at the doorstep. I will choose this anytime. Somemore immediate rental yield. I saw some of the pictures here and the view is really good. Hard to find such unblocked view nowadays.

I heard there was one more unit transacted at above 1900psf recently. The price is really getting scary...

http://i42.tinypic.com/2lxbe6r.jpg

newbie11

31-10-13, 09:03

Will anyone consider city light, south bank or icon at this price?

thomastansb

31-10-13, 09:31

Really hard to compare because of the difference in age but I will see the quantum and rental. Nowadays, psf very misleading. Don't forget, people prefer Jurong @ 1750 psf than Tg Rhu @ 1100 psf.

Will anyone consider city light, south bank or icon at this price?

zeamybro

31-10-13, 09:44

Will anyone consider city light, south bank or icon at this price?

Appeal to different mass i guess. Those you have listed are city/city-fringe living at fantastic locations, whereas Waterbank (albeit near town) maintains a special ambience of tranquil and peace, away from the hustle and bustle of citylife.

Personally, I kinda enjoy sitting at the balcony looking at the greeneries, enjoying the light breeze listening to the birds chirpings, watching the neighbourhood folks jogging and exercising by the river parks. But some would think I am just wasting my life away

Lovelle

31-10-13, 09:48

Really hard to compare because of the difference in age but I will see the quantum and rental. Nowadays, psf very misleading. Don't forget, people prefer Jurong @ 1750 psf than Tg Rhu @ 1100 psf.

you have a point here, tg rhu price has been dead for many year. Why ?

Transport and accessibility is a problem there plus they cater to certain race...

zeamybro

31-10-13, 10:07

you have a point here, tg rhu price has been dead for many year. Why ?

Transport and accessibility is a problem there plus they cater to certain race...

Eh i kpo and go URA website to take a look at the latest transactions for some Tj Rhu projects. Think the prices have already gone up? (no longer in the 11xx psf range). These are very very big units so the psf shld be lower.

CAMELOT BY-THE-WATER 4,830,000 3,294 Strata 01 to 05 1,466 Aug-13
CAMELOT BY-THE-WATER 4,688,000 3,035 Strata 06 to 10 1,544 Jan-13
CAMELOT BY-THE-WATER 4,552,500 3,035 Strata 01 to 05 1,500 Dec-12
CAMELOT BY-THE-WATER 7,300,000 5,360 Strata 01 to 05 1,362 Nov-12

PEBBLE BAY 2,820,000 2,336 Strata 01 to 05 1,207 Oct-13
PEBBLE BAY 2,940,000 1,894 Strata 11 to 15 1,552 Sep-13
PEBBLE BAY 4,350,000 2,745 Strata 01 to 05 1,585 Sep-13
PEBBLE BAY 2,500,000 1,894 Strata 01 to 05 1,320 Sep-13
PEBBLE BAY 3,200,000 2,336 Strata 06 to 10 1,370 Jun-13

WATER PLACE 1,290,000 904 Strata 01 to 05 1,427 Sep-13
WATER PLACE 1,600,000 1,227 Strata 06 to 10 1,304 Sep-13
WATER PLACE 1,690,000 1,227 Strata 11 to 15 1,377 Jun-13
WATER PLACE 1,770,000 1,281 Strata 16 to 20 1,382 May-13
WATER PLACE 1,120,000 732 Strata 01 to 05 1,530 Apr-13

Lovelle

31-10-13, 11:01

Eh i kpo and go URA website to take a look at the latest transactions for some Tj Rhu projects. Think the prices have already gone up? (no longer in the 11xx psf range). These are very very big units so the psf shld be lower.

