City Square (30 x6 floors) [Archive] - Page 8

ACDSONIC

March 20th, 2009, 07:06 PM

Hi Shang25!

I know how you feel .. not knowing what to do cause you don't know the size of walls etc .. i think a lot of us are in the same situation.

Anyway .. my friend had a phase 1 b2b unit and he could not make his appointment to collect his keys .. so i helped picked them up for him and as it so happens took a bunch of measurements at the same time
:)

I've uploaded the plans and measurements for you .. hope they are the right plans ?

http://www.zshare.net/download/573380577268ed91/

Hope it helps ..msg me if you can 't read my 3 year old handwriting :)

Sonic

Dear Phase II owners, congrats on ur TOP!!! :banana:

Dear CC, hope you have recovered by today. Take care!!

I'm from Phase I stack 26, 2-bedroom. Bought it a while ago but transaction has yet to be completed so can't collect keys...:bash:

Wonder if anyone has done the conversion of the existing dimmer switches? If so, what is the procedure? Does the management office has to be informed? Or can we engage someone to do it for us without informing them?

Ethan, I noticed u r also 2-bedroom. Wonder if you have the exact measurements of ur unit? If so, do u mind sharing with me? I called Alice but she refused to give me cos transaction has yet to be completed. We hope to move in asap but can't do much without the exact measurements. Pls help!!:master:

CC_C

March 21st, 2009, 04:51 AM

Hi all,

Also received call from lawyer liao. But was told that CDL hasn't issue any notice for possession for my blk, starting with blk 6 first I tink. So CC_C and the rest in Blk 6, hv you gotten appt to collect keys already? Guess everyone will be really busy these few weeks!

Hi A&W, in fact CDL has yet to issue any notice of possession to any blocks. Hence, I think we still have to wait for a while... Hopefully soon. Haha~

Shang25

March 21st, 2009, 06:35 PM

khimba

March 23rd, 2009, 09:41 AM

Hi CC and all,

I got the BIG NEWS today, finally, after waiting for soooo long.......

My lawyer in Spore just emailed me to say that he already received the NOTICE TO TAKE POSSESSION from CDL today!!!! Wow.......so very happy and very very excited.........its like waking up to a wonderful dream, hahaha!

:banana: :banana: :banana: :lock: :lock: :lock: :cheers: :cheers1:

BTW, HAS ANYONE ELSE HEARD FROM YOUR LAWYERS??

Please share this happy news with me ok!

khimba

March 23rd, 2009, 09:50 AM

Hi CC,
Have you received yours??........You are the kan chiong one........ how come I got it first?? ........Actually I just put my name down on the Priority List only about 10 days ago le with Alice.........I told them I want URGENT POSSESSION, haha~ and I am arriving from overseas for the TOP (this has really speed up the process I guess)

:banana: :banana: :banana: :cheers:

ROCKER M

March 23rd, 2009, 12:41 PM

Hi Khimba,

The Kanchong and panic queen might be the first one rushing to collect keys liao.. What say you? Hope to see you soon. When will you be back?

khimba

March 23rd, 2009, 12:59 PM

Hi Khimba,

The Kanchong and panic queen might be the first one rushing to collect keys liao.. What say you? Hope to see you soon. When will you be back?

Hi RockerM,
Really? :lol: haha~ no wonder she is too busy to go online! haha~
She told me today she will pick-up her key later today...... I thought she was joking! Then later in the afternoon, I got the good news..... I am so happy for her too cos she is desperate to move in. So is the Defect Team ready for her inspection tomorrow? haha~
I will buy the oil for you here..........I was so silly......I didn't know that product was made in Aust, cos I have never used that brand. That was why I asked CC if I should buy them at Changi Airport? haha~ Only yesterday when I went shopping & checked at the counter, the lady told me so. :lol:

khimba

March 23rd, 2009, 01:21 PM

Hi Khimba,

The Kanchong and panic queen might be the first one rushing to collect keys liao.. What say you? Hope to see you soon. When will you be back?

RockerM,
Actually I have booked 28 April for my flight back, but now I think I have to re-schedule it......... maybe even earlier ..........I will have to wait for all payments cleared, then book online for my key collection date.......to see which earliest date is available! So will be very soon..........Yup, hope to see you and others soon!....... Please say hello to CC and Epicrates for me.

ROCKER M

March 24th, 2009, 02:02 AM

RockerM,
Actually I have booked 28 April for my flight back, but now I think I have to re-schedule it......... maybe even earlier ..........I will have to wait for all payments cleared, then book online for my key collection date.......to see which earliest date is available! So will be very soon..........Yup, hope to see you and others soon!....... Please say hello to CC and Epicrates for me.

Hi Khimba,

You can actually call them once your lawyer inform you that the payment is cleared (the faster way is pay by cashier order, dun have to wait for cheque clearance). You need to have password if you wanna go on line booking, which developer will send to your mailing address). I called them instead of on line booking...

CC_C

March 24th, 2009, 07:56 AM

Hi RockerM,
Really? :lol: haha~ no wonder she is too busy to go online! haha~
She told me today she will pick-up her key later today...... I thought she was joking! Then later in the afternoon, I got the good news..... I am so happy for her too cos she is desperate to move in. So is the Defect Team ready for her inspection tomorrow? haha~
I will buy the oil for you here..........I was so silly......I didn't know that product was made in Aust, cos I have never used that brand. That was why I asked CC if I should buy them at Changi Airport? haha~ Only yesterday when I went shopping & checked at the counter, the lady told me so. :lol:

Hi ALL!!!!! Khimba, so sorry, I was really busy these days, with work and key collection. Hahahah~ Yes, I am the first one to collect keys from Phase 2. I am still checking defects.... Hopefully I can get it done soon. Hehehe~ Ok, I will reply your email later... See you soon! ;)

ACDSONIC

March 27th, 2009, 04:04 AM

CC_C

March 27th, 2009, 05:36 AM

Hey All !!

So what's everyone status ?

I'm waiting for the bank to issue the $$$ .. my laywers said that it should be ready next week, then it's key collection time .. which means defects time :(

CC - Did you have any major defects ? From the phase1 owners what were the more common issues you had ? i know my friend had to get his entire floor re-varnished in the bed rooms .. but that's about it.

Cheers
Sonic

Hi ACDSONIC! Defects.......... Plenty of them. Up till now, I spotted 46 defects (maybe I'm picky). Mostly on tiles and doors......... Check out for chipped door edges, wardrobe doors and floor tiles.... And not to forget your kitchen top. Lookout for scratches and stains and LOTS OF GLUES MARKS!!! :ohno: But my super duper major defect is missing of dimmers. They managed to do it for me and I get to choose the area I want for my dimmers (only bedrooms to be installed with dimmers). Haha... They should be covering more than half of my defects today and my reno will starts on monday.

Anybody got your keys as well? I haven't bump into anyone yet...

ACDSONIC

March 27th, 2009, 06:57 AM

Wow no dimmers ? so weird considering it was suppose to be a standard install for all apartments and yours was missing entirely! .. love to hear their explaination on that one !

Thanks for the heads up one the other defects .. good to hear they are quite prompt with the recetifications.

Sonic

Hi ACDSONIC! Defects.......... Plenty of them. Up till now, I spotted 46 defects (maybe I'm picky). Mostly on tiles and doors......... Check out for chipped door edges, wardrobe doors and floor tiles.... And not to forget your kitchen top. Lookout for scratches and stains and LOTS OF GLUES MARKS!!! :ohno: But my super duper major defect is missing of dimmers. They managed to do it for me and I get to choose the area I want for my dimmers (only bedrooms to be installed with dimmers). Haha... They should be covering more than half of my defects today and my reno will starts on monday.

Anybody got your keys as well? I haven't bump into anyone yet...

nav14

March 27th, 2009, 08:15 AM

down2earth

March 27th, 2009, 03:44 PM

CC_C

March 28th, 2009, 02:29 PM

CC_C

March 28th, 2009, 02:34 PM

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Is there any condition imposed that the defects must be rectified first before renovations can commence.

Hi nav14, you can fill up the defect list first, then the management will send the foreman and manager to justify and go through all the defects for you. After that, they will try to finish most of the major defects for you and after that they will give you the permission to carry out the reno. After you reno, they will clear up all the minor defects for you. So don't worry too much.

Up till now, only their supplier (wardrobe people) irritates me! Keep pushing their responsiblilties and even run away when I went to B1 to meet the people from the management (happened on friday). The management was quite angry with them and they told me they will look into the matter and speak to their boss on monday. And by the way, my main door will be changed for the third time on monday. :ohno:

CC_C

March 28th, 2009, 02:36 PM

hi, i collected the keys this afternoon... busy with utilities turn on + look out for defects... there are certainly some defects ... esp., the wall tiles near bath tub, uneven parquet floor etc., planning to submit first list tomorrow....

can see singapore flyer & sea from stack 3 high floor ... not bad ...

Hi, congrates!!!!! Uneven parquets are not found in my unit but poorly joint parquets are found... I think your problems are quite similar to me as the wall tiles near my bathtub also have some problems. Ha~ Oh yea, when will your reno starts?

tony67

March 30th, 2009, 09:06 AM

It was only last Thurs that my lawyer sent off to me the CDL letter which called for various fees and progress payment. Sent off my cheques over the weekend, so perhaps I should be able to take the key next week.

