As the saying goes, 'Why own one when you can have two'?
A dual-key condo, also known as a dual key apartment or a dual key unit, is a type of housing that has two separate entrances and two distinct living spaces within the same unit. This allows for a degree of privacy and independence for the occupants of each space, while still having the convenience of shared living areas.
The two living spaces within a dual-key condo can be configured in a variety of ways. For example, one space may be a traditional one- or two-bedroom apartment, while the other space may be a studio or a small apartment. Alternatively, one space may be a standard bedroom, while the other is a living area with a kitchenette. This design is often popular for families, as it allows for a separate living area for the parents and grandparents, and a separate living area for the children.
Buying a dual-key unit feels like buying two properties but avoiding the ABSD for the 'second' property, for example if you buy a 3 bedroom dual-key unit that consist of a 2 bedroom unit and an independent studio unit with their own exclusive entrances. It feels like you are buying two units - a 2 bedroom unit + a studio unit but saving the ABSD on a studio unit. Studio units in the resale market right now may cost between $800k to $1 million in the current market in year 2023.
Moreover, if you desire flexibility to let your family / friend stay in the other unit when they visit you from overseas or may need to move in with the in-laws while also maintaining a certain level of privacy or simply achieving financial freedom by renting out the other unit to collect rental income to offset your mortgage costs – dual-key units is a gem and its becoming rarer and rarer as developers are building lesser due to the higher costs of building dual-key units in the private residential condo or apartment project development.
"Below are 33 condo projects with 2 bedroom Dual-Key units avail in the condo / apartment development that I have painstakingly shortlisted for your reference and consideration" - Kiwi Lim, an experienced and professional real estate advisor from Huttons Asia.
A dual-key condo, also known as a dual key apartment or a dual key unit, is a type of housing that has two separate entrances and two distinct living spaces within the same unit. This allows for a degree of privacy and independence for the occupants of each space, while still having the convenience of shared living areas.
The two living spaces within a dual-key condo can be configured in a variety of ways. For example, one space may be a traditional one- or two-bedroom apartment, while the other space may be a studio or a small apartment. Alternatively, one space may be a standard bedroom, while the other is a living area with a kitchenette. This design is often popular for families, as it allows for a separate living area for the parents and grandparents, and a separate living area for the children.
Buying a dual-key unit feels like buying two properties but avoiding the ABSD for the 'second' property, for example if you buy a 3 bedroom dual-key unit that consist of a 2 bedroom unit and an independent studio unit with their own exclusive entrances. It feels like you are buying two units - a 2 bedroom unit + a studio unit but saving the ABSD on a studio unit. Studio units in the resale market right now may cost between $800k to $1 million in the current market in year 2023.
Moreover, if you desire flexibility to let your family / friend stay in the other unit when they visit you from overseas or may need to move in with the in-laws while also maintaining a certain level of privacy or simply achieving financial freedom by renting out the other unit to collect rental income to offset your mortgage costs – dual-key units is a gem and its becoming rarer and rarer as developers are building lesser due to the higher costs of building dual-key units in the private residential condo or apartment project development.
"Below are 33 condo projects with 2 bedroom Dual-Key units avail in the condo / apartment development that I have painstakingly shortlisted for your reference and consideration" - Kiwi Lim, an experienced and professional real estate advisor from Huttons Asia.
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Dual-Key Condo Projects in The Northern Region (OCR)
North Park Residences (D27) 99 yrs (920 units) - TOP 2020
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North Park Residences is a 99 years leasehold condo project in Yishun, District 27. Completed in 2020, North Park Residences consists of 12 blocks comprising 920 units. North Park Residences is a fully integrated condo right above Northpoint Shopping Centre with eateries, amenities and supermarket and Yishun MRT as well as bus-interchange providing residents ultimate convenience.
North Park Residences is also close to schools like Yishun Town Secondary School, Jiemin Primary School and Yishun Primary School.
North Park Residences has 2 bedroom dual-key units from 646 sqft to 689 sqft.
North Park Residences is also close to schools like Yishun Town Secondary School, Jiemin Primary School and Yishun Primary School.
North Park Residences has 2 bedroom dual-key units from 646 sqft to 689 sqft.
Dual-Key Condo Projects in The Eastern Region (OCR)
Flamingo Valley (D15) Freehold (393 units) - TOP in 2014
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Flamingo Valley is a freehold condo project in Bedok, District 15. Completed in 2014, Flamingo Valley has a total of 11 blocks within the development comprising of 393 units. Flamingo Valley is also close to schools like Global Indian International School (East Coast Campus), Opera Estate Primary School and Rosemount Kindergarten. Residents of Flamingo Valley can visit nearby supermarkets like Giant Super and Cold Storage at Siglap V shopping mall for groceries and household products.