CAMELOT BY-THE-WATER 4,830,000 3,294 Strata 01 to 05 1,466 Aug-13
CAMELOT BY-THE-WATER 4,688,000 3,035 Strata 06 to 10 1,544 Jan-13
CAMELOT BY-THE-WATER 4,552,500 3,035 Strata 01 to 05 1,500 Dec-12
CAMELOT BY-THE-WATER 7,300,000 5,360 Strata 01 to 05 1,362 Nov-12

PEBBLE BAY 2,820,000 2,336 Strata 01 to 05 1,207 Oct-13
PEBBLE BAY 2,940,000 1,894 Strata 11 to 15 1,552 Sep-13
PEBBLE BAY 4,350,000 2,745 Strata 01 to 05 1,585 Sep-13
PEBBLE BAY 2,500,000 1,894 Strata 01 to 05 1,320 Sep-13
PEBBLE BAY 3,200,000 2,336 Strata 06 to 10 1,370 Jun-13

WATER PLACE 1,290,000 904 Strata 01 to 05 1,427 Sep-13
WATER PLACE 1,600,000 1,227 Strata 06 to 10 1,304 Sep-13
WATER PLACE 1,690,000 1,227 Strata 11 to 15 1,377 Jun-13
WATER PLACE 1,770,000 1,281 Strata 16 to 20 1,382 May-13
WATER PLACE 1,120,000 732 Strata 01 to 05 1,530 Apr-13

these 2 condos are still below 12XX psf or around there

sanctuary green

11 OCT 2013 191 TANJONG RHU ROAD #XX-XX 1,399 1,201 18 MAY 2007 715 679,914 2,338 8.4
10 OCT 2013 183 TANJONG RHU ROAD #XX-XX 1,356 1,202 12 JAN 2007 625 782,412 2,463 10.2
7 OCT 2013 191 TANJONG RHU ROAD #XX-XX 1,184 1,207 8 APR 2010 802 479,520 1,278 12.4
12 SEP 2013 187 TANJONG RHU ROAD #XX-XX 1,119 1,215 28 JAN 2002 576 715,041 4,245 6.6
29 JUL 2013 181 TANJONG RHU ROAD #XX-XX 1,356 1,209 14 FEB 2005 568 869,196 3,087 9.3

casuarina cove

4 OCT 2013 124 TANJONG RHU ROAD #XX-XX 1,173 1,065 11 OCT 2007 814 294,423 2,185 4.6
16 MAY 2013 124 TANJONG RHU ROAD #XX-XX 807 1,301 25 AUG 2009 867 350,238 1,360 11.5
14 JAN 2013 120 TANJONG RHU ROAD #XX-XX 1,528 1,047 16 OCT 1995 694 539,384 6,300 2.4
12 SEP 2012 120 TANJONG RHU ROAD #XX-XX 1,593 1,120 1 FEB 2010 942 283,554 954 6.8
31 JUL 2012 120 TANJONG RHU ROAD #XX-XX 1,593 1,020 16 OCT 1995 699 511,353 6,133 2.3

thomastansb

31-10-13, 11:15

Tg. Ria, Costa Rhu still close to 1k psf. But age plays a big part.

zeamybro

31-10-13, 11:15

I think Causarina cove is already very old, more than 20 yrs of the land lease gone ... Sanctuary Green is now transacting above $1200 psf, I see a gradual increasing trend from the avg $10XX-11XX psf in 2010-2012.

zeamybro

31-10-13, 11:27

Tg. Ria, Costa Rhu still close to 1k psf. But age plays a big part.

I realise projects facing the bay continue to fetch good prices, while those facing the expressway (despite having sea views) are not doing as well.

I think the clear winners in Tj Rhu are Pebble Bay (1994) and Camelot (1996), both of which are close to 20yr old as well.

Ok sorry to all wb owners for deviating from the main topic =)

dleedoner

31-10-13, 18:43

Does any know what the govt is doing wth the old army camp?

zeamybro

31-10-13, 21:45

Does any know what the govt is doing wth the old army camp?

I remember it has been slated for resi..

dleedoner

01-11-13, 06:27

I remember it has been slated for resi..

any development plans per URA masterplan?

Nice article on Dakota Crescent today.

Squall8888

01-11-13, 13:38

What article?

any development plans per URA masterplan?

Nice article on Dakota Crescent today.

iridrium

01-11-13, 14:11

What article?

read ST leh.