Haiz...I dread going through the defects remedy exercise all over again - repairs are never quite as good as getting it right the first time round. It is ironic that the first thing we do on taking over a brand new home is to do "repairs"!

At least, if it is a second-hand home, you might be able to tear down everything and do nicely from scratch. Defects rectification is like trying to save botched jobs - this is what I find totally dissatisfying with buying new condo homes. Don't understand why things have to work this way - it has become an industry culture of sorts.

down2earth

March 30th, 2009, 03:34 PM

Hi CC C, just today CDL/contractor came along to check the defects ... it seems they need 10days to rectify even simple things... my reno can start only after that ...ahhh... that doesn't help my plan...

down2earth

April 2nd, 2009, 09:13 AM

went to see the place today ...good progress on the defects rectification ... wardrobe & parquet works are to be done next week, otherwise i think they fixed most of the problems...

arthur

April 2nd, 2009, 02:49 PM

raffles city, can move this thread to completed project section? thanks!:)

RafflesCity

April 2nd, 2009, 03:00 PM

Hmmm....maybe when the mall is completed :)

Shang25

April 3rd, 2009, 03:13 AM

Hi ACDSONIC! Defects.......... Plenty of them. Up till now, I spotted 46 defects (maybe I'm picky). Mostly on tiles and doors......... Check out for chipped door edges, wardrobe doors and floor tiles.... And not to forget your kitchen top. Lookout for scratches and stains and LOTS OF GLUES MARKS!!! :ohno: But my super duper major defect is missing of dimmers. They managed to do it for me and I get to choose the area I want for my dimmers (only bedrooms to be installed with dimmers). Haha... They should be covering more than half of my defects today and my reno will starts on monday.

Anybody got your keys as well? I haven't bump into anyone yet...

CC_C,
seems like they are rather efficient with fixing the defects that you have detected. Hope they can get it rectified for you quickly!

Hi All,
I've handed the cashier's orders to the lawyers two days ago and today is the completion! I can't wait for CDL to send me the letter with the username and password. Wonder if I can call Adeline, Joyce, Susan or Alice today to make an appointment to collect the keys, preferably to collect them this afternoon? Yeah, I am very eager to move in!!!

And I look forward to meeting all my new neighbours (you guys and gals!) very soon!!

rusty66

April 3rd, 2009, 04:16 AM

Shang25, to give cashier orders and wait for 2 days already is too long. I got my password the very next morning. Work with your lawyer and you will hasten up fast.

I taken my key few days ago. Woh Hup done most of the defects with only glass window panel to be replaced in few weeks time. I am happy over their response on the defects. The access card is still having problem. They take 2 days to work for the lift lobby and the entrance next to the main entrance. All other entrances not working. The telephony system still malfunction.

A little look out (defect) for fellow friends, try your stove, sometime the fire cannot stay because the ignite is bent.

CC_C

April 3rd, 2009, 04:21 PM

CC_C,
seems like they are rather efficient with fixing the defects that you have detected. Hope they can get it rectified for you quickly!

Hi All,
I've handed the cashier's orders to the lawyers two days ago and today is the completion! I can't wait for CDL to send me the letter with the username and password. Wonder if I can call Adeline, Joyce, Susan or Alice today to make an appointment to collect the keys, preferably to collect them this afternoon? Yeah, I am very eager to move in!!!

And I look forward to meeting all my new neighbours (you guys and gals!) very soon!!

Hi Shang25, yes the defects will be completed by monday. Supposedly is tomorrow but the wooden parquet was out of stocks so will have to wait till monday. Haha~ So my wallpaper and curtains will be out next week. My downlights are all up now.

ckor

April 14th, 2009, 08:07 AM

It seems to be very quiet.

Everyone must be busy with reno and moving in.

Will anyone share how their home looks ???

Thanks.

rstopel

April 14th, 2009, 02:19 PM

It seems to be very quiet.

Everyone must be busy with reno and moving in.

Will anyone share how their home looks ???

Thanks.

Yeah, was about to say the same, after talking for months about int design it has been veryquiet of late. Show me allthose fabulous interiors!
My wife collected her keys last week. Simple reno will be done by end next week I hope.
For the landlords among us. Demand is pretty good for city sq. 2 bed can get lose to $3K I recon.

nav14

April 15th, 2009, 03:10 AM

Yeah, was about to say the same, after talking for months about int design it has been veryquiet of late. Show me allthose fabulous interiors!
My wife collected her keys last week. Simple reno will be done by end next week I hope.
For the landlords among us. Demand is pretty good for city sq. 2 bed can get lose to $3K I recon.

I understand smaller units like studios & 2 bedders taken up fast but 3 & 4 bedders moving more slowly and many agts are filling them up with China students with 6 to a 3 bedder and up to 8 for a 4 bedder. Not good for landlords who do accept such students as they will mess up the place and also residents who will face so many young students walking around.

cnud

April 15th, 2009, 03:50 AM

Any idea how much the rental for studio there?

rusty66

April 15th, 2009, 11:48 AM

I understand smaller units like studios & 2 bedders taken up fast but 3 & 4 bedders moving more slowly and many agts are filling them up with China students with 6 to a 3 bedder and up to 8 for a 4 bedder. Not good for landlords who do accept such students as they will mess up the place and also residents who will face so many young students walking around.

Nav14, I agreed with you fully. I see little social problem arising already. Today I saw two bicycles park at the 15th floor lift lobby ( Just outside their units)! What's next? Bicycles all around CSR's fence?

down2earth

April 16th, 2009, 12:32 PM

twinklestar

April 19th, 2009, 08:24 AM

so, finally! moved in early this week... place is quite breezy at times...
don't see many yet in block 2 ....
any news from fellow owners of block 6 & 8?
anyone know how to adjust the wardrobe shelve level? can we do it ourselves?

thanks

Hi down2earth,
Congrats! I think most forumers have moved in by now. As for me, I am waiting for renovation to be completed. I PM you.

maxis10

April 19th, 2009, 10:10 AM

Hi all
I am looking to buy a 4 bedroom unit preferably from stack 19 as i would like a bigger unit. i am currently at stack 20. If anyone has intention to sell, please let me know. Thanks to all.

SS88

April 22nd, 2009, 02:18 AM

Weeeeeeeeee I am picking up my keys today at 10:30 am. Any idea how much would a 3 bedroom rental is going to be? I need to quickly get the lighting, curtains and washer dryers ordered ASAP before I head back overseas. I hope to see some of the members here at CSR. Thanks for the good advices of some senior members on lighting issue.

SS88

April 22nd, 2009, 02:20 AM

One more thing. If anyone interested to rent a 3 bedders high floor garden facing unit. Please let me know. Thanks again

Monument

April 22nd, 2009, 04:05 AM

khimba

April 22nd, 2009, 04:33 AM

Hi all,

Congrates to all CSR owners who have collected their keys!
Yeah, everyone must be busy checking out for defects, doing their reno and moving in.

As for me, I will be returning to S'pore next week to collect my key.
Hope there won't be too many nasty surprises (DEFECTS) awaiting for me! haha~ I am already stressed now thinking about that!

I look forward to meet up with some of the forumers at CSR.......very excited!

Please Help!
To those owners who are renting out their CSR units:
Any idea how much is the market rental for a 2 bedder at the moment-- Middle floor, full pool view, Block 6?
Also, can recommend good Agents for Leasing?
Please advice, thank you, much appreciated.

Hi SS88,
I have PMed you,
Thanks,
Khimba

khimba

April 22nd, 2009, 04:41 AM

Hi Epicrates,

How are you? I have PMed you.

rstopel

April 22nd, 2009, 01:11 PM

rental is pretty strong for the smaller 1 & 2 bedroom units. I just rented out my wif's 2 bedder, blk 6, 14-10 for $3K full furn. 3 bed are asking around 3.5K.

SS88

April 22nd, 2009, 06:49 PM

Wow I am very happy with my unit. Unobstructed view for miles and they have started to do the park. Overall there is really not much defect other than a minor crack above wardrobe, a broken bathtub drain and squakie kitchen door knob. I am a bit disappointed with the quality of the wardrobe, kitchen cabinet and bathroom fittings. A bit of low quality not befitting condominium. I love the facility. I went to see the bowling alley and lots of people using the gyms and swimming this afternoon. Plus I saw quite a number of western expatriate and a couple Japanese. Not bad considering most people would say it's at the wrong neighbourhood. I am happy, no complaint from me. I ordered lightings from City Light in Jalan Besar and curtains from my usual supplier in Tanjong Katong complex. Only left with fridge, washer and dryer. Next week the apartment should be ready to rent out. I talked to the management, security and a few agents. Rentals are pretty strong. For first phase 75% occupied now. Second phase 5%. Not too bad.

O2blue

April 23rd, 2009, 05:57 AM

Hi Owner,

Im looking for 3 bedrm unit preferrably park facing, anyone want to let go to me? Can PM me.
Dont worry, I'm not an agent. :bash:

Sorry...
I know, this not a sales thread for houses but i had been reading this thread for years already and also looking out to buy a unit at CSR for a long time but had no luck in commiting one. :ohno:

Sorry guys!!

