Esparina Residences
Dual-key unit, reconfigured
Our Assessment
1. A ground floor unit with sizeable patio.
2. Set with a nice frontage of the swimming pool, though privacy and peace may be hindered.
3. The asking quantum is on the high side in comparison to other properties of similar configurations.
4. While the dual-key segregation removal reconfigures the space, it may not be everyone’s preference as it loses its original intended purpose.
Our Solutions
1. Staging was done for the patio to demonstrate its functionality. We also showcased the Ziptrak to show that privacy is still obtainable.
2. We highlighted that this home is strategically located to be away from direct sunlight which is obscured by the other stacks.
3. Our financial analysis of the surrounding properties elevates the fact that this home is of better value – especially being a dual-key unit.
The Result
Rio Vista
A blissful retreat in the sky
Indulge in perpetual resort-like living in this breezy 4-bed, 3-bath single plate penthouse in Hougang.
This high-floor unit is equipped with a sizeable patio and above-average square footage of 2,454 sq ft.
Our Assessment
1. This home’s interior is in its original condition, with a huge potential to explore prospective designs.
2. Its walls needed rework, which was essential prior to marketing the home.
3. Valuation was a concern as there were no records of other units crossing the $2 million valuation mark.
Our Solutions
1. Immersive touch-up work and staging was done to spruce up the look of the home.
2. Our home tour focuses on the interesting features of the home, like the marble tiling, cove lighting and sizeable balcony and how its dumbbell layout has been well-utilised.
3. We qualified potential buyers through our Pricing Analysis, breaking down the mortgage outlook of the property.
4. We included 3D renderings with quotations for viewers to visualise the potential designs of the property.
The Result
A slew of enquiries rolled in, and after 15 viewings and 5 offers, our Listing Team closed the deal above the target price, leaving our sellers extremely satisfied.
The Grandhill
Courtside seats to rejuvenation
This 3-bed, 3-bath, 1,830 sq ft Duplex Penthouse is set in the midst of the upcoming Greater Southern Waterfront project, falling within the prime hexagon of Singapore.
Enjoy landed-like living in the sky while taking a grandstand seat to watch the coveted project take shape.
Our Assessment
1. The overall space management of this project is well thought out, however some viewers may find that the close proximity to the neighbours may curtail its privacy aspect.
2. Patches of stains were visible on some walls.
3. Viewers may find it hard to visualise the space potential of this bare unit.
4. This high-floor penthouse perched atop The Grandhill’s setting on an elevated hill, promises great views. However, due to the route heading up to the project, some viewers may feel that the geographically “nearby” MRT is actually quite a distance away.
5. Equipped with an open roof terrace which is a nice feature, we needed to show how viewers can explore this space as well.
Our Solutions
1. We helped our viewers visualise the potential configuration of this home, by taking reference from another unit we’ve sold in this project.
2. We featured images of that fully-furnished home in our home tour video, alongside proposed renderings of alongside proposed 3D renderings of the home.
3. This included renderings of the open roof terrace, on how it could be potentially converted to an al fresco dining space, overlooking the unobscured views of Pasir Panjang.
The Result
Upon launching the home tour, this home was sold above its asking in less than 2 weeks after the home tour video was launched! Our Signature Home Tour video complete with drone shots highlighted the key features of the home’s facade and interior, which were paramount to elevating the interest of our buyers.
Oasis Garden
An urban oasis, indeed
This capacious 4-bed, 4-high-floor unit tastefully renovated and beautifully furnished unit in Macpherson is ideal for the savvy investor.
An impending rarity, a single plate penthouse like this is not commonly available on the market.
Our Assessment
1. A configuration like this was not marketed prior in this development. Hence, causing a lack of transaction record comparisons in terms of valuation. It was like navigating in the dark.
2. The current configuration of this home is great but did not showcase the true potential of this home. There was a need to show our viewers how the space can be explored further.
3. Valuation was a concern as there were no transaction records of a penthouse in this project.
Our Solutions
1. During the home tour video, we spoke of the rarity of a dumbbell layout unit and how it is an anchor point for an exit plan.
2. We also highlighted that such layouts are convertible into dual-key configurations, which is ideal for rentability.
3. In addition, we featured the sizeable balcony and floor-to-ceiling windows of the master bedroom, providing panoramic views of the vicinity.
The Result
In just 1 month and after 30 enquiries, our Listing Team sold the property above Valuation, exceeding our sellers’ expectations.
We were certain that the home staging, potential space exploration and mention of its impending rarity featured in our Signature Home Tour helped the new owners make the informed decision.
The Tre Ver
Enter this city-fringe estate, without the wait
This 2-bed, 2-bath sub-sale unit features a squarish layout allowing creativity play with the interior space.
Our Assessment
1. A sub-sale unit untouched and good as new.
2. Construction was yet to be completed and hence, physical viewings was not possible. Furthermore, show flats were not available.
3. Additionally, sub-sale units naturally have lower transaction numbers, in turn affecting its bank valuation.
Our Solutions
1. We conducted a “Studio Video Home Tour”, virtually walking our viewers through the Motion Graphics 3D Walkthrough Renderings which greatly assisted them to visualise the configuration and layout.
2. Our extensive analysis of the pricing and especially its location brought up the future upsides of this property.
3. We touched on its location in Potong Pasir, sandwiched between the Bidadari and Woodleigh staggered MOP cluster which will form a potential buying pool to facilitate an exit strategy.
The Result
Undeterred by the property being a sub-sale unit, where viewers were not able to physically view the home, our Listing Team managed to find the right buyer for this lovely home.
Assuredly, our deep-dive analysis of the property, talking about its strategic location, site facings and especially the 3D tour of the floor plan; helped our buyers envision the space and possible to spruce up the interiors.