Squall8888

01-11-13, 14:22

Didn't buy but it would be good if you could share it.

read ST leh.

iridrium

01-11-13, 15:04

Didn't buy but it would be good if you could share it.

bo leh, i read it in the library.:ashamed1:

onglai

01-11-13, 15:13

bo leh, i read it in the library.:ashamed1:

i better sell my sph shares.....

:D

Lovelle

02-11-13, 21:54

another nice article on Dakota crescent

http://remembersingapore.wordpress.com/dakota-crescent-provision-shop/

zeamybro

03-11-13, 07:11

another nice article on Dakota crescent

http://remembersingapore.wordpress.com/dakota-crescent-provision-shop/

Lovelle.. Have you tried patronizing the shops there? Still in operation? Maybe I should try walking there one day ...

mcmlxxvi

03-11-13, 10:28

I wish they would leave the dakota old hdb enclave (those short brick walled ones with ground floor units) untouched.

They make the whole area very charming.

Lovelle

03-11-13, 10:37

Lovelle.. Have you tried patronizing the shops there? Still in operation? Maybe I should try walking there one day ...

hi zeamybro

i went there a few times but the shop is closed. I read somewhere, the owner has sold the shop as hdb raised their rent many times over.

We can only take photo before it is gone. A TCM shop is still around...

dleedoner

04-11-13, 13:42

Reading the channel news Asia report on areas surrounding
Sports hub ... I am sure it would be in no time we are seeing 1800 to 2000 psf for Dakota area to be the norm

iridrium

05-11-13, 08:01

Reading the channel news Asia report on areas surrounding
Sports hub ... I am sure it would be in no time we are seeing 1800 to 2000 psf for Dakota area to be the norm

This one is free. So I don't need to read about it in library.:ashamed1:

This story was printed from channelnewsasia.com

TITLE: Kallang area could see significant changes due to upcoming Sports Hub

By Lip Kwok Wai (about:/action/news/storiesby/storiesby/678458/storiesby.do?sortBy=latest&bylineId=6970&pageNum=0) and John Leong (about:/action/news/storiesby/storiesby/678458/storiesby.do?sortBy=latest&bylineId=820990&pageNum=0)
POSTED: 03 Nov 2013 19:48
URL: http://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/kallang-area-could-see/872808.html?cid=FBSG

Changes could be in store for the Kallang area's landscape, with the expected completion of Singapore Sports Hub in April 2014. Analysts believe this could be reflected in the Urban Redevelopment Authority's Masterplan, which is due to be updated this year.
SINGAPORE: Changes could be in store for the Kallang area's landscape, with the expected completion of Singapore Sports Hub in April 2014.
Analysts believe this could be reflected in the Urban Redevelopment Authority's Masterplan, which is due to be updated this year.
They said the needs of the Kallang area could change, with the Sports Hub attracting more people and vehicles.
Some analysts said zoning of the area could be affected and thus sites currently marked for commercial, residential, mixed or hotel development could be re-categorised.
One site that could attract significant interest, if the government decides to put it up for sale, is the Old Kallang Airport.
Nicholas Mak, executive director of research and consultancy at SLP International, said: "If the developer is allowed to develop the back of the observation tower to turn it into perhaps, a hotel, the observation tower itself can be operated by F&B operators and restaurants can be located there."

- CNA/ac

Lovelle

07-11-13, 15:31

i detected some small construction work within the army camp site.

The workers was taking ground measurement and they put up 2 tents with a mini tower .

zeamybro

07-11-13, 15:35

any development plans per URA masterplan?

Nice article on Dakota Crescent today.

Should be released in the new masterplan... I am quite sure it's for residential unless there are further changes

Lovelle

07-11-13, 15:41

Should be released in the new masterplan... I am quite sure it's for residential unless there are further changes

does it come with any shopping mall ? this place need one

iridrium

07-11-13, 16:47

does it come with any shopping mall ? this place need one

Quick answer will also be no.

