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Toa Payoh is a central, practical base on the North–South Line. Orchard and the CBD are a straight run, with natural transfers at Bishan for the Circle Line and Newton for the Downtown Line. Daily life is simple around HDB Hub, Toa Payoh Public Library and the town centre’s clinics, banks and supermarkets. Hawker classics cluster at Toa Payoh West (Lor 1), Vista Market (Lor 4/5) and Kim Keat Palm (Lor 7). For fresh air, the Kallang Park Connector skirts the estate, handy for jogs and cycling. Housing is mainly mature HDBs with several condos near the centre (e.g., Trevista, Trellis, Oleander). Rents are generally more approachable than Orchard/Novena but firmer than outer-town estates.

HDB Common Room for Rent in Toa Payoh · 79B Toa Payoh Central, 312079 · S$ 1,000/mo - Image 1 of 4

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Toa Payoh · 79B Toa Payoh Central, 312079 · S$ 1,000/mo - Image 4 of 4

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79B Toa Payoh Central

Toa Payoh, Central Singapore

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Novena · 93 Whampoa Drive, 320093 · S$ 1,200/mo - Image 1 of 4

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93 Whampoa Drive

Novena, Central Singapore

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HDB Master Room for Rent in Toa Payoh · 145 Lorong 2 Toa Payoh, 310145 · S$ 1,900/mo - Image 1 of 3

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S$ 1,900/mo

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145 Lorong 2 Toa Payoh

Toa Payoh, Central Singapore

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Toa Payoh · 145 Lorong 2 Toa Payoh, 310145 · S$ 1,300/mo - Image 1 of 4

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145 Lorong 2 Toa Payoh

Toa Payoh, Central Singapore

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Toa Payoh · 222 Lorong 8 Toa Payoh, 310222 · S$ 870/mo - Image 1 of 3

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222 Lorong 8 Toa Payoh

Toa Payoh, Central Singapore

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Condo Master Room for Rent in Novena · 190 Moulmein Road, 308095 · S$ 2,500/mo - Image 1 of 4

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190 Moulmein Road

Novena, Central Singapore

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Toa Payoh · 100 Lorong 1 Toa Payoh, 310100 · S$ 850/mo - Image 1 of 4

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S$ 850/mo

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100 Lorong 1 Toa Payoh

Toa Payoh, Central Singapore

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Condo Common Room for Rent in Toa Payoh · 808 Thomson Road, 298190 · S$ 1,800/mo - Image 1 of 7

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808 Thomson Road

Toa Payoh, Central Singapore

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Toa Payoh · 234 Lorong 8 Toa Payoh, 310234 · S$ 950/mo - Image 1 of 7

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234 Lorong 8 Toa Payoh

Toa Payoh, Central Singapore

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HDB Master Room for Rent in Novena · 117B Jalan Tenteram, 322117 · S$ 1,800/mo - Image 1 of 2

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117B Jalan Tenteram

Novena, Central Singapore

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Prome Road

Novena, Central Singapore

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Novena · 74 Whampoa Drive, 320074 · S$ 1,300/mo - Image 1 of 1

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S$ 1,300/mo

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74 Whampoa Drive

Novena, Central Singapore

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Novena · 100 Whampoa Drive, 320100 · S$ 1,600/mo - Image 1 of 6

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100 Whampoa Drive

Novena, Central Singapore

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Landed Common Room for Rent in Novena · 12 Boon Teck Road, 329586 · S$ 600/mo - Image 1 of 2

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12 Boon Teck Road

Novena, Central Singapore

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Novena · 96 Whampoa Drive, 320096 · S$ 650/mo - Image 1 of 5

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S$ 650/mo

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96 Whampoa Drive

Novena, Central Singapore

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Toa Payoh · 195 Kim Keat Avenue, 310195 · S$ 500/mo - Image 1 of 5

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195 Kim Keat Avenue

Toa Payoh, Central Singapore

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Toa Payoh · 38 Lorong 5 Toa Payoh, 310038 · S$ 1,300/mo - Image 1 of 4

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38 Lorong 5 Toa Payoh

Toa Payoh, Central Singapore

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Novena · 39 Jalan Bahagia, 320039 · S$ 1,500/mo - Image 1 of 5

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39 Jalan Bahagia

Novena, Central Singapore

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Condo Common Room for Rent in Novena · 456 Balestier Road, 329832 · S$ 1,700/mo - Image 1 of 1

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S$ 1,700/mo

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456 Balestier Road

Novena, Central Singapore

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Condo Master Room for Rent in Novena · 456 Balestier Road, 329832 · S$ 2,000/mo - Image 1 of 1

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S$ 2,000/mo

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456 Balestier Road

Novena, Central Singapore

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Toa Payoh · 261 Toa Payoh East, 310261 · S$ 800/mo - Image 1 of 3

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S$ 800/mo

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261 Toa Payoh East

Toa Payoh, Central Singapore

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Toa Payoh · 169 Lorong 1 Toa Payoh, 310169 · S$ 1,050/mo - Image 1 of 4

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Toa Payoh · 169 Lorong 1 Toa Payoh, 310169 · S$ 1,050/mo - Image 4 of 4

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169 Lorong 1 Toa Payoh

Toa Payoh, Central Singapore

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Toa Payoh · 270A Toa Payoh East, 311270 · S$ 1,200/mo - Image 1 of 2

