An opinion piece about the price of waterfront homes in Singapore and across our shores.
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As far as I am concerned, there is nothing more attractive for a property than a waterfront view. Be it an ocean, lake, or a river, I can watch for hours the water glimmering under the sun especially during sunset moments. The most spectacular views are when you witness the sun sinking into the body of water where the horizon meets. This is what I call ? the best show that nature has to offer, daily!
 
Surprisingly, many Asian coastal and island nations, even smaller island nations, had their original settlers turning their backs on the sea.
Homes in Sentosa Cove afford waterfront living. Image: UnTourist SG  In Singapore media, I saw some articles with headings such as: ?Why are Sentosa Cove properties making a comeback"? One would expect the titles to be more like: “Why are these properties the most expensive in Singapore"”
 
I am amused by such articles. From my logic, and from what we know of the prices in the most prestigious locations in the world, the priciest properties tend to have waterfront views. Whether it is in Hong Kong with the fabulous views of the harbour, or a palace belonging to the princely family of Monaco with the views of the Mediterranean Sea, these are fine examples of how a waterbody adds lustre to a property.
 
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