Flamingo Valley has 2 bedroom dual-key condo units of around 786 sqft size.
Flamingo Valley has 2 bedroom dual-key condo units of around 786 sqft size.
Seaside Residences (D15) 99 years leasehold (843 units) / TOP in 2021
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Seaside Residences located in Bedok, District 15 has recently TOP in 2021, comprising 5 blocks of 843 units within walking distance to Siglap MRT. Seaside Residences is also near schools like Victoria School, Sekolah Indonesia Singapura and Victoria Junior College. Residents of Seaside Residences can visit nearby supermarkets like Cold Storage at Siglap V shopping mall and Giant Supermarket for groceries. Seaside Residences residents can chill at East Coast Park, to enjoy some fresh air during weekends.
Seaside Residences has 2 bedroom dual-key condo units from 829 sqft to 904 sqft.
Seaside Residences has 2 bedroom dual-key condo units from 829 sqft to 904 sqft.
Q Bay Residences (D18) 99 years leasehold (630 units) / TOP in 2017
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Q Bay Residences is a 99 years leasehold condo project in Tampines, District 18. Completed in 2017, Q Bay Residences has a total of 9 blocks comprising a total of 630 units. Q Bay Residences is close to schools like Springfield Secondary School, Junyuan Secondary School and Temasek Polytechnic. Residents of Q Bay Residences can head to nearby supermarkets like Giant Express - Tampines 829 and FairPrice Supermarket at Tampines CC for groceries and household products or POSB - Tampines West Branch.
Q Bay Residences has 2 bedroom dual-key condo units with sizes ranging from 883 sqft to 1,184 sqft.
Q Bay Residences has 2 bedroom dual-key condo units with sizes ranging from 883 sqft to 1,184 sqft.
Dual-Key Condo Projects in The North-Eastern Region (OCR)
Botanique At Bartley (D19) 99 yrs (797 units) / TOP: 2019
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Botanique At Bartley is a beautiful condo located in District 19 in Serangoon that TOP in 2019 with 10 blocks within the condo project comprising 797 units. Botanique At Bartley is within walking distance to MRT stations such as Bartley MRT and Tai Seng MRT providing residents easy access to other areas of Singapore. Botanique At Bartley is also very close to reputable schools like Bartley Secondary School, Maris Stella High School (Secondary) and Maris Stella High School (Primary Section).
Botanique At Bartley has 2 bedroom dual-key units at approximately 721 sqft.
Botanique At Bartley has 2 bedroom dual-key units at approximately 721 sqft.
Kensington Square (D19) FH (141 units) / TOP: 2017
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Kensington Square is a freehold Condo development located in Hougang, District 19. Completed in 2017, it has a total of 1 blocks within the development and comprises a total of 141 units. It is within walking distance to MRT stations such as Bartley MRT, which provide residents easy access to other areas of Singapore. For young couples or families with children, Kensington Square is also close to schools like Paya Lebar Methodist Girls' School (Primary), Methodist Girls' School (Primary) and Bartley Secondary School. Never worry about your health emergencies or regular health checkups with access to nearby clinics such as Dental Clinic. Also, if you require monetary services, you can head to UOB ATM - Bartley MRT Circle Line Station.
Kensington Square has 2 bedroom dual-key units around 762 sqft.
Kensington Square has 2 bedroom dual-key units around 762 sqft.
Riverbank @ Fernvale (D28) 99 yrs lease (555 units) / TOP: 2017
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Riverbank @ Fernvale is a beautiful condo project located in Sengkang, District 28. Completed in 2017, Riverbank @ Fernvale has 5 blocks comprising a total of 555 condo units. Riverbank @ Fernvale is within walking distance to MRT stations such as Layar LRT and Kupang LRT providing convenience to residents. Riverbank @ Fernvale is also close to schools like Fern Green Primary School, MOE Kindergarten @ Fern Green and Pei Hwa Secondary School and amenities nearby, e.g. FairPrice Finest supermarket at Seletar Mall for groceries and household products and stroll to Sengkang Riverside Park during the weekends to relax with family.
Riverbank @ Fernvale has 2 bedroom dual-key units between 990 sqft to 1,044 sqft.
Riverbank @ Fernvale has 2 bedroom dual-key units between 990 sqft to 1,044 sqft.
Trilive (D19) FH (217 units) / TOP: 2018
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Trilive is a freehold apartment condo project located in D19 Hougang that recently TOP in 2018 with a total of 3 blocks comprising a total of 217 units. Trilive is within a 10 minute walking distance to Kovan MRT and lots of eateries and amenities nearby for residents.
Trilive is also close to schools like Xinghua Primary School, Yuying Secondary School and Holy Innocents' Primary School and within close proximity to supermarkets like Cold Storage in Heartland Mall at Kovan.
