The first time we viewed our flat we already have a very good feeling about the place. The flat is very suitable for our family… wet market is just 1 block away, bright and windy, it’s quite new (10yrs old) in reference to other block’s age, near to our church, not so big but also not too small, it is within our budget, and our toddler seems so happy walking around in our living room. Though it is 10 minutes walk going to MRT, it is still manageable.
So I can say that the two most important things to consider in COV are BUDGET and HAPPINESS towards your flat. A family could just consider to wait until they find the flat that he/she likes and within the budget.