Compare two actual one-bedroom units on usable space, total outlay, handover timing and the next buyer—not just project age.
Compare what you can actually use
Put both floor plans at the same scale. Separate enclosed living area from balcony, air-con ledges and circulation. Check whether the bedroom fits a real bed and whether the living room still works with a desk or dining table.
Record usable walls, storage and outdoor area separately.Put timing into the total cost
A new launch may require a wait before move-in or rental income. A resale unit may need repairs or renovation sooner. Compare the deposit, purchase costs, financing, maintenance, expected works and any rent you pay while waiting.
Use your actual payment schedule and realistic work quotes.Compare the likely exit
Look at how many one-bedders the project has, recent same-size transactions and nearby alternatives. If a launch premium is high, ask which future buyer will pay it again. If resale is cheaper, ask whether the discount reflects age, layout or location.
Write down the competing homes a buyer could choose instead.Use these one-bedroom checks with the actual floor plan, price and project data. The linked source covers the wider framework.
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