Thanks everyone. MRT or distance shouldn't be an issue as I ride a bike to office which is at Changi Business Park, so any location 20 kms from my office will do. I I tried Propertyguru search, it always show up new launches that will TOP in 3-4 years. Its really tough to make out if its a new launch or not, unless I click each and every ad.
My personal favorite are the 1 bedder FH condos on Flora road, eg Estella Gardens, Avila Gardens etc. I just love that location. I wish they were cheap enough though
My manager bought a 2 bedroom 937 sqft apt at Melville park in 2008 for 530K. Serious heartburn