Also, House Agent pls dun PM me, not interested in dealing with you unless you are a sole agent for the owner. :tongue3:

Thanks :)

down2earth

April 23rd, 2009, 09:50 AM

used this morning ... believe it is open for all, unless i trespassed when they opened for workman access... should ease the traffic in time to come ... Cheers

KonigMuller

April 24th, 2009, 05:35 AM

i have 2 bedder in block 6. the transaction has not been completed yet. looking forward to collect my keys when it is completed. any new owners who have bought subsale but the original owner have not collected the keys yet ? what is the process like ?

thanks

tony67

April 27th, 2009, 06:14 PM

Sharing some photos from my unit.
A Green Entrance to the Living Room
http://i340.photobucket.com/albums/o347/tongms/Image098.jpg
http://i340.photobucket.com/albums/o347/tongms/Image099.jpg

Sitting on the sofa, you can see the park from a distance
http://i340.photobucket.com/albums/o347/tongms/Image101.jpg

Looking out of the window, there are flower beds below - not flowering yet
http://i340.photobucket.com/albums/o347/tongms/Image106.jpg
http://i340.photobucket.com/albums/o347/tongms/Image107.jpg

Every bedroom has some greenery outside!
http://i340.photobucket.com/albums/o347/tongms/Image108.jpg
http://i340.photobucket.com/albums/o347/tongms/Image109.jpg
http://i340.photobucket.com/albums/o347/tongms/Image112.jpg

Wide Sliding Door Entrance to the Kitchen
http://i340.photobucket.com/albums/o347/tongms/Image102.jpg
http://i340.photobucket.com/albums/o347/tongms/Image103.jpg
http://i340.photobucket.com/albums/o347/tongms/Image104.jpg

tony67

April 27th, 2009, 06:19 PM

By the way, if you know anyone who might be interested in buying over my unit, please PM me?
I find it too small for my own use - so I plan to let go and switch over to something bigger.
Looks like the rest of you are settling in blissfully. :)

SS88

April 28th, 2009, 05:03 PM

How do you post pictures? I feel like sharing some photos

O2blue

April 29th, 2009, 02:51 AM

SS88,

I think the option is insert picture.
You may required to upload Pic to a website which can host for you then paste the URL into the insert picture option.

But i wonder can upload to facebook then link the URL to this thread.

O2blue

April 29th, 2009, 02:59 AM

tony67,

Thanks for sharing.
Your unit has a great garden view.
Also will have a bird eye view of lion and dragon dance troupes during festival season and 7th month stage procession.

iamme2

April 29th, 2009, 12:53 PM

I have got a 4 bedroom unit and having a hard time looking for a washing machine that fits into the tiny yard? Any recommendations?

tony67

April 29th, 2009, 09:06 PM

You should look for those compact top-loading tumbler-drum types. There are very few models and the range are very small - but you should be able to find some in Best Denki or Harvey Norman.

SS88

April 30th, 2009, 02:35 AM

I bought a very nice front loading washer and a Rinnai gas dryer on special sale from City Gas. It fits well into the space. I have a picture that I will try to post :)

SS88

April 30th, 2009, 02:59 AM

You should look for those compact top-loading tumbler-drum types. There are very few models and the range are very small - but you should be able to find some in Best Denki or Harvey Norman.

Here is the picture of how a 7.5 kg top loading washer and a gas dryer fit in the small yard

http://i584.photobucket.com/albums/ss289/sufansiauw/1241052788.jpg

SS88

April 30th, 2009, 03:06 AM

As promised here are a few pictures taken from mid/high floor stack 12. Unblock few and there should be lots of greenery once the public park is finished.

http://i584.photobucket.com/albums/ss289/sufansiauw/1241052782-1.jpg

http://i584.photobucket.com/albums/ss289/sufansiauw/1241052782.jpg

I have one wall on the living room painted to enhance the room

http://i584.photobucket.com/albums/ss289/sufansiauw/1241052786.jpg

SS88

April 30th, 2009, 03:28 AM

My master bedroom, I love the L shaped windows. It makes the whole room so bright.

http://i584.photobucket.com/albums/ss289/sufansiauw/1241052788-1.jpg

The Samsung side by side fridge is such a bargain, I just have to buy it. It's a tight fit but it manages to slide in :nuts:

http://i584.photobucket.com/albums/ss289/sufansiauw/1241052787.jpg

rusty66

April 30th, 2009, 03:42 AM

Hi SS88,
Thanks for the photos. What model is ur 2 door fridge? and how much was it? Have been looking for really long and can't find a suitable one yet. Thanks

SS88

April 30th, 2009, 04:39 AM

It's a Samsung RS20NRSV, it was a super deal from Courts last weekend for only $795. It's probably back to normal price now. It barely fits in the space with hardly any space left.

SS88

April 30th, 2009, 04:52 AM

Spacious second and third bedroom

http://i584.photobucket.com/albums/ss289/sufansiauw/1241055672.jpg

Master bathroom

http://i584.photobucket.com/albums/ss289/sufansiauw/1241055671.jpg

http://i584.photobucket.com/albums/ss289/sufansiauw/1241055670.jpg

Dining area
http://i584.photobucket.com/albums/ss289/sufansiauw/1241055680.jpg

SS88

April 30th, 2009, 04:56 AM

Children's pool area

http://i584.photobucket.com/albums/ss289/sufansiauw/1241055681.jpg

http://i584.photobucket.com/albums/ss289/sufansiauw/1241055676.jpg

Second floor Gymn is full in the evening
http://i584.photobucket.com/albums/ss289/sufansiauw/1241055673.jpg

Big swimming pool after morning rain
http://i584.photobucket.com/albums/ss289/sufansiauw/1241052783.jpg

Overview of the swimming pool and the CSM mall to open end of the year
http://i584.photobucket.com/albums/ss289/sufansiauw/1241052784.jpg

SS88

April 30th, 2009, 04:57 AM

I have a few agents working to rent out my unit immediately. If anyone is interested in renting, give me a buzz. Thanks

ckor

April 30th, 2009, 05:45 AM

Here is the picture of how a 7.5 kg top loading washer and a gas dryer fit in the small yard

http://i584.photobucket.com/albums/ss289/sufansiauw/1241052788.jpg

It seems like there is a bracket for the dryer.
Is this provided by City Gas ?

How much did you spend on the dryer setup ?

Thanks.

KonigMuller

April 30th, 2009, 07:49 AM

hi ss88,
your lighting and curtains seems nice. how much did u spend on it ?

SS88

April 30th, 2009, 10:03 AM

It seems like there is a bracket for the dryer.
Is this provided by City Gas ?

How much did you spend on the dryer setup ?

Thanks.

Yes, the bracket was from City Gas as part of the set up free of charge. There is an offer hanging right on the gas pipe in the yard area advertising the dryer for $499. It's a great deal because normal price is around $650. The running cost of gas dryer is 1/3 cheaper and will dry in 1/2 the time of electric dryer.

iamme2

May 1st, 2009, 01:36 AM

rusty66

May 2nd, 2009, 01:54 PM

Thank you for all the information. Just got my keys last week and didn't do much planning before hand, hence the mad rush to get curtains, fridge, washer etc. Anyone has install ceiling fans. Am considering one.

iamme2, I hv one ceiling fan in the sitting room, pretty nice. I bought together with all the lighting in the house. The lighting shop very helpful and know his products well. I got connected thru' my ID. Feel very lucky to have a very effective ID that handles from design stage thru' completion with no problem.

http://i415.photobucket.com/albums/pp231/rusty66/DSC00238.jpg

Just to share with everyone, I would see half the stadium from my window.

http://i415.photobucket.com/albums/pp231/rusty66/DSC00159.jpg

tony67

May 2nd, 2009, 10:31 PM

Looks like some very nice views from the apartments of both SS88 and Rusty66. In particular, I like SS88's chandelier.

rstopel

May 3rd, 2009, 09:30 AM

my wife 2 bedder. Block 6.

http://img204.imageshack.us/img204/7346/p1030037l.jpg
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ashandari

May 3rd, 2009, 10:13 AM

Lovely

SS88

May 3rd, 2009, 10:36 AM

Nice

tony67

May 3rd, 2009, 07:11 PM

Simple and elegant. Nice.

iamme2

May 4th, 2009, 03:10 AM

Hi SS88, love your lights. Mind sharing with me where you got the lights?

SS88

May 4th, 2009, 03:17 AM

Hi SS88, love your lights. Mind sharing with me where you got the lights?

Just around the corner in Jalan Besar. Citilight, look for Addy, I got 35% discount for whole house.

Ajax Achilles

May 4th, 2009, 03:06 PM

Hi All,

I just got my keys a short while ago. Am in stack 12 block 6 facing the park and high up. Like the view very much.

I took quite a bit of time going through this thread. Quite impressed with the wealth of information shared here. Only regret is that I found this forum only now. More owners should know about this forum. Kudos to those stalwarts that managed to pull off the "public bench" gate modification. Many owners would never even know that their interests had been championed.

Had a friend help me out with defect-spotting. They work as QC inspectors for a construction company and were quite thorough. I am new to this and am wondering: if there are dents/cracks and scratches in the door frames, is the developer obligated to to change the entire frame? wouldn't that mean they'd have to re-do part of the adjoining wall? If silicon is badly spread on the outside of the window, will they re-do it from the outside? If there is a chip in a floor tile, will they hack it up and replace it? If there is possible seepage, will they re-install the entire window panel?

