Guides
How-to, tips, and insights about renting in Singapore

Renters’ FAQ: Clear answers for first-time and seasoned tenants
What to expect from search to signing — rules, timelines, and practical checks that help you avoid surprises

Where to Post Property for Rent in Singapore (2025)
The best places to post and how to stand out

Cost of Living in Singapore (2025): What Renters Should Expect
A practical breakdown of rent, bills, transport, and food for newcomers

Co-living in Singapore: origins, momentum, outlook
How it started and how it stacks up against other ways to rent

Is a Studio Right for You? A Renter’s Guide for Singapore
What a studio apartment is, and how it compares to renting a room or a 1-bedroom — so you can pick the setup that actually fits your life

Find the Right Housemate, Faster
Practical steps to attract good housemates — and how listing (and verifying) on Hozuko gets you seen

Couples’ Rental Playbook: Master Room, Studio, 1BR or 2BR?
Master room vs studio vs 1BR vs 2BR — the practical trade-offs for couples in Singapore

Family Renting in Singapore: What Really Matters
A practical checklist for parents: rules, schools, space, and daily life trade-offs before you sign a lease

Renting a Room in Singapore (2025): From Searching to Signing
Room hunting made simple: search, view, verify, sign

Renting a Home in Singapore (2025)
Clear steps, key checks, and how HDB, condos, and landed homes differ — plus where to actually find verified, direct-landlord listings

Spotting Fake Listings in Singapore: A Renter’s Field Guide
Sanity-check price, verify people, and never pay to view — tips to avoid rental scams

How to Rent Out a Room in Singapore
Simple rules, legal must-dos, and listing tips — so you rent out a room with confidence

Room Decoration Ideas for an Instant Glow-Up
Warm light, personal art, mirrors, and simple storage that change the space without risking your deposit

Top 5 Room Rental Sites in Singapore (2025)
Where to find real rooms fast, what each platform is best at, and how to avoid time-wasters

From Serangoon to the Sea: Renting in the North-East
Best areas, who they suit, and easy weekend ideas from Serangoon to Punggol

North Side Living: Calm Streets, Big Parks, Easy Weekends
Best areas, who they suit, and easy weekend plans up north

Near Everything: Renting in Central Singapore
Practical area picks for CBD access, weekend fun, and everyday ease

East Side Living: A Renter’s Guide
Best areas, who they suit, and simple ways to enjoy your weekends

Where to Live in West Singapore
From Jurong Lake to Upper Bukit Timah — where to live, who it suits, and what weekends look like

Win the Renter: What Tenants Really Look For in Singapore
Price, location, condition, furnishing, and landlord factor — the five signals that actually drive enquiries and offers

Older vs Newer HDB Rentals in Singapore: What Actually Changes
Space feel, maintenance, upgrades, rules, and day-to-day trade-offs to help you choose the right HDB rental
Bang-for-Buck Furniture That Elevates a Rental Room
Smarter picks that look good, work hard, and move with you

Before You Rent a Landed House in Singapore
The practical differences compared to HDB/condo that affect daily life and your budget

Flat-Sharing, Minus the Drama
Practical etiquette for shared kitchens, bathrooms, and bills

Don’t Pay to View: Avoid Advance-Fee Rental Scams in Singapore
Spot the red flags, verify the people, and only pay when the basics are in place

Before You Sign: The Essential Singapore Viewing Checklist
Simple steps to avoid nasty surprises

Don’t Lose Your Deposit
Simple steps to protect your money from move-in to handover

Renting in Singapore? Watch out for Mold
Smart habits and low-cost tools to protect your clothes, leather, and bed

Furnished vs Unfurnished Rentals in Singapore: Pros & Cons
Choose based on stay length, budget, and how much control you want

Avoid Illegal HDB Rentals
What landlords must do and what tenants should verify

Should You Rent on Your Own or Use an Agent in Singapore?
A practical guide to cost, control, and peace of mind
Which Side of Singapore Fits You?
East vs West vs North vs North-East vs Central — how each one feels to live in

HDB vs Condo: What Renters Should Know
HDB or Condo rental in Singapore? Which suits you better?
What is a Letter of Intent (LOI)?
Found your next home? Sign an LOI to lock it in before someone else does.

What is Tenancy Agreement (TA)?
New to renting? Learn what a Tenancy Agreement includes: from diplomatic clause, inventory list, to stamp duty

First Rental Options in Singapore: Pros & Cons
A straightforward guide for fresh grads or single first-time renters to pick the right first home.
How to Create Listing that Attracts Tenants
Want tenants? Create better listings