What Does It Mean?
A dual-key unit is a single strata property with two separate, self-contained living spaces (typically a main unit plus a studio or one-bedroom sub-unit) accessed through a shared foyer, but held under one title and one set of stamp duties. It is popular with multi-generational families and investors who want to live in one half and rent out the other, or rent both out separately.
Why It Matters
A dual-key unit lets one purchase serve two households or double as a home-plus-rental, all under a single set of stamp duties. That efficiency is why they appeal to multi-gen families and yield-focused investors — but the sub-unit is small, and resale demand is narrower than for a standard layout.
Where to Find This on ShiokNest
- New Launches tab
- Buy-to-Rent ROI Calculator
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I pay one or two sets of stamp duty on a dual-key unit?
Can I rent out just one half of a dual-key unit?
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