I am submitting my first defects list tomorrow morning, its a long list and I am keeping my fingers crossed.

down2earth

May 5th, 2009, 03:22 AM

Yes, the bracket was from City Gas as part of the set up free of charge. There is an offer hanging right on the gas pipe in the yard area advertising the dryer for $499. It's a great deal because normal price is around $650. The running cost of gas dryer is 1/3 cheaper and will dry in 1/2 the time of electric dryer.

called citygas to check on the dryer promotion... total price quoted was $599 (promotional price 499 + 100 for gas piping)...

O2blue

May 5th, 2009, 03:24 AM

Hi,

has anyone fix any Window Grills in your unit?
What are the procedure to apply and any time frame to fix after collecting your keys?

Thanks.
:)

rusty66

May 5th, 2009, 03:27 AM

Hi All,

I am submitting my first defects list tomorrow morning, its a long list and I am keeping my fingers crossed.

Ajax, a warm welcome to our forum.
For easy tracking, I submited the defects listing room by room. I hv three tiles replaced in my kitchen due to uneven layout. Am still waiting for them to replace four glass window panels due to stretches on it. Be prepare to sit out for a day or two if they repolish the floor in the bedrooms. The smell from the repolish will chase one out of the house. Happy finding.

O2blue

May 5th, 2009, 03:29 AM

Is citygas dryer more cost effective than normal electical dryer?

I paid $600 for my dryer(normal 6kg load).

SS88

May 5th, 2009, 03:34 AM

called citygas to check on the dryer promotion... total price quoted was $599 (promotional price 499 + 100 for gas piping)...

Hi, I paid only $499 + GST. I actually didn't even bring the promotion card. I just went down to PUB building to turn on my electricity, water and gas. I just mentioned that I saw the offer and they signed me up for $499 + GST. The bracket and piping was all part of the package. :):)

SS88

May 5th, 2009, 03:36 AM

Is citygas dryer more cost effective than normal electical dryer?

I paid $600 for my dryer(normal 6kg load).

It's supposed to dry in half the time and cost 1/3 less compared to electric dryer (City Gas has a worksheet to show the running cost).

SS88

May 5th, 2009, 05:48 AM

Ajax, a warm welcome to our forum.
For easy tracking, I submited the defects listing room by room. I hv three tiles replaced in my kitchen due to uneven layout. Am still waiting for them to replace four glass window panels due to stretches on it. Be prepare to sit out for a day or two if they repolish the floor in the bedrooms. The smell from the repolish will chase one out of the house. Happy finding.

Thank god, I did not have tile or wood flooring problem. They re-coat my bedroom door and the smell of the top coat will make you high:nuts::nuts: I had only 4 complaints in my defect list and all were taken care within 1 day.:cheers::cheers:

Ajax Achilles

May 5th, 2009, 10:31 AM

Ajax, a warm welcome to our forum.
For easy tracking, I submited the defects listing room by room. I hv three tiles replaced in my kitchen due to uneven layout. Am still waiting for them to ....

Thanks. So they actually hacked up the defective tiles?

I made an appointment with the main con to go through my defects list as I wanted to make sure he got everything I wanted first hand rather from just the written list. This morning, I met the developer's rep, Winnie and Mr. Yong (?) the main con's rep (he seemed quite an okay guy, was attentive even though my list was long).

When I told them about the uneven rubber gasket for the master bedroom window on the outside, he told me that in order to rectify it, they will need to install a gondola, which was not possible.:ohno:

I also brought up the point about the common hallway bathroom sliding door handle which was difficult to turn due to its design. My mom-in-law and daughter were stuck because their fingers were not strong enough. He told me it was part of the design and if enough people complained maybe they will consider getting it changed.

Other than that all other defects were accepted. Some suggested points for all:

check
- all windows for seepage, check after heavy rain
- all protective tape removed
- tile uneveness stains, chips and pointing (in between tiles, often stains)
- kitchen sliding doors and all other doors close evenly
- dents, scratches and holes (caused by some wood insect) on doors, frames, kitchen, bathroom surfaces
- all window lockset handles that they turn properly and are not loose
- paint work and plaster not patchy or uneven
- scratches/ rust on sink and floor trap
- tarnish on bathroom taps and sink stoppers
- inside cabinets, for missing screws or screw caps

Ajax Achilles

May 6th, 2009, 01:00 AM

Hi All,

Can anyone recommend a good carpenter and electrician? I am doing minimal reno and don't think it warrants an ID. Thanks:cheers:

down2earth

May 6th, 2009, 04:52 AM

[QUOTE=Ajax Achilles;36197388]

I also brought up the point about the common hallway bathroom sliding door handle which was difficult to turn due to its design. My mom-in-law and daughter were stuck because their fingers were not strong enough. He told me it was part of the design and if enough people complained maybe they will consider getting it changed.

agree, it takes some strength to turn the lock of the common bath... i did highlight this and was told it was like that - not a good design at all... & the semi-transparent glass doors - will need sandblast... the master bath glass door doesn't have a stopper - looks like we need to install stopper to avoid any accidental damage.

Ajax Achilles

May 6th, 2009, 10:13 AM

Hi,

has anyone fix any Window Grills in your unit?
What are the procedure to apply and any time frame to fix after collecting your keys?

Thanks.
:)

Hi O2Blue,

I am not installing grilles but I think there is a standard grille design and specifications required by the developer which is found in the appendix in the blue owner's manual.

Ajax Achilles

May 6th, 2009, 10:17 AM

[QUOTE=Ajax Achilles;36197388]

agree, it takes some strength to turn the lock of the common bath... i did highlight this and was told it was like that - not a good design at all... & the semi-transparent glass doors - will need sandblast... the master bath glass door doesn't have a stopper - looks like we need to install stopper to avoid any accidental damage.

Hi down2earth,

Yes, I noticed that as well. One careless swing can cause serious damage.:ohno:

O2blue

May 7th, 2009, 03:16 AM

Hi Ajax,

Yes, i presume so, is all written to owner manual.
Thanks.

rstopel

May 9th, 2009, 07:19 AM

Have not heard anyone complain about the ackward chute system. I absolutely hate it. You need to walk out of apt to throw ur trash,then the amount you can bin in one shot is very little and gets jammed easily. It's just a matter of time before the thing gets jammed as it is common usage so no one bothers to unclog it.

iamme2

May 9th, 2009, 07:40 AM

I share the same sentiments as you . The chute is too small .... I had to bring to divide my thrash into 3 bags to throw.

tony67

May 13th, 2009, 08:31 AM

Hi rstopel - I spotted this earlier on and it was discussed.

I visited CSR and took a look at the common pneumatic disposal chute and recycle chute located at the entrance to the fire escape staircase on each lobby. Has anyone else taken a look at both chutes?

I am rather worried about rubbish disposal because the disposal chute works in a way that you open up the door, and it turns out a metal holder the size of a ladies handbag, and you stuff in as much rubbish as you can, and you then close the door, and the holder turns the rubbish into the chute.

Looks like we have to mince up, compartmentalise and then compact our rubbish into a few chunks of ladies handbag-size packages before we can get it down the chute.

If there is any unminceable, dustbin size garbage - I wonder if we would have to carry it all the way to some common disposal bin somewhere in the compound?

How do we handle garbage disposal in a "green" condominium like ours? Those who have lived in Japan or Korea may have some ideas to offer?

Hi Tony67, I get what you mean. I have seen 3 big bins near block 10 for recyclable rubbish. So I think you can separate your rubbish into 3 categories... I have lived in Korea before and they are really particular in the way you handle rubbish. You have to separate the rubbish and tie them properly in your rubbish bags before bringing it to the area outside our apartment building. But I don't think ours will be that strict.... Can check with the management office about the use of the recyclable bins ;)

Goodness...this is really a lifestyle change for me. Looks like I got to buy quite a few bins at home to separate out the different kind of trash. Hey, thanks for the sanity check.

Hi Tony67, you are welcome ;) I think you just need to use a few plastic bags to clear your rubbish every time you cook. In addition, I think it will help if you place a bin in the bathroom... Too many bins will not look nice in the house... Haha~ :lol:

Remember to buy biodegradable bags too so that we go all green...... , I recalled 1 of my friend having a bin which has 2 compartments (recycleable and waste) so you can consider that too, instead of having many bins....... :)

Ajax Achilles

May 18th, 2009, 11:00 AM

Hi,

Anyone has experience installing ceiling fans? Can the existing dimmer switches accommodate them? :)

iamme2

May 18th, 2009, 01:19 PM

mine is fixed between the living room n dining area. Take note on where you are installing if you have recessed lightings.

Ajax Achilles

May 19th, 2009, 02:46 AM

mine is fixed between the living room n dining area. Take note on where you are installing if you have recessed lightings.

Hi iamme2,

Did you opt for box switch, remote control or string toggle switch?

iamme2

May 19th, 2009, 03:01 PM

Hi iamme2,

Did you opt for box switch, remote control or string toggle switch?

Remote. The string toggle switch is quite unsightly. Mine comes with a simple round light as well.

rusty66

May 21st, 2009, 02:16 PM

I went to the Management Office to express my bad experience on the small bins and was told that the mgt office is working with the CDL on this matter. A bigger bin has been sourced and will be put on trial before replacing it on all the floors. They said it takes time! Suggest everyone find time to go and express this small bins problem to the Mgt office to hasten up the action.

