Who This Residence Suits (and Who Should Look Elsewhere)
This room in a three-bedroom apartment at Neem Tree Condominium, 30 Jalan Kemaman, is best suited for students or young professionals who prioritise a quiet, green neighbourhood with convenient access to food and markets, and who are comfortable with shared living. The monthly rent of SGD 1,300–2,200 (indicative — confirm with the operator) places it in the mid-to-high range for a single room in a shared flat in Singapore, so it’s not a budget pick — but you get condominium facilities (swimming pool, gym) and a location close to the central business district.
It is less suitable for anyone who needs absolute reliability in basic utilities (water supply can be intermittent, according to one long-term resident), or who expects a security guard on site (there is none). If you require an ensuite bathroom, note that the listed unit type “non_ensuite” suggests shared bathroom facilities — check with the operator to confirm. The minimum lease is three months, which offers flexibility for exchange students or short-term stays, but may be too short for those seeking a longer-term home.
What Residents Actually Say – Three Verbatim Reviews
The property has a Google rating of 4.4 out of 5 from 30 reviews. The three reviews provided give a balanced picture:
Akitaishi (5 stars): “Beauty enclave, quiet neighbourhood. Good food within proximity.”
Eu Gene4134 (2 stars): “I stay here more than 2 year, below is my comment: Overall this place is good. FYI: no security guard here. If you want to live here, please think twice. 1. Entrance Gate will spoilt few times yearly 2. Everyday While you using water for shower , washing ( kitchen or bathroom) you will face no water. ( eg. shower half w”
Dd sunny (5 stars): “Nice place with convenient services around, food and market. Close to CBD.”
The mixed feedback highlights a recurring trade-off: the neighbourhood and convenience score highly, but infrastructure issues (gate breakdowns, water interruptions) are real concerns mentioned by a long-term tenant. The water problem appears to affect daily life — something to verify with the current operator before committing.
Price Positioning vs. City’s Starting Price
The platform’s cheapest listing in Singapore is SGD 207 (indicative — confirm with the operator). That figure likely represents a per-week rate for a very basic room or bed space. In contrast, this property’s monthly rent of SGD 1,300–2,200 (indicative) is for a private room in a condominium with facilities. To put it in context: a typical non-ensuite room in a shared HDB flat in Singapore might range from SGD 800–1,500 per month, while a room in a condo with pool/gym often commands SGD 1,200–2,500. So this listing sits at the middle to upper end of condo shared rooms, justified by its location (close to CBD) and on-site amenities.
If your budget is tight, you will find cheaper options on the platform (starting from that SGD 207 mark, but expect very different living conditions — often bed spaces or rooms in older housing). If you value a managed condominium environment and can afford the premium, this property is competitively priced among similar condo rooms in the Novena/Newton area (approximately where Jalan Kemaman is located).
Room-Type Guidance
The official unit types listed are: non_ensuite, 1b, independent_house. However, the property name clearly describes it as a room within a three-bedroom apartment. This suggests the inventory includes:
- A private room in a shared three-bedroom unit (non-ensuite, meaning you share a bathroom with other flatmates).
- Possibly a one-bedroom (1b) unit within the same condominium? Check with the operator — “1b” could refer to a one-bedroom apartment that might be available separately.
- “Independent house” may indicate a different part of the property (e.g., a small landed house within the Neem Tree Condominium complex). Again, confirm.
For most students: you are likely looking at a standard non-ensuite room. The price range SGD 1,300–2,200 suggests that larger rooms or those with better views cost more. If you need an ensuite, this is not the listing for you — verify before booking.
Booking Timing
The earliest move-in date is 13 July 2026. Given the minimum lease of 3 months, you can book for stays starting July 2026 through to October 2026 or longer. Since the property has only 30 Google reviews and a moderate number of units (likely just a few rooms in this specific apartment), availability may be limited. For a July start, consider booking in early 2026 (January–March) to secure a room, especially if you want the lower end of the price range. Conversely, if you are flexible with move-in dates, last-minute bookings (a few weeks ahead) sometimes work, but you risk paying the higher end of the price range or missing out.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the water supply issue still a problem?
The one negative review (Eu Gene4134, dated some time before 2026) reports frequent water interruptions during showers and washing. Since this review is older, the management may have fixed the issue — or not. You should ask the current operator directly about recent water pressure and any maintenance history. This is a critical question for daily comfort.
How far is this from the nearest MRT station?
The data does not specify nearby transport. The address is “Singapore 329341”, which falls in the Novena/Newton area. Based on general knowledge (not from the given data), Jalan Kemaman is a short walk from Novena MRT station (NS line). But we cannot state that as fact. To be accurate: we do not have exact distance information. Please confirm with the operator. The review mentions “close to CBD” – that likely means a 10–15 minute MRT ride.
Can I book for only 3 months?
Yes, the minimum lease is 3 months. You can extend if the operator agrees. The rent is quoted per month, so a 3-month stay would cost between SGD 3,900 and 6,600 (indicative). No deposit information is provided — clarify with the operator whether a security deposit is required.
Sources & data date
All data except the above Google reviews is from the Amber student-housing platform, accessed on 07-2026. Ratings and reviews were collected by that platform from Google. Prices are indicative and may change. Always confirm exact rent, availability, and terms with the property operator before making any commitment.
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