{"id":8794,"date":"2019-01-03T11:23:00","date_gmt":"2019-01-03T03:23:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/?p=8794"},"modified":"2019-01-03T11:23:00","modified_gmt":"2019-01-03T03:23:00","slug":"are-cheap-serviced-apartments-a-myth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/explore\/are-cheap-serviced-apartments-a-myth\/","title":{"rendered":"Are cheap serviced apartments a myth?"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;padding-4-percent&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#fefeff&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;10px&#8221; top_margin=&#8221;-20%&#8221; width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221;]<div class=\"divider-wrap\"><div style=\"margin-top: 5px; width: 100px; height: 10px; margin-bottom: 5px;\" data-width=\"100\" data-animate=\"yes\" data-animation-delay=\"\" data-color=\"accent-color\" class=\"divider-small-border\"><\/div><\/div>[vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Are cheap serviced apartments a myth?&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h1|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1546484948666{margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Check out these budget serviced apartments in central Singapore and judge for yourself.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1546485250202{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]Location location location. It\u2019s the only thing we look at when searching for lodging. Actually, no. Price location price. Yea, that&#8217;s more like it.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s not easy trying to find the ideal apartment with a reasonable price at the perfect location. Fret not, for I have taken the time out of my day to help a fellow traveller. This piece is dedicated to those picky tight-<a href=\"https:\/\/metroresidences.com\/sg\/expat-life\/everyday-living\/for-the-expat-in-singapore-on-a-shoestring-budget\/\">budgeters<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1546485417625{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]<b>1. <a href=\"https:\/\/metroresidences.com\/sg\/serviced-apartments\/farrer-park\/2529\">Sky Perch I-B<\/a><\/b>[\/vc_column_text][vc_gallery type=&#8221;flexslider_style&#8221; images=&#8221;8795,8797,8798,8800,8796&#8243; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; custom_links_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; custom_links=&#8221;https:\/\/metroresidences.com\/sg\/serviced-apartments\/farrer-park\/2529,https:\/\/metroresidences.com\/sg\/serviced-apartments\/farrer-park\/2529,https:\/\/metroresidences.com\/sg\/serviced-apartments\/farrer-park\/2529,https:\/\/metroresidences.com\/sg\/serviced-apartments\/farrer-park\/2529,https:\/\/metroresidences.com\/sg\/serviced-apartments\/farrer-park\/2529&#8243;][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1546485674696{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]\n<p class=\"paragraph ng-attr-widget\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Home is where the heart is. If the heart of Singapore is the Central District, then this home isn&#8217;t too far off. Located within the bustling parameters of Farrer Park, you\u2019ll just be a stone&#8217;s throw away from the core of Singapore. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Location<\/strong> &#8211;\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/metroresidences.com\/sg\/expat-life\/explore\/interesting-things-to-discover-while-living-in-farrer-park\/\">Farrer Park<\/a> offers a plethora of options for food, shopping and fun. Good thing Sky Perch is located where the good choices are.<\/p>\n<p class=\"paragraph ng-attr-widget\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Littered everywhere around Little India and Serangoon, you will find a great number of Indian restaurants, western style cafes and local coffee shops. <a href=\"https:\/\/metroresidences.com\/sg\/expat-life\/everyday-living\/grocery-shopping-guide-in-singapore-part-1-supermarkets\/\">Grocery<\/a> shopping at Tekka and luxury shopping at City Square Mall means you won&#8217;t have to travel far to get what you need and want. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Sky Perch is also located just 10 mins away from Farrer Park MRT; which connects you to the city in less than 15mins.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Amenities<\/strong> &#8211; Even at a low price, this apartment comes with condo facilities like a long lap pool and a modern gym. So you won&#8217;t be losing when paying less for this apartment. (You also won&#8217;t have an excuse not to work out.) <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Living<\/strong> &#8211; The budget one bedroom option here offers a quaint space in a clean contemporary interior. Modern travellers needs are met with a pleasant bathroom featuring a gorgeous view. Oh yea, the view from the balcony? It\u2019s great. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Positioning<\/strong> &#8211; Placed on a relatively high floor, this unit offers quite the spectacle come nightfall. Busy Farrer park turns into a calming light show from up there. Giving you space to chill and soak it all in.