O2blue

May 22nd, 2009, 05:02 AM

Monument

May 22nd, 2009, 07:49 AM

HI CSR Residences,

Any of you noticed that there is some kind of security teams, a group of 4 uniforms staff walking around little india.....

Is the crimes and orders getting worse?
:ohno:

Maybe we do feel safer after they have some authority officers walking around. :lol:

Most likely means we are better protected than we used to be. I doubt it is an indication of anything "getting worse" - just getting better.

KonigMuller

May 22nd, 2009, 08:08 AM

Monument

May 22nd, 2009, 11:14 AM

hi,
i went to the management office and they told delivery must be weekdays before 5 p.m. is this true ? becasue i have seen delivery like ikea come at night. if i schedule my delivery will the guard let them in if i show them my resident card.

thanks

I thought it was weekdays before 6.00pm - sensible rule as it avoids disturbing residents.

Maybe I misunderstood and it is before 5.00pm

Needs confirmation

O2blue

May 22nd, 2009, 11:30 AM

Most likely means we are better protected than we used to be. I doubt it is an indication of anything "getting worse" - just getting better.

:) For the matter of good or bad, is expensive to maintain security officers walking around.

Wondering who pay for it. Tax payer? :nuts:

Ajax Achilles

May 26th, 2009, 04:04 PM

Hi,

Anybody's got a good curtain contractor to recommend?:)

franklkk

May 26th, 2009, 05:12 PM

Hi all, anyone residing at Blk 10?? Did you find Lobby B1 smell bad??? Every morning I have seen cleaner cleaning the lobby but it is still smelly. How about Blk 2,6,8,12 & 14?? Do you find the same problem?

Regards

lavendar

May 27th, 2009, 04:18 PM

Why is the windows blue in color ? Is it tinted ? Does it look dark & gloomy from the inside at night time with the blue color window ?

O2blue

May 30th, 2009, 05:43 AM

This CSR thread is pretty quiet but the CSR itself is bustling with people.
Saw alot of house agent and potential tenants coming to view units.

Can see a increasing of humans traffic.
If CSR is 80% tenanted, we will get to see house agents in and out of CSR the whole year round.

What a conveniances to ask them one or two questions to findout the latest market situation.

coffeencream

June 5th, 2009, 07:01 AM

Not sure if anyone's still reading this...But we're moving into a converted 4bdrm in 3 weeks (renting) and wondering how the intercom works... There was no intercom installed in the unit...should there be?

Also, interested if anyone has suggestions for:
1. Shelving to Bomb Shelter
2. Shelving to Hallway Storage (behind Bomb Shelter)
3. Bike Storage
4. Good Restaurants nearby that deliver!

O2blue

June 5th, 2009, 11:04 AM

Hi Coffeencream,

Are you staying at blk10 > 15flr?
I once heard there is a landlord who partition away one of his room. 1216sqf.

And the owner also a contractor, can easily tear down the partition and put it back to original.

How much are you renting your place? rented the entire house?

down2earth

June 14th, 2009, 08:26 AM

O2blue

June 15th, 2009, 06:22 PM

forum has become quiet off late...

juz looking for some info..

- has anyone use city gas dryer - what is the experience, the earlier promo at citygas seems over, no free installation...
- also looking for ideas on the clothes hangers (ceiling types)
- door grills - have seen 2 models (one that fits snugly on door frame & other along the wall)...
any one here installed?

^^
Try this clothes hangers, EASY HANGER. I think is the best hanger(Model HL 301). i bought 2 sets. When i first bought it was with 5 poles, now is lesser.

Well, i dont think CSR unit fix. :bash:

http://www.myhome.com.sg/HomeImprovement/HomeStore/Content/shtml/laundryhangers.shtml

CC_C

June 21st, 2009, 10:06 AM

Just got to know that some owners actually rent their units as motel and they are renting $50-$60/per day. No wonder we are getting lots of weird people here :(

asciano

June 21st, 2009, 11:28 AM

Just got to know that some owners actually rent their units as motel and they are renting $50-$60/per day. No wonder we are getting lots of weird people here :(

thats illegal. Get in touch with URA, i think Development Planning.
Get the unit numbers too, unfortunately you need to provide the unit numbers for them to act.

cnud

June 22nd, 2009, 08:28 AM

Just got to know that some owners actually rent their units as motel and they are renting $50-$60/per day. No wonder we are getting lots of weird people here :(

Desker Road moved into CSR??

Monument

June 22nd, 2009, 09:21 AM

Just got to know that some owners actually rent their units as motel and they are renting $50-$60/per day. No wonder we are getting lots of weird people here :(

If you know the unit numbers where this is happenning it should be reported to URA immediately so it is stopped immediately.

mingwen

June 22nd, 2009, 02:19 PM

If you know the unit numbers where this is happenning it should be reported to URA immediately so it is stopped immediately.

its inevitable given its location..
when the mall is ready,its gona be even more crowded..the mustapha crowd will shift there :nuts:

CC_C

June 22nd, 2009, 08:54 PM

thats illegal. Get in touch with URA, i think Development Planning.
Get the unit numbers too, unfortunately you need to provide the unit numbers for them to act.

Exactly.... Unless we set trap, act as the tenant and call them up to lure them. I just saw some guests check out this evening with 8-10 big luggage... And in fact, other than this "motel" problem, we have more problems in the estate such as indecent women around the place looking for customers. Heard from some estate male neighbors that they were approached by these women in the carpark... I guess there will be more to come. :ohno::ohno::ohno:

CC_C

June 22nd, 2009, 08:55 PM

If you know the unit numbers where this is happenning it should be reported to URA immediately so it is stopped immediately.

Ha~ But not easy to get them... Worst of all, management not doing anything. I guess all of us should write in to CDL.

O2blue

June 23rd, 2009, 03:24 AM

Ha~ But not easy to get them... Worst of all, management not doing anything. I guess all of us should write in to CDL.

How much can you do? Recently, house agents intro alot of units to me.
Most of the units are partitioned with more rooms. From 3bedrm to 4/5bedrms.

But of course, sellers willing to re-install back to original state.

I really hesitating to purchase CSR for own stays.

Firstly, to getting a maid to work for us in CSR is a double chances of getting heart attack, compare those living said Jurong or far away! (More chances of getting Indian boyfriend, so much easier.
Worst :ohno: it maybe different boyfriend each time she bring home when you are not around). :ohno::ohno::ohno::ohno::ohno:
:nuts::nuts::nuts::nuts::nuts::nuts::nuts::nuts::nuts::nuts::nuts::nuts::nuts:

Btw Owners, you should know there is a red light and Ktv district nearby. Way long before CDL decide to build CSR. so what is the problem with your own ignorant?

Just discovered?? :lol::lol::lol:

O2blue

June 23rd, 2009, 03:32 AM

its inevitable given its location..
when the mall is ready,its gona be even more crowded..the mustapha crowd will shift there :nuts:

Well.....will be another Verge or the teka mall.... :nuts:

Do you think retail companys will do weekend promotion for indians or you??? :lol:

Over heard, maybe not true. No major anchor tenants had take up the offer by city square mall. Not for NTUC and cold storage.

Well likely, Sing Siong or mustafa.....if not maybe marketplace! :)

mingwen

June 23rd, 2009, 05:32 AM

Well.....will be another Verge or the teka mall.... :nuts:

Do you think retail companys will do weekend promotion for indians or you??? :lol:

Over heard, maybe not true. No major anchor tenants had take up the offer by city square mall. Not for NTUC and cold storage.

Well likely, Sing Siong or mustafa.....if not maybe marketplace! :)

the mall will be packed with male foreign workers,maids will hang out there for obvious reasons..this will definitely affect CSR in the long run.. :bash:

tony67

June 23rd, 2009, 06:18 PM

Ha~ But not easy to get them... Worst of all, management not doing anything. I guess all of us should write in to CDL.

Hi CC_C - glad to see you are back in the forum again - I miss the core team's presence here.

CSR presents an interesting social challenge as the motley crowd outside its fence ventures to engulf and permeate its fresh infant presence. Somehow, I don't get the sense that Kerrisdale faces such challenges, and it is worthwhile thinking why.

I surmise that because of the property downturn, many CSR speculators who were waiting to flip for capital gains or who bought high expecting rising prices are now stuck and forced to rent out for very short-term and poorly screened tenancies like one or two years just to hold on to the property and abide for the upturn. This group have no stake or interest in nurturing the longer-term CSR living environment as they are just parking for the time being. When the price is right and the time is ripe, they will exit after they have taken their profits.

For those who are really interested in investing for good longer-term rental returns - I expect they would be more keen to screen and ensure that they find good tenants who will use their property carefully - because they are holding it for long-term. They are likely to feel a stronger stake in the CSR living environment to ensure that it remains attractive to future tenants and command good future rentals.

The apartment mix in CSR - is actually predominantly 3-bedders, with smaller proportions of studios and 2-bedders. But I have heard that even the 3-bedders are tenanted on shared basis e.g. many students in one apartment. This suggests a rather desperate and unruly rental culture in CSR - and this could be one major root cause.

