Sometimes they may look good on the surface, but behind the exterior facade, the electrical wiring may be problematic, the plumbing system might need to be replaced, or worse, there might be mould issues.

When P and her husband, N (@sanbalingling) purchased their 4-room flat at Kallang, they were already the third owner of the place. This 1,087 square foot flat was already about 23 years old at that point.

“To be honest, it was quite in a terrible state when we received it,” she said.

But after about ten viewings across the whole of Singapore, they decided to go ahead with this unit because of its convenient location. The place is near the MRT, has sufficient amenities and food options nearby, and is close to the city centre and park connector.