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1546485462808{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]<b>2. <a href=\"https:\/\/metroresidences.com\/sg\/serviced-apartments\/newton\/2818\">Manhattan Park I-B<\/a><\/b>[\/vc_column_text][vc_gallery type=&#8221;flexslider_style&#8221; images=&#8221;8805,8806,8807&#8243; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; custom_links_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; custom_links=&#8221;https:\/\/metroresidences.com\/sg\/serviced-apartments\/newton\/2818,https:\/\/metroresidences.com\/sg\/serviced-apartments\/newton\/2818,https:\/\/metroresidences.com\/sg\/serviced-apartments\/newton\/2818&#8243;][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1546485705397{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]\n<p class=\"paragraph ng-attr-widget\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Somewhere closer to town you ask? I know just the place. Here\u2019s one in Newton. That&#8217;s one stop away from Orchard; the spectacle of Singapore\u2019s city scene, laden with shopping malls and luxury brands.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Location<\/strong> &#8211; Manhattan Park is a 10 mins walk away from Newton MRT. The proximity to this train station is only the tip of the convenience-iceberg.<\/p>\n<p>Being close to Newton station also means its next to Newton Food Centre; a famous grub hub with a wide selection of local and regional dishes that will have your back late into the night. Newton is also known for its rich expatriate neighbourhoods.<\/p>\n<p>Those lovely expats coming into Singapore will be glad to know that you\u2019ll be joining well-established support community.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Amenities<\/strong> &#8211; Just like the condo before, you can look to a daily refreshing dip in the pool this building offers and it comes with a spanking new gym. For those with families, you\u2019ll be glad to know that Newton houses a number of high profile education institutes. Also, just 10 mins away, you\u2019ll find a Cold Storage Supermarket for your <a href=\"https:\/\/metroresidences.com\/sg\/expat-life\/everyday-living\/grocery-shopping-in-singapore-part-2-unique-artisan-online-grocers\/\">grocery<\/a> needs.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Living<\/strong> &#8211; The building is less than 4 years old so you can expect new facilities, infrastructure and services.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Positioning<\/strong> &#8211; This particular unit is located on a high floor. The seat on your balcony will be overlooking a great view of town. Turn up for work with ease of a strategic location, turn down after with a picturesque scene up high.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1546485492833{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]<b>3. <a href=\"https:\/\/metroresidences.com\/sg\/serviced-apartments\/novena\/2683\">Sumato Grand V<\/a><\/b>[\/vc_column_text][vc_gallery type=&#8221;flexslider_style&#8221; images=&#8221;8811,8808,8809,8810&#8243; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; custom_links_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; custom_links=&#8221;https:\/\/metroresidences.com\/sg\/serviced-apartments\/novena\/2683,https:\/\/metroresidences.com\/sg\/serviced-apartments\/novena\/2683,https:\/\/metroresidences.com\/sg\/serviced-apartments\/novena\/2683,https:\/\/metroresidences.com\/sg\/serviced-apartments\/novena\/2683&#8243;][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1546485627445{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]\n<p class=\"paragraph ng-attr-widget\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This next cheap serviced apartment option in Singapore is chock-full of amenities and is ideal for the traveller who would rather not drive their time away here. Introducing Sumato Grand V.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Location<\/strong> &#8211; Nestled in a quiet neighbourhood, this apartment is located on the fringe of the city centre. The tall lush trees conveniently block out the hum of traffic and it isn&#8217;t too far from Novena MRT station.<\/p>\n<p>With malls like Velocity, United Shopping Mall, Square 2 and Novena Square just a mere walk away, you\u2019ll be drowned in the ease of living with this choice.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Amenities<\/strong> &#8211; Here\u2019s where it gets exciting. The building of this apartment houses a handful of great amenities. To start it off, there isn&#8217;t just one swimming pool. You\u2019ll be glad to know that through this unit you\u2019ll be connected to a various number of pools.<\/p>\n<p>Ever feel like a change of scenery or perhaps incorporate some greenery into your life? Well, Sumato Grand offers a number of sky gardens to kick back relax in.<\/p>\n<p>If you would rather head outdoors to have a meal, you\u2019ll find the alfresco dining area right up your alley. For parties and gatherings, you are even given the option of a function pavilion. More reason to get the crew together!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Living<\/strong> &#8211; This one-bedroom sits next to a wide panel window. You can expect the warm sunshine to greet you in the mornings and great views to come back to at night. The apartment is designed to give a clean and minimal feel, with pale wood interiors and crisp marble flooring.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Positioning<\/strong> &#8211; Sumato Grand V offers a balcony with an intriguing view. Stretched across central Singapore, you get to overlook a scenic expressway. The sun sets particularly cinematic as the cars fade into the horizon here.<\/p>\n<p>Counting cars and chasing light, the tall trees around the area dampen and block out the sound from the busy street so you won&#8217;t have to worry about the noise.<\/p>\n<p>So that\u2019s my pick for a great stay in central Singapore of you\u2019re looking for budget short or long-term serviced apartment stays. Love to see more? 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