I believe that Kerrisdale's rental culture is free of this dereliction because the flippers may have cleared out during the recent boom - leaving genuine investors who seek rental returns.

Hence for now, the Management Committee may have no choice but to consider legal avenues and powers to implement radical by-laws to attempt to govern the tenancy agreements entered into by owners - for example, restricting the number of residing tenants per unit and registering and issuing only so many residency cards.

The use of apartments as motel apartments cannot be policed effectively - but again - it boils down to the owner-culture in CSR - perhaps an utilitarian attitude and the lack of neighbourliness on the part of some owners who feel they have no stake in the CSR living environment.

This requires an equally strong push-back by current owner-residents to protect and regulate the inner living environment. It is quite ridiculous if owners of private property are powerless to regulate their own private environment - for which they are empowered to convene a management committee to draw up bye-laws for peaceful co-existence and protection of common interests, and to engage the management agents and security officers to carry out and enforce these by-laws.

This is a very interesting case study - in testing the effectiveness of current frameworks empowering management committees to regulate their own private environments. How wisely and resolutely can the Management Committee use the instruments it has been empowered with, to protect its living environment for the benefit of its residents - is something waiting to unfold.

CC_C

June 24th, 2009, 07:49 PM

Hi CC_C - glad to see you are back in the forum again - I miss the core team's presence here.

CSR presents an interesting social challenge as the motley crowd outside its fence ventures to engulf and permeate its fresh infant presence. Somehow, I don't get the sense that Kerrisdale faces such challenges, and it is worthwhile thinking why.

I surmise that because of the property downturn, many CSR speculators who were waiting to flip for capital gains or who bought high expecting rising prices are now stuck and forced to rent out for very short-term and poorly screened tenancies like one or two years just to hold on to the property and abide for the upturn. This group have no stake or interest in nurturing the longer-term CSR living environment as they are just parking for the time being. When the price is right and the time is ripe, they will exit after they have taken their profits.

For those who are really interested in investing for good longer-term rental returns - I expect they would be more keen to screen and ensure that they find good tenants who will use their property carefully - because they are holding it for long-term. They are likely to feel a stronger stake in the CSR living environment to ensure that it remains attractive to future tenants and command good future rentals.

The apartment mix in CSR - is actually predominantly 3-bedders, with smaller proportions of studios and 2-bedders. But I have heard that even the 3-bedders are tenanted on shared basis e.g. many students in one apartment. This suggests a rather desperate and unruly rental culture in CSR - and this could be one major root cause.

I believe that Kerrisdale's rental culture is free of this dereliction because the flippers may have cleared out during the recent boom - leaving genuine investors who seek rental returns.

Hence for now, the Management Committee may have no choice but to consider legal avenues and powers to implement radical by-laws to attempt to govern the tenancy agreements entered into by owners - for example, restricting the number of residing tenants per unit and registering and issuing only so many residency cards.

The use of apartments as motel apartments cannot be policed effectively - but again - it boils down to the owner-culture in CSR - perhaps an utilitarian attitude and the lack of neighbourliness on the part of some owners who feel they have no stake in the CSR living environment.

This requires an equally strong push-back by current owner-residents to protect and regulate the inner living environment. It is quite ridiculous if owners of private property are powerless to regulate their own private environment - for which they are empowered to convene a management committee to draw up bye-laws for peaceful co-existence and protection of common interests, and to engage the management agents and security officers to carry out and enforce these by-laws.

This is a very interesting case study - in testing the effectiveness of current frameworks empowering management committees to regulate their own private environments. How wisely and resolutely can the Management Committee use the instruments it has been empowered with, to protect its living environment for the benefit of its residents - is something waiting to unfold.

Hi tony67 :D
Same here... Miss the previous team over here. Guess everybody is still busy with the reno and etc.

Yes, you are right, Kerrisdale does not face so much problem even when the red light district is directly besides them. It is the management. Our management is really really bad at this. I have wrote in to CDL and see what they are going to do about it. But I guess it will be good if all of us can write in to them so as to let them know that many of us are unhappy with the security and management. Other than that, do you know that they are charging for the use of water at the washing bay in the carpark? And no CCTVs are installed in the 3 carparks. What is the use of having CCTV in only B1 lift lobby? I do not see the rationale.

Sigh~ Sad to say, those fools who got stuck in their investments and stocks are the ones who are responsible for all these unpleasant living in CSR. As they are really desperate to get tenants and buyers, they are being manipulated by the scheming agents. Some of them even allow the agents to stay in their unit and these low class agents are so excited that they even brought their family to enjoy the facilities during weekends... :ohno::ohno: And seriously, I think tenants such as the China students are best to be avoided. They are so uneducated and dirty. They are the ones who always make a mess in the estate... Oh yea, FYI, I heard that one 4 bedder unit is packed with 24 tenants. Mostly students.... Ha~ :nuts: And their rental is $500 per pax. This owner is really making big profit over here. More than enough for his/her monthly loan.

I guess we should all stand out and fight for our rights and make our investment worth ;)

O2blue

June 25th, 2009, 03:35 AM

Hi tony67 :D
Same here... Miss the previous team over here. Guess everybody is still busy with the reno and etc.

Yes, you are right, Kerrisdale does not face so much problem even when the red light district is directly besides them. It is the management. Our management is really really bad at this. I have wrote in to CDL and see what they are going to do about it. But I guess it will be good if all of us can write in to them so as to let them know that many of us are unhappy with the security and management. Other than that, do you know that they are charging for the use of water at the washing bay in the carpark? And no CCTVs are installed in the 3 carparks. What is the use of having CCTV in only B1 lift lobby? I do not see the rationale.

Sigh~ Sad to say, those fools who got stuck in their investments and stocks are the ones who are responsible for all these unpleasant living in CSR. As they are really desperate to get tenants and buyers, they are being manipulated by the scheming agents. Some of them even allow the agents to stay in their unit and these low class agents are so excited that they even brought their family to enjoy the facilities during weekends... :ohno::ohno: And seriously, I think tenants such as the China students are best to be avoided. They are so uneducated and dirty. They are the ones who always make a mess in the estate... Oh yea, FYI, I heard that one 4 bedder unit is packed with 24 tenants. Mostly students.... Ha~ :nuts: And their rental is $500 per pax. This owner is really making big profit over here. More than enough for his/her monthly loan.

I guess we should all stand out and fight for our rights and make our investment worth ;)

^^^^^^
Just cuious! How do you both know whether Kerrisdale never or not having such problem? :)
I do not know yet but by looking at the property prices, tells everything right? It has less residents and land space are bigger.

I believe all this happening at CSR is due to the weakness in rental market.
And is in our nature of human mankind to survive in this downturn to do such things. Especially if you are a owner with a multiple units.

Well, what needed is social responsibility to our own society! Then again who cares! :bash:
Especially to those foreign owners. But of course there are some....i have seen one who is a millionaires(cash rich) and does not have more then 2 houses.

I trying to say, if it happened at CSR, it had happened anywhere before and now......and more to come......if govt going to increase in population.

Tony69, good that you have offloaded your unit, or do you have more at CSR? :nuts:

O2blue

June 25th, 2009, 03:49 AM

Baby

June 25th, 2009, 05:22 AM

tony67

June 25th, 2009, 09:11 AM

^^^^^^
Just cuious! How do you both know whether Kerrisdale never or not having such problem? :)
I do not know yet but by looking at the property prices, tells everything right? It has less residents and land space are bigger.

I believe all this happening at CSR is due to the weakness in rental market.
And is in our nature of human mankind to survive in this downturn to do such things. Especially if you are a owner with a multiple units.

Well, what needed is social responsibility to our own society! Then again who cares! :bash:
Especially to those foreign owners. But of course there are some....i have seen one who is a millionaires(cash rich) and does not have more then 2 houses.

I trying to say, if it happened at CSR, it had happened anywhere before and now......and more to come......if govt going to increase in population.

Tony69, good that you have offloaded your unit, or do you have more at CSR? :nuts:

I'm not a property investor - I buy genuinely with the expectation to stay - but since getting the keys I have found the unit rather too crammed for my use plus other factors such as the inner social environment - I took the decision to switch elsewhere. Happily, I managed to book another unit somewhere to my liking. However, I remain very much interested in what is happening in CSR since it is in such a culturally rich and transforming environment, and I have been like checking it out as it progressed previously - sometimes driving by twice a week or so. And I am very inspired by the neighbourliness of a group of committed and excited residents who are truly interested in making CSR their dream home. I feel saddened that CSR has been so badly hijacked by party-spoilers.

darwisk

June 25th, 2009, 09:12 AM

darwisk

June 25th, 2009, 09:51 AM

Abit more to add.

I know of an agent who live there. A rogue agent.....dressed sloppy.
Once my agent intro me to him, he has a number of access to many empty units.
I believe he represent for many CSR owners.

Come to think of it, he maybe the guy you should lookout for!
That time he boosted to told me that he was the only agent who sold the highest price in one of the unit before.
Also, he was trying to sell the unit so badly, but that unit was tenanted. He wanted to push the tenants out in order to sell me the unit and get the commission right away.

Of course, i declined. Prices was sky high........Probably i gave him an impression that i'm desperate to get a unit here.....

