Once you’ve decided on the property type, location and budget, you can start gathering a pool of specific options. You have 2 ways to go about this. You may directly deal with a property agent or work with a service provider. The table below lists the merits, processes and our suggestions.
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Engaging Agents/Landlords Directly |
Work with a Service Provider |
Pros |
1. Cheaper by at least $500 for a similar unit from a service provider 2. More than 9000 condo units and 2000 HDB rooms available for rent |
1. Hassle free – the service provider manages everything. |
Cons |
1. You must manage the whole process from sourcing property options, viewing them, negotiating the rent, cleaning the apartment and subscribing to wi-fi & utilities |
1. More expensive, as the service provider profits monthly from your rent. 2. Smaller pool of options for rent |
Process |
1. Go to a property listing site (list below) 2. Search for properties that match your criteria 3. Contact agent/landlord to get more details & arrange a viewing |
1. Contact a property service provider (our suggestions below) 2. Provide your criteria 3. Service provider will shortlist a few units & arrange viewings |
.The following are a list of accommodation service providers that we suggest to students based on previous working relationships with ESSEC students, service offerings and/or positive reviews. You are welcome to engage other service providers who are not listed here.
Disclaimer: ESSEC does not have a financial relationship with the following service providers and will not be involved in, or stand to gain financially in any transactions between students and service providers. Should you have any queries, please contact our pre-arrival team at sg.pre-arrival@essec.edu.
Disclaimer: ESSEC does not have a financial relationship with the following service providers and will not be involved in, or stand to gain financially in any transactions between students and service providers. Should you have any queries, please contact our pre-arrival team at sg.pre-arrival@essec.edu.
Service Providers
Property Listing Sites
PropertyGuru.com.sg is the leading Singapore Property website - the best place to start your real estate search whether you are an investor, buying for own use, or looking for a place to rent. You can find thousands of properties for sale and rent with detailed information about each property, including maps and photos. We bring you the most comprehensive selection in the market - the most popular condominiums, apartments, HDB flats, houses and commercial properties.
At 99.co, Singapore’s smarter search property website, discover the best way to embark on your real estate journey. Browse through thousands of properties for Sale and for Rent with each listing filled with detailed information, maps and photos. Our comprehensive library of listings contains all the different property types - with the latest HDB resale, Condo, Houses for Sale, Commercial Properties.
Choosing your next home is a difficult decision. We are here to support you with as much information and tools as you can ask for. If you’re an investor or searching for your next home, the latest property news will certainly help inform your decision. If technical information regarding mortgages and property guides is what you require, or if you are a real estate agent who requires more market insights, browse our portal and you will find all that you need. Find your dream home on Singapore’s most intelligent property portal, 99.co. 
SRX is all about making the home seeking and home ownership journey a pleasure. We're building a community that connects home-seekers to their ideal property and helps homeowners manage their most important asset. We provide easy-to-use tools, extensive quality property listings and insightful information to help you find the place you belong.
We've been serving Singapore's real estate industry since 2009, when we first launched our Home Report to help property agents and homeowners establish the price to buy, sell or rent a home. In 2014 we introduced X-Value, allowing anyone to get an accurate estimate of the value of their home instantly online. 1.8 million home reports and 7.0 million X-Value calculations later, we're Singapore's most trusted source of home pricing information. |
Student Services Consultancy (SSC) offers accommodation support up to 3 viewings at a fee of $150.
Contact: Paul Mobile No: +65 9046 1299 Email ID: paul@ssconline.sg 
Coliwoo
We make living in Singapore a better experience with convenient, fuss-free living. As one of the largest co-living service operators in Singapore with over 1,700 keys islandwide, we offer affordable short- and long-term co-living serviced apartment for rent with thoughtfully designed and fully furnished rooms to suit your needs. You get to enjoy superior communal facilities, events as well as member-exclusive perks too! Rental Range: Fully furnished rooms from $2,900/month Location: Orchard, Bukit Timah, Tanjong Pagar, Bugis, Balestier, Serangoon, East Coast Nearest MRT: Orchard/ Somerset/ Outram Park /Tanjong Pagar/ Bugis Website: https://coliwoo.com/ Contact: Jean Teo Mobile No: +65 9790 8585 Email ID: jean.teo@coliwoo.com / enquiry@coliwoo.com (Please quote ESSEC or use your ESSEC Email ID to contact them.) 
