For rental yield I think ok lah....Now days single working professional don't mind renting there.... Close to city with cheap rent, where to get? I also don't mind
But for own stay with family, think twice lei....
If you decide to buy, make sure it is a fantastic offer to offset all the negativity of the place...Plus be prepared to borrow from finance companies rather than banks (higher interest). Also, can negotiate with the agent. developer (most are very very desperate to sell a unit as quickly as possible)
Also watch out for fly by night developers, make sure they are financially sound.....Typically less than famous developers market that area (I cld be wrong, but it seems the case to me)
But if for some reason gahmen decide to clean up the place, you will huat huat huat big time