Trilive is also close to schools like Xinghua Primary School, Yuying Secondary School and Holy Innocents' Primary School and within close proximity to supermarkets like Cold Storage in Heartland Mall at Kovan.
Dual-Key Condo Projects in The Western Region
Dual-Key Condo Projects in The RCR / City Fringe Area
Carpmael Thirty-Eight (D15) FH (16 units) / TOP: 2020
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Carpmael Thirty-Eight is a freehold apartment project in Singapore situated in the city fringe area of Geylang in District 15 that recently TOP in 2020 with an exclusive apartment style living of only 16 units. Carpmael Thirty-Eight is within a short walk to both Paya Lebar MRT and Eunos MRT with eateries and amenities surrounding the residents there. Carpmael Thirty-Eight is also located within close proximity to schools like Tanjong Katong Secondary School, Haig Girls' School and Tanjong Katong Girls' School as well as being near supermarkets like Cold Storage - One KM and Giant Super at JK Centre for groceries and household products.
Carpmael Thirty-Eight has 2 bedroom dual-key units approximately 721 sqft.
Carpmael Thirty-Eight has 2 bedroom dual-key units approximately 721 sqft.
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Dual-Key Condo Projects in The CCR / City Area
The Rise @ Oxley (D09) Freehold (120 units) - TOP in 2018
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The Rise @ Oxley is a luxury mixed development in a single 10-storey block consisting of 120 residential units. The 29 commercial units occupy the 1st and 2nd floors. All the residential units are well-designed with stylish finishes and quality fittings.
The Rise @ Oxley has a few 2 bedroom dual-key units with sizes ranging from 614 sqft to 646 sqft.
The Rise @ Oxley has a few 2 bedroom dual-key units with sizes ranging from 614 sqft to 646 sqft.
120 Grange (D10) Freehold (56 units) - TOP in 2021
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Poised at the most prestigious district 10 and soaring to 15 levels of 56 units, 120 Grange surveys the city in the most luxurious way. This esteemed address is set amidst picture-perfect skyline and rustic charm of botany. Live the high life where prestige and convenience are a way of life.
120 Grange has 2 bedroom dual-key units for you at 678 sqft
120 Grange has 2 bedroom dual-key units for you at 678 sqft
RV Altitude (D09) Freehold (140 units) - TOP in 2022
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RV Altitude is a freehold apartment with a total of 140 units within a 21-floor building. There are 6-unit types consisting of A (2 Bedroom), B1 (2 Bedroom Premium), B2 (2 Bedroom Premium), B3 (2 Bedroom Premium), C1 (2 Bedroom Dual Key) and C2 (2 Bedroom Dual Key) completed in 2022.
RV Altitude has 2 bedroom dual-key units from 624 sqft to 635 sqft.
RV Altitude has 2 bedroom dual-key units from 624 sqft to 635 sqft.
Sophia Hills (D09) 99 years (493 units) - TOP in 2021
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Sophia Hills is a hill top condo development consisting of one 7-storey block, one 5-storey block, four 6-storey blocks and six 4-storey blocks. An interesting aspect of the project is that Sophia Hills restored 3 conserved buildings in the area and develop them into a clubhouse, restaurant and kindergarten and childcare centre with facilities spread over the entire development.
Sophia Hills has a large number of 228 units of 2-bedroom dual-key units ranging between 689 sqft to 753 sqft.
Sophia Hills has a large number of 228 units of 2-bedroom dual-key units ranging between 689 sqft to 753 sqft.
Liv On Sophia (D09) Freehold (64 units)
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Liv On Sophia is a freehold condo development in Rochor, District 09. Completed in 2018, Liv On Sophia has 64 units in 1 block. Liv On Sophia is within walking distance to MRT stations such as Dhoby Ghaut MRT and Bencoolen MRT, providing residents much convenience access to other parts of Singapore. Liv On Sophia is also close to schools like School of the Arts, Singapore, Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (Campus 2) and Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (Campus 1).
There are 2 bedroom dual-key units in Liv On Sophia ranging from 527 sqft to 710 sqft.
There are 2 bedroom dual-key units in Liv On Sophia ranging from 527 sqft to 710 sqft.
35 Gilstead (D11) Freehold (70 units) - TOP in 2024
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35 Gilstead features luxurious apartments spread over 3 buildings each of 5 stories tall. There will be a total of 70 units with private lifts installed in each individual unit. Available unit types include penthouses with the option of 1 to 3-bedroom per unit. 35 Gilstead will be equipped with high-end kitchen appliances and complemented with top-quality finishings like marble flooring and a quartz kitchen top.
35 Gilstead has 2 bedroom dual-key units at around 700 sqft
35 Gilstead has 2 bedroom dual-key units at around 700 sqft
