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title: "M’sian questions proposed rental fee of RM1.7K for a partitioned ‘room’ in Singapore"
url: https://weirdkaya.com/msian-questions-proposed-rental-fee-of-rm1-7k-for-a-partitioned-room-in-singapore/
date: 2021-05-12
modified: 2021-06-17
lang: en
author: "S.Y Lee"
description: "We all know that finding a place to live is one of the most difficult tasks, especially for those who study or work in a foreign country. Last Saturday (May..."
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# M’sian questions proposed rental fee of RM1.7K for a partitioned ‘room’ in Singapore

We all know that finding a place to live is one of the most difficult tasks, especially for those who study or work in a foreign country.

Last Saturday (May 8), a Malaysian took to Facebook to question if it was reasonable to pay SGD550 (approximately RM1,700) per month in rent for a partitioned ‘room’.

The 25-year-old was planning to move to Singapore this July and a landlord offered him a partitioned ‘room’ near the Khatib MRT. The rental fee included utilities, internet and air conditioning, according to [Shin Ming Daily.](https://www.facebook.com/357787027613216/posts/4024820717576477/?d=n)

When he received a photo of the aforementioned ‘room’, he was mind blown as it was actually a small corner at the living room that was cordoned off by a curtain!

![M](https://cdn.weirdkaya.com/media/20210512_187_02.jpg)(Image from Facebook/ Fvyn Hedkandee)

![M](https://cdn.weirdkaya.com/media/20210512_187_03.jpg)(Image from Facebook/ Fvyn Hedkandee)

> **"No offense to any landlord, but is this reasonable?”**

![M](https://cdn.weirdkaya.com/media/20210512_187_04.jpg)(Screenshot from [Facebook/ Fvyn Hedkandee](https://www.facebook.com/groups/1465959713702045/permalink/2628767704087901/))

The shocking offer has surprised and amused netizens, and the post has since gained 3K likes and 3K shares.

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Netizens poked fun at the bizarre ‘room’ with humourous comments.

▼"This must be a patient’s bed, right?"

![M](https://cdn.weirdkaya.com/media/20210512_187_05.jpg)(Screenshot from [Facebook/ Fvyn Hedkandee](https://www.facebook.com/groups/1465959713702045/permalink/2628767704087901/))

▼"It looks like a funeral procession!"

![M](https://cdn.weirdkaya.com/media/20210512_187_06.jpg)(Screenshot from [Facebook/ Fvyn Hedkandee](https://www.facebook.com/groups/1465959713702045/permalink/2628767704087901/))

▼"Is someone giving birth or praying inside?"

![M](https://cdn.weirdkaya.com/media/20210512_187_07.jpg)(Screenshot from [Facebook/ Fvyn Hedkandee](https://www.facebook.com/groups/1465959713702045/permalink/2628767704087901/))

According to the Singapore’s [Housing & Development Board (HDB) website](https://www.hdb.gov.sg/cs/infoweb/application-to-rent-out-bedrooms/terms-and-conditions#2), partitioned rooms cannot be rented out as bedrooms.

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**Sources**: [Facebook/ Fvyn Hedkandee](https://www.facebook.com/groups/1465959713702045/permalink/2628767704087901/)

**Editor**: Raymond Chen
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