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S$ 1,200/mo

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270A Toa Payoh East

Toa Payoh, Central Singapore

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Toa Payoh · 159 Lorong 1 Toa Payoh, 310159 · S$ 1,350/mo - Image 1 of 8

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159 Lorong 1 Toa Payoh

Toa Payoh, Central Singapore

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436B Fernvale Road

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Bukit Merah · 64 Telok Blangah Drive · S$ 1,800/mo - Image 1 of 1

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S$ 1,800/mo

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64 Telok Blangah Drive

Bukit Merah, Central Singapore

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Condo Master Room for Rent in Bukit Timah · 1 Jalan Anak Bukit · S$ 1,700/mo - Image 1 of 1

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1 Jalan Anak Bukit

Bukit Timah, Central Singapore

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HDB Master Room for Rent in Queenstown · 31 Margaret Drive · S$ 400/mo - Image 1 of 1

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S$ 400/mo

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31 Margaret Drive

Queenstown, Central Singapore

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Landed Common Room for Rent in River Valley · 131 Devonshire Road · S$ 1,650/mo - Image 1 of 1

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131 Devonshire Road

River Valley, Central Singapore

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Landed Common Room for Rent in Jurong West · 128 Westwood Crescent · S$ 1,500/mo - Image 1 of 1

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128 Westwood Crescent

Jurong West, West Singapore

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Tampines · 896A Tampines Street 81 · S$ 1,000/mo - Image 1 of 1

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S$ 1,000/mo

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896A Tampines Street 81

Tampines, East Singapore

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Landed Common Room for Rent in Rochor · Upper Weld Road · S$ 650/mo - Image 1 of 1

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S$ 650/mo

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Upper Weld Road

Rochor, Central Singapore

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HDB Master Room for Rent in Sembawang · 492 Admiralty Link · S$ 1,200/mo - Image 1 of 1

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492 Admiralty Link

Sembawang, North Singapore

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Condo Common Room for Rent in Tanglin · 16B Margoliouth Road · S$ 1,600/mo - Image 1 of 1

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16B Margoliouth Road

Tanglin, Central Singapore

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Condo Common Room for Rent in Tampines · 3 Simei Street 3 · S$ 1,149/mo - Image 1 of 1

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S$ 1,149/mo

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3 Simei Street 3

Tampines, East 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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Condo Common Room for Rent in Outram · 1 Park Road · S$ 1,700/mo - Image 1 of 1

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1 Park Road

Outram, Central Singapore

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Pasir Ris · 710 Pasir Ris Street 72 · S$ 1,000/mo - Image 1 of 1

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710 Pasir Ris Street 72

Pasir Ris, East Singapore

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Bukit Panjang · 242 Bukit Panjang Ring Road · S$ 650/mo - Image 1 of 1

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242 Bukit Panjang Ring Road

Bukit Panjang, West Singapore

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HDB Common Room for Rent in Jurong West · 660A Jurong West Street 64 · S$ 1,150/mo - Image 1 of 1

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660A Jurong West Street 64

Jurong West, West Singapore

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988A Jurong West Street 93

Jurong West, West Singapore

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HDB Master Room for Rent in Queenstown · 31 Margaret Drive · S$ 400/mo - Image 1 of 1

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31 Margaret Drive

Queenstown, Central Singapore

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Condo Common Room for Rent in Bukit Timah · 1 Jalan Anak Bukit · S$ 900/mo - Image 1 of 1

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1 Jalan Anak Bukit

Bukit Timah, Central Singapore

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134 Jalan Bukit Merah

Bukit Merah, Central Singapore

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Ask about air-con use and costs. Many HDB owners let you run it at night but expect you to share the electricity bill or servicing costs. Check that the air-con unit is working well. If it's older, it might be noisier or less efficient.

HDB has ethnic integration policies that may affect room rentals. Some HDB flat owners can only rent to tenants of certain ethnic groups to maintain racial balance in the block. This is a government policy, not discrimination. Ask landlords upfront about any restrictions and understand it's about maintaining community diversity, not personal preference.

Condos often run entirely on electricity (no city gas), so heavy air-con or hot water use can push up the power bill. Expect to split utilities—electricity, water, internet—with housemates. Clarify your share and which bills are included in your rent to avoid surprises.

Master rooms cost more because they’re typically the largest room and come with an attached bathroom. You’re paying a premium for the extra space, privacy, and convenience. They may also get better wardrobes, windows, and layout. Premiums vary by location, building type, and whether utilities are included.

Landed properties may require different maintenance approaches for multiple levels, outdoor areas, and potentially more complex systems. Understand your responsibilities versus the landlord's, know how to access different areas safely, and establish procedures for reporting issues. Consider whether you're comfortable with the maintenance demands of a larger property.

Studios are energy-efficient to cool with one air-con unit covering the entire space. However, cooking heat and humidity affect the whole living area immediately. Good ventilation becomes crucial - ensure windows open for cross-ventilation and the kitchen has effective exhaust. Consider the orientation and whether the unit gets direct sunlight, which can make small spaces uncomfortably warm.

Look for stains on ceilings, peeling paint, and musty smells after rain. Outside, inspect gutters, downpipes, and ground drains for blockages. Ask about recent roof repairs and how quickly water pooling or leaks are handled when reported.

Measure wardrobe depth, check for full-length hanging, and look for shelves that suit daily items. Visualize bed placement, door swing, and airflow. Make sure a desk or cot fits without blocking pathways or covering sockets and switches.