The 8-point stack checklist
- Facing. North and south are coolest. Avoid full west facing if you are home in the afternoon.
- View. Low-rise landed estates and park views are the least likely to be built over. Check the URA Master Plan for nearby sites.
- Noise. Stacks facing the CTE get more traffic noise, especially on lower floors. Stacks facing inward or towards the landed estates are quieter.
- Layout efficiency. Look for box-shaped layouts with little corridor space and small bay windows or planter areas.
- Distance to lifts and chutes. Units right next to the refuse chute or lift core may have more noise and odour.
- Distance to facilities. Overlooking the pool is lovely, but directly above the BBQ pits is not.
- Walking route. Stacks in the block closest to the gate nearest Lorong Chuan MRT save time every day.
- Resale appeal. Family-friendly layouts in the most popular sizes (2-bedroom and 3-bedroom) with good facing usually resell fastest.
Choosing your floor
| Floor band | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|
| Low (2–5) | Lowest price; close to the greenery; quick lift trips | Less privacy; more noise; may be blocked by trees or other blocks |
| Mid (6–15) | Good value; views start to open up | May face neighbouring blocks |
| High (16–27) | Best views and breeze; most privacy | Highest psf; longer lift waits |
Mid-to-high floors with an unblocked view usually give the best value. The elevation chart shows how prices typically rise by floor.
Launch-day strategy
- Shortlist 3–5 units in different stacks, with the ones you want most first.
- Decide your walk-away price before you arrive, and stick to it.
- Know your queue number and watch the live balance chart.
- Bring everything: IPA letter, NRIC and the booking fee cheque.