Come to think about it , don't be greedy, Sports hub will have 200k sq ft of retail space + Kallang Leisure Park.

Lovelle

07-11-13, 19:20

Quick answer will also be no.

Come to think about it , don't be greedy, Sports hub will have 200k sq ft of retail space + Kallang Leisure Park.

not greedy but lazy to take mrt to Kallang Leisure.

zeamybro

07-11-13, 22:36

not greedy but lazy to take mrt to Kallang Leisure.

Kallang leisure is not that fantastic also, haha. I still prefer parkway parade ...

Lovelle

08-11-13, 08:31

WATERBANK AT DAKOTA DAKOTA CRESCENT Condominium 14 RCR 99 yrs lease commencing from 2009 1 1,880,000 1,184 Strata 16 to 20 1,588 Oct-13
WATERBANK AT DAKOTA DAKOTA CRESCENT Condominium 14 RCR 99 yrs lease commencing from 2009 1 848,000 484 Strata 06 to 10 1,751

2 more transactions

Squall8888

08-11-13, 13:41

The 484 sq ft is totally blocked and yet, can sell for 1751 psf :eek: Amazing...

I went viewing before and the unit is facing another unit directly and is pretty dark.

WATERBANK AT DAKOTA DAKOTA CRESCENT Condominium 14 RCR 99 yrs lease commencing from 2009 1 1,880,000 1,184 Strata 16 to 20 1,588 Oct-13
WATERBANK AT DAKOTA DAKOTA CRESCENT Condominium 14 RCR 99 yrs lease commencing from 2009 1 848,000 484 Strata 06 to 10 1,751

2 more transactions

Lovelle

08-11-13, 14:56

The 484 sq ft is totally blocked and yet, can sell for 1751 psf :eek: Amazing...

I went viewing before and the unit is facing another unit directly and is pretty dark.

It's a low floor unit and sold at high floor price too..

dleedoner

08-11-13, 19:47

It's a low floor unit and sold at high floor price too..

Between Dakota Residences and Waterbank - which is better?

Dakota psf is lower albeit units are bigger.

Same quantum - which one is better?

I rather go for bigger unit...if views similar

dleedoner

08-11-13, 19:48

It's a low floor unit and sold at high floor price too..

Between Dakota Residences and Waterbank - which is better?

Dakota psf is lower albeit units are bigger.

Same quantum - which one is better?

august

08-11-13, 21:53

i prefer dakota residence.

Lovelle

08-11-13, 23:00

i like dakota residence too. the 4 bedroom units are amazing.

in the end, choose wb because no bay window but paid more in psf

dleedoner

09-11-13, 05:40

i like dakota residence too. the 4 bedroom units are amazing.

in the end, choose wb because no bay window but paid more in psf

Dakota Residences has a more grand façade entrance... like entering hotel lobby.... think overall less cramp. the basement carpark is less than 30% filled I think when I visited.

But facilities wise - WB better I think. I visited one of the units... 3 bedder... master bedroom direct view of the city... Dakota residences - the view is great.. but really direct since they face landed straight.

zeamybro

09-11-13, 09:08

Yes, I also love DR 's grand entrance and the plant landscapings surrounding the project perimeter ... Only draw back is the bay windows, HS and there is only 1 adult pool right?

I will be moving out of wb this weekend =( end of my holidays here and hopefully I won't get to see it again until 2yrs later.

Lovelle

09-11-13, 09:29

Squall8888

11-11-13, 08:38

Dakota residences is more grand than WB. Both inside and outside. The quality used in the project is unbeatable. Much better than most condos. WB is so so only. But WB has more pool facilities and outdoor façade whereas Dakota residences is pretty boring. But WB has studio and 1+1, which makes it more affordable but psf is going to shoot through the roof.

Between Dakota Residences and Waterbank - which is better?

Dakota psf is lower albeit units are bigger.

Same quantum - which one is better?

