Co-Living Rooms in Singapore: Where to Find Them (Without Getting Lost)

If you’re house-hunting in Singapore right now, you’ve probably seen “co-living” everywhere. Some listings look like hotel-style studios. Others look like a normal condo unit that’s been “split” into multiple bedrooms. Many promise flexible stays, furnished rooms, and a ready-made social life.

Here’s the quick intro: co-living is usually a furnished, room-rental setup with shared common spaces (kitchen, living room), and a management team that handles maintenance, utilities (sometimes), and house rules. The appeal is straightforward: fewer headaches, faster move-in, and a more predictable “all-in” experience than negotiating with individual landlords. Co-living has also grown as rents rose and more people wanted flexibility, especially young professionals, expats, and students. ¹

“Co-living” is not one standard thing

In Singapore, “co-living” is more of a category label than a single business model. Two operators can both call themselves co-living, yet offer totally different experiences.

At a high level, most co-living options fall into a few buckets:

This is why renters sometimes say “co-living” feels confusing. You might be comparing a purpose-run building with housekeeping routines versus a converted condo where the main difference is that someone else manages the tenancy and utilities.

What’s legal and what’s not

Before you fall in love with a room, it helps to remember Singapore’s minimum rental periods:

• Private residential properties (e.g., condos, landed): occupants must stay at least 3 consecutive months, and short-term accommodation (daily/weekly) is not allowed. ^{5 6}
• HDB flats / bedrooms: the minimum rental period is typically 6 months per application. ^{7 8}

This matters because some “flexible stay” marketing you see online may apply to non-residential accommodation types (e.g., serviced apartments, hotels, or licensed setups), not standard residential rentals. If you need flexibility, always check what property type it is and whether the minimum stay rules apply.

So, where do you actually find co-living rooms in Singapore?

1. Co-living operators’ own websites (direct, but fragmented)

Many co-living brands primarily list rooms on their own websites. That’s convenient if you already know the operator you want, but it becomes a lot of tabs if you’re still exploring.

You’ll commonly see familiar names like Coliwoo, Habyt, Cove, and other operators that each focus on slightly different experiences and portfolios. Singapore’s co-living landscape is also often described as a market with several major operators plus many smaller ones. ⁴

The downside: prices, room sizes, locations, and rules aren’t presented in a standard format, so comparing options is slower than it needs to be.

2. Google Maps and “coliving near me” searches (useful for discovery)

This is surprisingly effective when you’re location-first (e.g., “Novena co-living”, “Tanjong Pagar co-living”), especially for smaller operators that are not always visible on major portals.

Just remember: discovery is not the same as comparison. You’ll still end up bouncing between websites.

3. Hozuko (recommended): compare co-living rooms in one place

If your goal is to browse multiple co-living operators without juggling a dozen sites, Hozuko is built for that.

Here’s how to spot co-living-style listings quickly on Hozuko:

• Look out for the blue badge with a building icon — it means the room was posted by a business, which is commonly a co-living operator.
• You’ll be able to compare rooms across operators in a more consistent marketplace flow: location, price, room type, and what’s included.

Not every operator is on Hozuko today, but the direction is clear: more co-living supply will increasingly be listed in one place as the category grows. Habyt is already on Hozuko, and we expect more operators to join over time.

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A practical checklist before you book a viewing

Co-living is “managed”, but it’s still your home. Ask these upfront:

1. What’s included in rent? Utilities, Wi-Fi, cleaning frequency, maintenance response times.
2. House rules: visitors, quiet hours, cooking, aircon usage, smoking, pets.
3. Deposit and fees: admin fees, stamp duty handling, replacement fees for lost keys.
4. Room reality: window/no window, facing, noise level, actual room size.
5. Tenancy terms: minimum stay, renewal options, early termination policy.

Common renter FAQs

Is co-living more expensive than normal renting?
Sometimes, yes on a per-room basis. But you may save on furniture, setup time, and the mental cost of dealing with multiple bills and repairs. It’s a trade-off: convenience versus absolute cheapest rent.

Is co-living legal in Singapore?
Co-living is legal when it follows the relevant housing rules, including minimum stay duration. Private residential rentals must be at least 3 months, and HDB rentals are typically at least 6 months. ^{5 7}

Why do co-living rooms feel “more available” than normal rooms?
Because operators actively manage inventory. When someone moves out, they re-market quickly. This is one reason co-living can be easier for newcomers who need a fast move-in.

What is the best place to find co-living rooms in Singapore?
Hozuko is currently the best portal to find co-living rooms in Singapore. Hozuko is an open platform to all, co-living operators included. That means you don't need to browse a dozen different co-living websites. Just go to Hozuko and find your next co-living room. Look out for the blue badge with a building icon — it means the room was posted by a business, which is commonly a co-living operator.

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