Cove
We make it easier, faster and more flexible to rent comfortable homes at honest prices. Our flatshare rooms and private apartments are thoughtfully furnished with maintenance, housekeeping and services included. Our bookings process is digital and hassle free. And our community gets access to exclusive events and perks. Properties offered: Rooms, studios or 1-bedroom apartments in condominiums, shophouses, walk-up apartments, landed houses Rental Range: Rooms from $800 to $2800, studios or 1-BR from $2150 to $4000 Location: 100+ properties all over Singapore Nearest MRT: Numerous Website: cove.sg Contact: Paolo Mobile No: +6531384860 (Whatsapp only) Email ID: enquiries@cove.sg 
Dash Living (f.k.a EasyCity)
Dash Living is the new generation of rental solution in Hong Kong & Singapore for urban professionals. Our mission is to create a global accommodation community through sharing economies and tech, empowering today’s hyper-mobile, tech-savvy millennials to live in the most expensive cities in the world. Customer satisfaction is of utmost importance to us at Dash. We have built a team of skilled individuals who strive to deliver the highest service standards across our portfolio in Hong Kong & Singapore. From ensuring a hassle-free stay to tailoring events to your interests, we are always available to assist and are committed to delivering an enjoyable and fulfilling experience with us. Properties Offered: 600 rooms in Condominiums & Landed Houses Rental Range: Rooms from S$800 to $2,000 Location: All over Singapore Nearest MRT: One-north, Kent Ridge, Haw Par Villa, Clementi Website: https://www.dash.co/en/singapore/ Contact: Arlyn Fontanilla Mobile No: +65 88919630 Email ID: arlyn@dash.co 
Far East Organization
A Serviced Apartment lets you enjoy your stay in Singapore without any hassle. We have unique accommodation experiences to suit your needs in strategic locations island-wide. You can enjoy great savings depending on which location you choose, ranging from quaint neighbourhoods with historical charm to being right in the heart of the city. Properties Offered: Studio, 1-Bedroom to 3-Bedroom apartments Rental Range: S$4,000/month onwards for 2 bedroom apartment (~ S$1,000/student for twin sharing apartment for 4 pax) Location: Numerous Nearest MRT: Clarke Quay/Clementi/Newton/Orchard/Dhoby Ghaut Website: https://www.fareasthospitality.com/en/Serviced-Residences Contact Name: Julianne Especkerman Mobile No: +65 9835 1005 Email ID: julianne@fareast.com.sg 
Hei Homes
Hei Homes is a local co-living agency that provides designer rooms for professional expatriates within Central Singapore. We create beautiful spaces in serviced type apartments with the intent of fostering a community that lives, works, and plays together in comfort and harmony. We will handle all the hassles of renting a room or apartment for you. Our comprehensive services will allow you to continue to focus on things important to you while eliminating the day-to-day stresses of being a tenant. Our mission is to revolutionise urban living by making renting rooms easier. We’re here to prove that Coliving is not just about community, but also stress-free living! Rental Range: - Master Bedroom: S$1800 - S$3,200 - Common Room - S$1,300 - S$2,200 - Pocket Room - S$800 - S$1,000 Location: Farrer Park, Little India, River Valley, Orchard, Dhoby Ghaut, Tiong Bahru, Outram, Novena, Bugis Nearest MRT: Same as the above Website: https://heihomes.co/ Contact person: - Sales: Isha - Operations: Junie Mobile No: +65 8691 0779 (most recommended through whatsapp) Email ID: hello@heihomes.co 
Homey Co-living
We provide homely accommodation in Singapore that is chic, clean, comfortable, convenient and connected. Every one of our spaces boasts contemporary interior design and thoughtful furnishing. They are kept at their best with regular cleaning and maintenance services. They are selected for their strategic location, which allows easy access to amenities and transport nodes, as well as reasonable leasing prices. We make transitioning to a new home easier – a home that keeps you at your best, whether in your career or in meeting new people. Rental Range: $1500 to $4000 Location: the sail@marina bay, one north residence, the warren, the metropolitan, central green condominium and many more Nearest MRT: Raffles place, One north , Choa chu kang, Redhill, Tiong bahru and many more Website: www.homey-coliving.com (search all available only) Contact person: Homey coliving Mobile No: +65 9076 3133 Email ID: homey@avante-co.com 
Keystone by Homestead