I rather go for bigger unit...if views similar

ecimbew

11-11-13, 10:04

Dakota residences is more grand than WB. Both inside and outside. The quality used in the project is unbeatable. Much better than most condos. WB is so so only. But WB has more pool facilities and outdoor façade whereas Dakota residences is pretty boring. But WB has studio and 1+1, which makes it more affordable but psf is going to shoot through the roof.

DR is better but it is older (by a year or more) than WB. DR is already "settled" down whereas WB is new with rectifications ongoing. WB for 1+1 is better as it faces the river where you have unblocked view since it is landed properties towards Mountbatten side. WB is nearer to Dakota MRT station. However, if you want to view the new sports stadium, then DR is better but those units face the West sun.

zeamybro

11-11-13, 21:11

Hi folks

For bros/sis who own 1br or 1+1, with the washer/dryer area enclosed in the cabinet, may I know which type of dryer do u folks buy? Do you buy those with the outlet vent facing outwards or inwards?

Facing inwards is going to trap much heat inside the enclosure and may spoil the electronic components faster. Facing outwards may cause high humidity in the living room and promote the growth of molds?

I see a metal grill fixture (area on top of the dryer) .. Any idea what's its function?

TIA!

Squall8888

12-11-13, 15:15

Just buy a 2 in 1 washer + condenser dryer. Those kind has no outlet for moist air. It just heat up the whole drum and the water evaporates and go out via the outlet.

Hi folks

For bros/sis who own 1br or 1+1, with the washer/dryer area enclosed in the cabinet, may I know which type of dryer do u folks buy? Do you buy those with the outlet vent facing outwards or inwards?

Facing inwards is going to trap much heat inside the enclosure and may spoil the electronic components faster. Facing outwards may cause high humidity in the living room and promote the growth of molds?

I see a metal grill fixture (area on top of the dryer) .. Any idea what's its function?

TIA!

zeamybro

12-11-13, 17:06

Just buy a 2 in 1 washer + condenser dryer. Those kind has no outlet for moist air. It just heat up the whole drum and the water evaporates and go out via the outlet.

Squall.. Tks for sharing your knowledge, I learn something new today. In fact, I have already bought a separate dryer and washer, and the vent outlet issue didn't cross my mind until the goods were delivered.

The main reason why I didn't buy a washer dryer combo is because there is sufficient space in the closet. I bought a combo for another unit and my tenant was complaining how long the entire cycle takes, and the 'drying' process could only take half the load each time, and the clothes will not be completely dry.

Anyway, my agent told me that the metal grill in the compartment is actually for ventilation .. So no issue with the dryer releasing the hot air, as they will be channeled away through the ventilation duct

Squall8888

12-11-13, 21:56

Mine is a studio so I am not sure if it is the same for 1+1. UOL designed the washer compartment to be 61-62cm depth. But most washer already 60cm and those combo washer+dryer are usually > 63cm. So the door can't close fully. Really quite disappointed with UOL. This kind of dimension should be at their finger tip and yet, they can design it like this. The fridge height is also another issue. They built it at 179cm but fridge standard height is 181/182cm. It is a known thing man.

Luckily the rental, location and future potential is good.

Squall.. Tks for sharing your knowledge, I learn something new today. In fact, I have already bought a separate dryer and washer, and the vent outlet issue didn't cross my mind until the goods were delivered.

The main reason why I didn't buy a washer dryer combo is because there is sufficient space in the closet. I bought a combo for another unit and my tenant was complaining how long the entire cycle takes, and the 'drying' process could only take half the load each time, and the clothes will not be completely dry.

Anyway, my agent told me that the metal grill in the compartment is actually for ventilation .. So no issue with the dryer releasing the hot air, as they will be channeled away through the ventilation duct

Lovelle

13-11-13, 08:46

Taurusboy

13-11-13, 14:39

Hmm... Won't it be quite ugly to have the washer/dryer exposed in the living room? If possible, better to hide it away behind the cupboard doors..

many owner just removed the door for the washer. I can see the doors inside the bomb shelter.