Given CSR location, which is near city and all the private schools these issues and problem will not be easily eradicated! but please as the investor in this estate, please do something to stop it!

I have hardly seen this happen at other estate.. this will bring more pressure to the owner of CSR.

O2blue

June 25th, 2009, 09:56 AM

:ohno:
Is the situation at city square that bad? This will put additional pressure to the owners!
Especially with the cluster of condominium in that area now (Southbank, Citylight, kerrisdale, Citysquare). It will generate to the public that citysquare are different level with the rest! and thus affect the price n rental.

^^^^^^

If you have being staying around D8 or that area for awhile, infact the environment has improved.

Just that the current prices does match or worth that much. I personally feel.

An silly agent called me yesterday and offer me a $1200psf for CSR unit.
:lol::lol::lol:

What a turn off!

darwisk

June 25th, 2009, 10:08 AM

^^^^^^

If you have being staying around D8 or that area for awhile, infact the environment has improved.

Just that the current prices does match or worth that much. I personally feel.

An silly agent called me yesterday and offer me a $1200psf for CSR unit.
:lol::lol::lol:

What a turn off!

The owner and the agent must been dreaming! How could it be 1200 psf at current economic condition, to be able to fetch 900-1000 is fantastic alrd!
at 1200 psf, you can easily get D9 properties.

and definitely you wont be facing of the indian crowd in the weekend. I happen to drive along the way during weekend, and i was in shocked! i thought i was in india!
So crowded! and it's a total mess...!

iamme2

June 25th, 2009, 02:00 PM

Abit more to add.

I know of an agent who live there. A rogue agent.....dressed sloppy.
Once my agent intro me to him, he has a number of access to many empty units.
I believe he represent for many CSR owners.

Come to think of it, he maybe the guy you should lookout for!
That time he boosted to told me that he was the only agent who sold the highest price in one of the unit before.
Also, he was trying to sell the unit so badly, but that unit was tenanted. He wanted to push the tenants out in order to sell me the unit and get the commission right away.

Of course, i declined. Prices was sky high........Probably i gave him an impression that i'm desperate to get a unit here.....

Yes, I have met him and unfortunately enaged his services. He is pushy and overbearing and have access to many units in CSR :ohno:. Lucky for me, I got a tenent that was very keen in my unit and offer me a pretty rentel price. Honestly, his service is lousy and utterly unprofessional.

CC_C

June 25th, 2009, 05:42 PM

Yes, I have met him and unfortunately enaged his services. He is pushy and overbearing and have access to many units in CSR :ohno:. Lucky for me, I got a tenent that was very keen in my unit and offer me a pretty rentel price. Honestly, his service is lousy and utterly unprofessional.

Hi iamme2, mind PM me his contact? Thanks! ;)

CC_C

June 25th, 2009, 05:48 PM

CDL hired property mgt sulks....even 6 star like Sail also got lots of security lapse and loop holes....not to mention CitySquare.

Metropolitan was so much better when I visited last weekend....all guests and agent need owners to escort in....visitors will think the security is a hassle, but if I'm the owner/tenants I'll be very glad with the security....that's call condo living !

Hi Baby, you are right! Even The Sail is having lots of problems regarding the security. People can just go in and out and the security don't even bother to "wayang" a bit. Cars always go in and out without having to show access card. Ha~ It is worst during festivals and countdown....

Actually Metropolitian is doing the right thing. Either the owner have to bring in their guests or using the intercom to check the identities of guests. But here in CSR, security are having good life. Doing nothing but eating, sleeping and watch some stuff on their mobiles. What a good life! :ohno:

CC_C

June 25th, 2009, 05:49 PM

scenzz

June 25th, 2009, 07:06 PM

Hi guys,

Just some comments after reading the thread of negative comments abt CSR.. I myself is a owner here and has been staying here for past few months as well. Initially, we have been thinking of renting out, but after staying for couple of weeks, we have decided to make this our permanent home.. why, it's all about location, location and location...

There are good mix of crowd here, Caucacians, Koreans, Japanese, Chinese, Indians and local singaporean... Yes, there are units tenanted with 16 pples, but I don't really care as I don't share the unit with them. In fact, my neighbour may be one of those units, but generally, they are still quite low profile and I don't hear any noise or rowdiness, amid occasionally unpleasant habits like leaving trashes around the rubbish chute. Other than that, I don't see much problems.

In terms of outside environment, I'm more inclined to describe it as vibrant than chaos. I love staying in lively surrounding rather than dead, quiet place. I guess that goes with personal preference. For me, Mustapha is definitely a fun place to shop. I visited it almost every week and the experience is much better than those monotonous malls, though it's crowded most of the time. With the mall coming (in fact I'm more excited by the Mustapha extension than the mall), I see more positive than negative as it will make the surrounding more happening and will surely get the attention of would-be buyers. The management of the mall is lendlease, the same management team behind Parkway and the new mall in Orchard Somerset. I guess the mall will be positioned like Parkway, somewhere between heartland and the upmarket. Will those indian crowd go there? Probably, but I don't think they are the target market for the retails. Anyway, let see in few months time, no point speculating here.

In terms of surrounding eateries, not many condo can beat CSR. Scissors cut rice, Zhen Wen Ji pig organ soup, Ng Ah Soi Bak Kut Teh, Swee Choon, Lavender Food Market, Jalan Besar Food Market.. It just a food haven.. Let's share some good tips on the surrounding restaurants, foodstalls or shops to visits... ;)

BTW, I don't own a car (I don't really need one as the mrt and plenty of buses just by the side), so seldom venture into B1 carpark and thus yet to have those negative experience, but this is really a minor issue that the management need to dealt with.

Yes, probably the security is lax, the management is not responding, unprofessional agents.. but all these are just secondary problems. Look beyond that, I must say that CSR is definitely have much potential for future capital gain. The price has already gone up from 850psf in Jan to more than 1000psf in Jun (Just look at the caveat lodge).. The price speak the loudest. If the property market remain hot, CSR price will sure go in tandem.

All in all, I'm a happy owner here.. and will sell only when the price is really attractive.

O2blue

June 26th, 2009, 08:51 AM

Hi iamme2, mind PM me his contact? Thanks! ;)

PM you that agent name too. Hope to see the agent name is matched. :)

What are you going to do?

O2blue

July 12th, 2009, 11:03 AM

Hi CSR owners,

Just check, is the park next door belong to CDL and part of CSR area?
I know the park still developing but there is a big gap or pathway in between it???

Thanks

tony67

July 13th, 2009, 02:04 PM

Hi CSR owners,

Just check, is the park next door belong to CDL and part of CSR area?
I know the park still developing but there is a big gap or pathway in between it???

Thanks

It is a public park - not part of CSR. The pathway is a public pathway.

O2blue

July 13th, 2009, 04:53 PM

It is a public park - not part of CSR. The pathway is a public pathway.

^^

Oh, i always thought is part of CSR. :nuts:
Thanks Tony..

sigh....:(
There goes the park........... :ohno::(

Will the Indian gay community be shifted into the park?

mingwen

July 14th, 2009, 04:45 AM

^^

Oh, i always thought is part of CSR. :nuts:
Thanks Tony..

sigh....:(
There goes the park........... :ohno::(

Will the Indian gay community be shifted into the park?

of coz it will! if only u initiate it :cheers:

O2blue

July 14th, 2009, 06:31 AM

of coz it will! if only u initiate it :cheers:

Nature will take it course.
so many of them hanging at mustafa outside.

I will arrest them if i saw them monkey around. :bash::lol::lol:

mingwen

July 14th, 2009, 07:38 AM

Nature will take it course.
so many of them hanging at mustafa outside.

I will arrest them if i saw them monkey around. :bash::lol::lol:

are they 'ah kua' or gay? u have to differentiate 1st.. :nuts:

O2blue

July 14th, 2009, 08:14 AM

are they 'ah kua' or gay? u have to differentiate 1st.. :nuts:

U must have miss the chanelnewaisa news!

If u want to know, hold a mineral water bottles and stand along mustafa outside. :lol:

mingwen

July 14th, 2009, 08:26 AM

U must have miss the chanelnewaisa news!

If u want to know, hold a mineral water bottles and stand along mustafa outside. :lol:

oh! is that what they do by holding mineral water bottles?thats interesting!
thanks for sharing the info,i believed u know best :lol:
but for me,i dont go to those places near CSR :cheers:

O2blue

July 14th, 2009, 11:21 AM

oh! is that what they do by holding mineral water bottles?thats interesting!
thanks for sharing the info,i believed u know best :lol:
but for me,i dont go to those places near CSR :cheers:
^^

U are welcome.
Is good to be able to share these common general knowledge to you.

SS88

July 22nd, 2009, 03:24 AM

Hi any owner of CSR can help me with the phone number of the management office? I am an owner of the property and has rented out my unit. I live overseas and is in need to contact the management office. Thank you for your help

rusty66

July 22nd, 2009, 10:00 AM

SS88

July 22nd, 2009, 10:05 AM

The Mgt Office number is 65090231 and fax no. 65090234.