Be part of the co-living experience with an exclusive post-graduate and start-up community at Holland Village, Singapore’s bohemian enclave. Stay in beautifully furnished townhouses, 20 minutes from ESSEC, surrounded by arts & culture like nowhere else in Singapore. Properties Offered: Houses for 4-6 people, Rooms in Houses Rental Range: S$1454 to $1666 per room Location: Holland Village Nearest MRT: Holland Village Website: https://www.thekeystone.biz/essec Contact: Roselle Gale Mobile No: +65 9159 4042 Email ID: enquiries@thekeystone.sg 
lyf one-north
lyf one-north Singapore redefines the apartment living experience. Access well-designed social spaces and plug into a diverse and dynamic community of like-minded individuals. Located next to one-north MRT station and surrounded by a host of high-tech landmarks. lyf – A New Way to Belong. Properties Offered: One of a Kind (Studio) and Loft, ideal for 1 to 2 persons Rental Range: from S$3,888 per month (1 Queen Bed) Location: Buona Vista Nearest MRT: one-north Website: https://www.lyfbyascott.com/en/singapore/singapore/lyf-one-north.html Contact: Siti Rosiah ROSLI Mobile No: +65 9820 1902 Email ID: sitirosiah.rosli@the-ascott.com 
The Assembly Place
TAP, is a co-living melting pot of different nationalities where dreams co-exist. Co-living is favourable for people who enjoy a carefree life and value a community alongside individuality. We create an inspiring environment for like-minded people to live, work and play with a wide selection of social spaces that are convenient and flexible. With over 1,000 rooms spanning across 88 locations to date, TAP provides a conducive and carefree environment that you can call home. The benefits we offer are not just about a home that comes with a bed and bathroom but also the best parts of shared living. The flexibility of short-term stays, privileges and amenities coupled with many other attractions are only some of the benefits you will get to enjoy here when you stay with us. Properties Offered: Over 1,000 rooms in co-living units, landed houses, purpose-built space, shophouses, and hotels Rental Range: Fully furnished rooms from $1,200/month Location: Alexandra/Redhill, Balestier/Toa Payoh, Bedok/Tanah Merah, Farrer Park/Serangoon, Geylang/Paya Lebar, Katong/Marine Parade, Kovan, Lavender, Newton/Novena, Orchard/River Valley, Pasir Panjang/Buona Vista, Rochor, Siglap, Tanglin/Holland, Thomson/Marymount, Tiong Bahru/Outram, Upper Bukit Timah, Yio Chu Kang, Yishun Nearest MRT: Redhill, Toa Payoh, Novena, Tanah Merah, Bedok, Jalan Besar, Boon Keng, Farrer Park, Serangoon, Potong Pasir, MacPherson, Mattar, Aljunied, Paya Lebar, Mountbatten, Eunos, Kembangan, Dakota, Buangkok, Kovan, Lavender, Kallang, Newton, Fort Canning, Somerset, Great World, Orchard, Buona Vista, Pasir Panjang, Dhoby Ghaut, Bencoolen, Commonwealth, Holland Village, Marymount, Upper Thomson,Tiong Bahru, Outram Park, Beauty World, Six Avenue, Lentor, Yishun Website: https://www.theassemblyplace.com Contact Person: Janice Poh Mobile No: +65 9686 4134 Email ID: janice@theassemblyplace.com Travelodge Harbourfront
Travelodge Harbourfront, only a 3-min walk from Harbourfront MRT, provides guests with accessibility to acclaimed destinations such as Sentosa Island and Singapore’s largest mall, VivoCity. Our 4-star property presents guests with modern furnishings such as 43" SMART TV with screen mirroring/ Chromecast capabilities, multi USB ports & universal sockets, new beds & linens, mini-fridge, working desk & chair. Rooms Offered: Standard Room with bathroom & shower, Deluxe Room with bathroom & shower Rental Range:
Nearest MRT: Harbourfront MRT Station Website: www.travelodgeharbourfront.com Contact: Nur Faizah Tel No: +65 6818 6662 Email ID: nur.faizah@travelodgehotels.asia 
yo:HA
Under the brand of yo:HA, we are the largest hostel management provider and we have gained a strong foothold in partnering the major private education Institutions and the autonomous universities in providing premier living environment for students. We have 3 hostels with various room configurations to cater to students’ needs, which are located in various locations in Singapore. They are located at Henderson, Evans Road and Pearl's Hill. Properties Offered: yo:HA @ evans, yo:HA @ henderson and yo:HA @ pearl’s hill Rental Range: Ranges from $630 - $1,550 (All sites) Location: 26 Evans Road, 98 Henderson Road and 201 Pearl’s Hill Terrace. Nearest MRT: Botanic Garden/Stevens, Tiong Bahru/Redhill, Chinatown/Outram Park Website: www.yoha.com.sg Contact: Avery Oon Mobile No.: + 65 9022 8442 Email ID: ayxoon@emre.com.sg/info@yoha.com.sg |