Taurusboy

20-11-13, 10:47

Hi guys...The new masterplan is out! Hmm... any idea what is going to happen to the old unused army camp along old airport road? Any new developments (retail or otherwise in that area)?

Squall8888

20-11-13, 11:57

It looks like it is slated for residential development. Probably private I guess.

No commercial.

Hi guys...The new masterplan is out! Hmm... any idea what is going to happen to the old unused army camp along old airport road? Any new developments (retail or otherwise in that area)?

iridrium

20-11-13, 13:56

Hi guys...The new masterplan is out! Hmm... any idea what is going to happen to the old unused army camp along old airport road? Any new developments (retail or otherwise in that area)?

I love how much people here are hoping for a retail development there.

No such luck it seems. BUT this is just a draft, maybe if you all write in, the URA planners might reconsider?

http://img35.imageshack.us/img35/1289/rb2o.JPG (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/35/rb2o.JPG/)

dleedoner

24-11-13, 06:45

Does anyone know when the Geylang river beside Waterbank will be "revitalized" as part of the ABC waterworks?

Taurusboy

25-11-13, 10:21

Hmm... What is ABC waterworks?

Does anyone know when the Geylang river beside Waterbank will be "revitalized" as part of the ABC waterworks?

iridrium

25-11-13, 13:39

Does anyone know when the Geylang river beside Waterbank will be "revitalized" as part of the ABC waterworks?

Read somewhere suppose to be completed sometime mid next year.

lifeline

25-11-13, 16:49

Does anyone know when the Geylang river beside Waterbank will be "revitalized" as part of the ABC waterworks?

some info here but no dates given:

http://www.pub.gov.sg/abcwaters/ExploreABCAroundYou/Pages/default.aspx

http://tinyurl.com/ml9de9s

dleedoner

25-11-13, 21:56

Read somewhere suppose to be completed sometime mid next year.

The river part along waterbank and Dakota does not seem to start

Taurusboy

25-11-13, 22:03

This sounds very exciting! Didn't know about it.... But there doesn't seem to be any progress so far... V strange. Maybe should ask the MP.

some info here but no dates given:

http://www.pub.gov.sg/abcwaters/ExploreABCAroundYou/Pages/default.aspx

http://tinyurl.com/ml9de9s

iridrium

26-11-13, 14:19

Read somewhere suppose to be completed sometime mid next year.

Here say end 2013. But nothing seems to have done?

http://img844.imageshack.us/img844/1032/h6su.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/844/h6su.jpg/)

Squall8888

27-11-13, 14:47

Wait long long.... They say only. It is a dream.

Here say end 2013. But nothing seems to have done?

square

27-11-13, 14:55

Here say end 2013. But nothing seems to have done?

http://img844.imageshack.us/img844/1032/h6su.jpg (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/844/h6su.jpg/)

This is almost completed now. The path is opened now and I cycled on it last weekend. There is an underpass below Dunman Road along the canal now.

zeamybro

27-11-13, 21:33

This is almost completed now. The path is opened now and I cycled on it last weekend. There is an underpass below Dunman Road along the canal now.

Yes, the construction has started quite some time ago, even before wb TOP... I haven't visited the place for a while and am glad it's almost done up.

Taurusboy

28-11-13, 15:12

Oh the makeover doesn't affect that stretch of the park connector just in front of Waterbank & Dakota Residences. Wonder if & when that would be done?

Yes, the construction has started quite some time ago, even before wb TOP... I haven't visited the place for a while and am glad it's almost done up.

Cjdre

02-12-13, 12:06

Dear home owners of Waterbank, over the past few months I have consolidated a number of Interior Designers and Home Improvement businesses to provide better deals for us home owners. It is also possible to organize a group buy with them to strike a even better deal for the participants.

I have been trying to reach Condo Singapore for sticky threads so everyone can benefit from the site. However I have yet to get a respond so meanwhile I can only post in individual threads.

It would be great if you guys can input what other products/services you are keen so I can look for the relevant businesses and see what they can offer.

Cheers,
Cjdre