Thank you for the help

c2h5ethan

September 27th, 2009, 05:22 AM

colourbox

September 27th, 2009, 09:04 AM

O2blue

September 28th, 2009, 04:06 AM

hi hi, any of the original forum posters still around?

been a while since i last posted here.

i have since sold my unit at CS.

no doubt, really love the location and the ethnic feel about the place, but the way that some owners are renting out their place, really made the whole place very low class..

at blk 14, everyday, without fail, there will be heaps of rubbish at the ground floor lift lobby. the place smells really bad... during the weekend, the shared facilities get a bit crowded and noisy..

this has been a nice place, but at this point, with the kind of people staying inside (some of them, not all), i wouldn't even want to step near this place, lest i get associated with some of the people who goes in and out of this place...

well, i supposed it has been a lesson learnt. at least i'm more aware of what i look for in a good home.

Yes, it had been awhile since anyone posted here.

c2h5ethan, how long have you been living there?

If i'm not wrong, you belong to Phase 1 owner? Probably end of last year...

Yup quite agreed with you, some places are not so meant for a so call "good Home" especially with a bigger family and kidz along.
Is like, families staying in a 1 to 2 bedrooms estate. This kind of estate meant for singles and very small families. Owners prefer to rent it out...that the trend...

Anyway u missed the CS mall.....i was wrong, there is a NTUC. :)

Hopefully, more initial Owners at CSR would cash in their buying and sell to more genuine buyer(home stayer).

Bye bye....

O2blue

September 29th, 2009, 04:26 AM

c2h5ethan

October 3rd, 2009, 08:35 PM

Hi c2h5ethan,

Can know whether U sold to local or a foreigner? Just curious who are the buyer now.

Thanks, hope u still comes into this forum.

Hihi, i still do come in once in a while to look at other threads cos have bought a unit under another project.

yea yea! mine was block 14, TOP in Jan this year.

actually, i believe the buyer was a PR, if i'm not wrong.

actually, i really love the place and was planning to stay there, but i really cannot stand some of the people living there.

the new project i bought into should be better. at least i can be pretty sure the buyer profile is very different from those who bought into CS. rental-wise, way higher than CS, so unlikely to have units being 'divided' up and sub-let to the kinds of tenants currently staying in CS.

really, no offence to tenants in CS, but some of them are really too 'terrible' and 'scary'. makes me dread going home after work sometimes..

O2blue

October 5th, 2009, 05:16 AM

Hihi, i still do come in once in a while to look at other threads cos have bought a unit under another project.

yea yea! mine was block 14, TOP in Jan this year.

actually, i believe the buyer was a PR, if i'm not wrong.

actually, i really love the place and was planning to stay there, but i really cannot stand some of the people living there.

the new project i bought into should be better. at least i can be pretty sure the buyer profile is very different from those who bought into CS. rental-wise, way higher than CS, so unlikely to have units being 'divided' up and sub-let to the kinds of tenants currently staying in CS.

really, no offence to tenants in CS, but some of them are really too 'terrible' and 'scary'. makes me dread going home after work sometimes..

^^
Thanks for sharing.
Yup agree with you. But in current market now, is hard to avoid such situation where many are investors are buying new devt to invest in long term.
Alot of times, rental market isn't as good as in seems. Even is good, you may not get the kind of tenant u may hope for.

So alot of landlords would rent to whoever pay the highest. :)

BKing

October 15th, 2009, 10:48 AM

Hi,

I am looking to buy a 4BR unit in CSR. The agents offered were smaller unit or 4BR with 2 years tenancy. Anyone knew any agent that have vacant unit for sale?

O2blue

October 17th, 2009, 05:36 PM

Hi,

I am looking to buy a 4BR unit in CSR. The agents offered were smaller unit or 4BR with 2 years tenancy. Anyone knew any agent that have vacant unit for sale?

^^^^^^

There is 146 units of 4bedrms. Should not be that difficult to find one.
Just wondering what is the current pricing?

The CSMall's McDonald is open! :)

Property_owner

October 17th, 2009, 07:49 PM

Hi,

I am looking to buy a 4BR unit in CSR. The agents offered were smaller unit or 4BR with 2 years tenancy. Anyone knew any agent that have vacant unit for sale?

Pal. Cannot be right? Can't find vacant unit? How many agents you called? Or your budget just too low they find excuses not to entertain u?

Monument

October 17th, 2009, 11:45 PM

Pal. Cannot be right? Can't find vacant unit? How many agents you called? Or your budget just too low they find excuses not to entertain u?

There are very few properties for sale in City Square.

iamme2

October 18th, 2009, 06:44 AM

There are very few properties for sale in City Square.

I have a 4 room unit with tenancy ending this Nov but cannot decide to sell or to look for new tenants:nuts:

O2blue

October 19th, 2009, 04:35 PM

I have a 4 room unit with tenancy ending this Nov but cannot decide to sell or to look for new tenants:nuts:

^^

Hi, just curious. Your tenants Ang Mo Expats or China students?
I seen alot of tenants are either the above.

I think is quite easy to look for a new tenants at the current renting market.

iamme2

October 20th, 2009, 07:01 AM

^^

Hi, just curious. Your tenants Ang Mo Expats or China students?
I seen alot of tenants are either the above.

I think is quite easy to look for a new tenants at the current renting market.

No thanks to an unethical agent, to China students. They were not tenants of my choice, thankfully, they are an OK lot.

Just be careful of the agents that you are working with. Yap, not see many 4 rooms unit out for rental in the advertisement .. so hopefully demand is higher than supply:yes:

franklkk

December 20th, 2009, 10:22 AM

Hi to all CSR owners. Can anyone advice me how to connect the following computer outlet using Starhub broadband to share the connection among the other outlets within the unit?? I did mine in my previous house cos it comes with a share connection facility in the main electrical compartment. Thanks in advance.

http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i172/franklkk/DSC00634.jpg

PrecisionDrive

March 23rd, 2010, 10:05 AM

A unit at City Square Residences was transacted for $1,306 psf on 9th March this year.

PrecisionDrive

April 7th, 2010, 05:08 PM

A unit at City Square Residences was transacted for $1,394 psf on 17th March this year.

O2blue

April 8th, 2010, 09:50 AM

Investors are cashing in their investment.

Alot of foreigner buyer comes in to purchase...

PrecisionDrive

April 27th, 2010, 08:43 AM

A unit at City Square Residences was transacted for $1,402 psf on 5th April this year.

khimba

May 9th, 2010, 05:32 PM

A unit at City Square Residences was transacted for $1,402 psf on 5th April this year.

Hi,
Do you know how many bedder was it? and was it high or low floor?
Any idea how much 2 bedder (low to mid floor) have sold in the past month or so? Hope to get some helpful feedback from forumers.
Looks like the price is going up, up and up.

Thanks.

khimba

May 9th, 2010, 05:36 PM

A unit at City Square Residences was transacted for $1,402 psf on 5th April this year.

Hi,
Where do you check for info on past sales (sold) units for City Sq Res.?
Pls advice, thanks.
Khimba

Property_owner

May 9th, 2010, 06:09 PM

Hi,
Where do you check for info on past sales (sold) units for City Sq Res.?
Pls advice, thanks.
Khimba

http://www.streetsine.com/main.html#homeReport

alleggsinonebasket

July 12th, 2010, 04:51 AM

A unit at City Square Residences was transacted for $1,402 psf on 5th April this year.

From URA
- The lowest for Jun 2010 is 1,135 psf
- The highes for Jun 2010 is 1,332 psf

Seems like prices are dropping?

Grenzschutz

September 15th, 2010, 08:46 AM

hi hi, any of the original forum posters still around?

been a while since i last posted here.

i have since sold my unit at CS.

no doubt, really love the location and the ethnic feel about the place, but the way that some owners are renting out their place, really made the whole place very low class..

at blk 14, everyday, without fail, there will be heaps of rubbish at the ground floor lift lobby. the place smells really bad... during the weekend, the shared facilities get a bit crowded and noisy..

this has been a nice place, but at this point, with the kind of people staying inside (some of them, not all), i wouldn't even want to step near this place, lest i get associated with some of the people who goes in and out of this place...

well, i supposed it has been a lesson learnt. at least i'm more aware of what i look for in a good home.

I totally agree with you. I am happy to have sold this place. (Since so many here are interested, I sold to a foreigner.)

A lot of the complaints here are very reasonable. With 912 units in such a small area, I don't think there is a condo with higher density of occupants. And I don't think the cleaners can keep up.

I can understand why people throw their rubbish downstairs. Either the chute is too small or in my case, someone pissed at the chute area.

I have even seen the police called in at night sometimes. I think is is because the management is unable to handle disputes between neighbours.

Grenzschutz

September 15th, 2010, 08:51 AM

Hi Baby, you are right! Even The Sail is having lots of problems regarding the security. People can just go in and out and the security don't even bother to "wayang" a bit. Cars always go in and out without having to show access card. Ha~ It is worst during festivals and countdown....

Actually Metropolitian is doing the right thing. Either the owner have to bring in their guests or using the intercom to check the identities of guests. But here in CSR, security are having good life. Doing nothing but eating, sleeping and watch some stuff on their mobiles. What a good life! :ohno:

Dude, I lived here for one and a half years. For alot of that time, the IU reader was spoilt and the guards always opened the gate for me automatically without checking. (partially because some idiot bang down the gantry two times.)

How about asking the management to clamp the taxis parking in the condo? Hint: One always parking at B1 next to the ramp going down to B2, near the gondola, one always parking at B2 block 10 side.