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About Geylang

Geylang sits just east of the city, bordered by Kallang and Marine Parade, with quick access via Paya Lebar, Aljunied and Eunos MRT, plus Ubi on the Downtown Line. Driving to the PIE/KPE is straightforward. Daily needs are covered by PLQ Mall, SingPost Centre and Paya Lebar Square, alongside Geylang Serai Market, Sims Vista Market, and Wisma Geylang Serai’s community amenities. The Geylang Park Connector links easily to Marina Bay. Housing runs from HDB clusters in Geylang East to walk-up apartments and conserved shophouse units, plus newer condos near Paya Lebar. It’s a lively, late-supper kind of neighbourhood—affordable for the city fringe, with tons of food.

HDB Common Room for Rent in Geylang · 21 Eunos Crescent, 400021 · S$ 1,000/mo - Image 1 of 2

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61 Circuit Road

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Geylang · 121 Paya Lebar Way, 381121 · S$ 1,300/mo - Image 1 of 3

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121 Paya Lebar Way

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54 Cassia Crescent

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Geylang · 99 Aljunied Crescent, 380099 · S$ 800/mo - Image 1 of 3

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99 Aljunied Crescent

Geylang, Central Singapore

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Geylang · 38A Eunos Road 2, 401038 · S$ 1,500/mo - Image 1 of 5

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38A Eunos Road 2

Geylang, Central Singapore

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45 Sims Drive

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Geylang · 3 Joo Chiat Road, 420003 · S$ 950/mo - Image 1 of 4

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3 Joo Chiat Road

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50 Circuit Road

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Geylang · 122 Geylang East Central, 380122 · S$ 1,000/mo - Image 1 of 1

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122 Geylang East Central

Geylang, Central Singapore

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Geylang · 314 Ubi Avenue 1, 400314 · S$ 650/mo - Image 1 of 4

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314 Ubi Avenue 1

Geylang, Central Singapore

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121 Paya Lebar Way

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59 Circuit Road

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18 Eunos Crescent

Geylang, Central Singapore

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Geylang · 347 Ubi Avenue 1, 400347 · S$ 960/mo - Image 1 of 2

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347 Ubi Avenue 1

Geylang, Central Singapore

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2B Geylang Serai

Geylang, Central Singapore

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2B Geylang Serai

Geylang, Central Singapore

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85 Circuit Road

Geylang, Central Singapore

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HDB Master Room for Rent in Geylang · 102 Aljunied Crescent, 380102 · S$ 1,000/mo - Image 1 of 2

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102 Aljunied Crescent

Geylang, Central Singapore

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707 Clementi West Street 2

Clementi, West Singapore

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420 Fajar Road

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849 Jurong West Street 81

Jurong West, West Singapore

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Hougang · 138 Lorong Ah Soo · S$ 850/mo - Image 1 of 1

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138 Lorong Ah Soo

Hougang, North East Singapore

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Jurong East · 264 Jurong East Street 24 · S$ 1,200/mo - Image 1 of 1

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264 Jurong East Street 24

Jurong East, West Singapore

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Choa Chu Kang · 488D Choa Chu Kang Avenue 5 · S$ 850/mo - Image 1 of 1

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488D Choa Chu Kang Avenue 5

Choa Chu Kang, West Singapore

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Bedok · 45 Chai Chee Street · S$ 750/mo - Image 1 of 1

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45 Chai Chee Street

Bedok, East Singapore

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113 Tao Ching Road

Jurong West, West Singapore

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124A Bukit Merah View

Bukit Merah, Central Singapore

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387 Tampines Street 32

Tampines, East Singapore

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Woodlands · 504 Woodlands Drive 14 · S$ 950/mo - Image 1 of 1

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504 Woodlands Drive 14

Woodlands, North Singapore

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661 Woodlands Ring Road

Woodlands, North Singapore

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Bedok · 221B Bedok Central · S$ 1,100/mo - Image 1 of 1

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221B Bedok Central

Bedok, East Singapore

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660A Jurong West Street 64

Jurong West, West Singapore

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211 Bukit Batok Street 21

Bukit Batok, West Singapore

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232 Bain Street

Downtown Core, Central Singapore

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817B Keat Hong Link

Choa Chu Kang, West Singapore

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171 Stirling Road

Queenstown, Central Singapore

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502 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 5

Ang Mo Kio, North East Singapore

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242 Bishan Street 22

Bishan, Central Singapore

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FAQs

Landed houses have different safety profiles with multiple entry points, windows at various levels, and potential outdoor access. Ensure proper locks on your room and understand emergency evacuation routes from upper floors. Consider personal security measures and understand neighborhood safety patterns, especially if your room has ground-level access.

Choose multi-functional furniture like a loft bed with desk underneath or storage ottomans. Use mirrors to create illusion of space and maximize natural light with light-colored curtains. Vertical storage solutions like wall-mounted shelves save floor space. Keep the room clutter-free and consider a small fan for better air circulation if the room feels stuffy.

While landlords pay maintenance fees directly, these costs often influence rental prices. Understand what facilities and services these fees cover, as higher fees might mean better maintenance and amenities. Ask about any special assessments or major repair works that might affect the building during your tenancy.

Master rooms offer more privacy for hosting but require coordination with housemates about guest policies. Clarify overnight guest limits, shared area usage when you have visitors, and whether guests can use common facilities. Be considerate about noise levels and bathroom queue times when hosting. Your ensuite provides privacy but ensure guests understand house rules and respect other tenants' space.

Some noise might travel, yes. If the two bedrooms share a wall, you may hear talking or TV from the other room. Layouts that put bedrooms on opposite sides of the living room help. Also, newer buildings often have thicker walls.

Consider your long-term needs and budget carefully. 4-bedroom units cost significantly more in rent and utilities, but offer future flexibility as families grow. The extra space can serve as home offices, guest rooms, or hobby areas. However, if you won't use the space effectively, a 3-bedroom might be more economical. Factor in the cost per square foot and your actual space utilization.

North-facing units stay cooler but may have less natural light, while west-facing units get hot afternoon sun but brighter interiors. East-facing units get morning sun, and south-facing units receive consistent light throughout the day. Consider your lifestyle, air-con usage, and preference for natural light versus heat management.

Expect a quieter, more suburban lifestyle with potentially longer commutes to city centers. You'll have more space and privacy but fewer nearby amenities compared to HDB or condo living. The pace is generally slower, with more responsibility for property upkeep. Consider whether you prefer the space and tranquility over urban convenience and connectivity.