The 10 Best Coliving Spaces in Singapore

Flexible, furnished coliving operators in Singapore for professionals, students and longer stays.

Reviewed by our editors · Updated July 2026 · How we rank

Our verdict: Cove is the best coliving space in Singapore right now - best all-rounder for choice, value and access. Coliwoo runs it closest.

Singapore's coliving market is broad: some operators run shared apartments with private rooms, while others offer serviced studios, apartment hotels or boutique shophouse residences. The right choice depends on lease length, location, privacy, cleaning frequency, utilities, MRT access and how much community programming you actually want.

For this ranking, we prioritised operators with active Singapore inventory, transparent websites, furnished units, reliable resident support and a clear record of serving locals, expats, students or corporate tenants. Prices can move quickly, so check inclusions such as utilities caps, housekeeping, deposits, minimum stay and cancellation terms before booking.

  1. 01
    Cove logo

    Cove

    89/100

    Large Singapore coliving operator with furnished rooms, studios, events and flexible monthly options.

    195 Pearl's Hill Terrace, #02-01, Singapore 168976
    +6531631597cove.sg
    $$ price range

    Best all-rounder for choice, value and access.” - our editors

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    Cove is the most practical first stop for many renters because the range is wide and the website makes filtering by neighbourhood, budget and room type straightforward. It is especially strong for students and young professionals who want furnished housing without setting up utilities or furniture. The community events are a genuine plus if you are new to Singapore. The trade-off is that experience varies by property, so inspect the exact room, bathroom arrangement and house rules before committing.

    Why Cove made TheBest SG · full scorecard
    WHY THEY MADE THEBEST SG

    It earned the top spot for scale, active availability, clear pricing tiers, islandwide reach and a strong fit for the typical coliving renter in Singapore.

    Cove operates one of Singapore's widest coliving inventories, spanning shared rooms, private studios, serviced apartments and whole homes across central, city-fringe, east and west neighbourhoods. Its site lists tiered options from Basics to Luxe, with furnished rooms, Wi-Fi, maintenance, flexible contracts and community perks. Cove also supports students, professionals and corporate housing needs, with listings showing MRT proximity and monthly pricing. The brand has expanded beyond Singapore while keeping a strong local operating base, making it one of the easiest operators to compare by budget, location and room type.

    THE EDITORS' SCORECARD - 89/100
    Unique Service Proposition18/20
    Quality of Service18/20
    Accessibility19/20
    Value for Money18/20
    Innovation16/20
  2. 02
    Coliwoo logo

    Coliwoo

    88/100

    LHN-backed coliving brand with residences, serviced apartments, hotels and around 3,600 rooms.

    612 Serangoon Road, Singapore 218217
    +6597908585coliwoo.com
    $$ price range

    Strongest institutional operator with broad formats.” - our editors

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    Coliwoo is known for breadth and structure rather than boutique personality. It is a strong pick if you want a professionally managed property, multiple formats and a recognisable operator with many addresses. The serviced apartment and hotel options help if your stay length is unusual or you need more formal facilities. The trade-off is that some properties feel more functional than intimate, so it suits renters who prioritise convenience, pricing and support over a small-house community feel.

    Why Coliwoo made TheBest SG · full scorecard
    WHY THEY MADE THEBEST SG

    Its large room count, varied property types and Singapore-wide presence make it one of the most dependable operators for both short and longer stays.

    Coliwoo is a major Singapore coliving provider under LHN, offering co-living residences, serviced apartments and co-living hotels. Its portfolio includes locations such as Lavender, Beach Road, Balestier, Orchard, River Valley, Keppel, Bukit Timah Fire Station, Kampong Glam and Pasir Panjang. The operator positions itself around affordable flexible living, communal spaces, gyms, lounges, equipped kitchens and events. It also serves professionals, students, corporate guests and short-stay users, with minimum stays varying by property type. Its published contact details and large local footprint make it one of the more established choices for renters who want institutional backing.

    THE EDITORS' SCORECARD - 88/100
    Unique Service Proposition18/20
    Quality of Service18/20
    Accessibility18/20
    Value for Money18/20
    Innovation16/20
  3. 03

    Homegrown coliving operator with TAP Lite, TAP Luxe, TAP Home and student-focused options.

    Best homegrown operator for flexible formats.” - our editors

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    TAP stands out for understanding Singapore's rental pain points: flexible formats, central locations and a resident app that keeps support and documents in one place. It feels more local than the global brands and has enough range to serve students, singles and professionals. The better TAP properties can be polished and convenient. The trade-off is that the portfolio is mixed, from value rooms to higher-end apartments, so renters should compare each building rather than assume one uniform product.

    Why The Assembly Place made TheBest SG · full scorecard
    WHY THEY MADE THEBEST SG

    It ranks highly for local relevance, flexible formats, visible active inventory and a strong mix of rooms, apartments and student housing.

    The Assembly Place, often called TAP, is a homegrown Singapore operator offering room rentals, ensuite rooms, private apartments and student accommodation. Its current site lists options such as TAP Lite, TAP Luxe and TAP Home, with highlighted properties in Geylang, Lavender and Jalan Serene. TAP also runs resident privileges through its app, covering support, documents, community updates and partner benefits. The company has grown from a local coliving startup into a sizeable accommodation platform, with student housing and specialised services sitting alongside its mainstream coliving homes.

    THE EDITORS' SCORECARD - 87/100
    Unique Service Proposition18/20
    Quality of Service17/20
    Accessibility18/20
    Value for Money17/20
    Innovation17/20
  4. 04
    Habyt logo

    Habyt

    86/100

    Global flexible living operator behind Habyt Cantonment, Owen House, Kallang, Novena and more.

    150 Cantonment Road, Singapore 089762
    habyt.com
    $$$ price range
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    Habyt is best for renters who want a polished, hotel-adjacent coliving experience without giving up shared spaces. Cantonment remains one of Singapore's most distinctive coliving addresses, and the wider network gives guests more location options than a single-property operator. It works well for expats, business travellers and people between homes. The trade-off is that pricing can sit above basic room-rental operators, and the experience may feel closer to serviced living than traditional house-share coliving.

    Why Habyt made TheBest SG · full scorecard
    WHY THEY MADE THEBEST SG

    Habyt combines strong brand recognition, heritage-led Singapore properties and flexible living formats across several well-located addresses.

    Habyt operates flexible living properties in Singapore including Cantonment, Owen House, Kallang, Novena, Kada at Maxwell and Chinatown. The brand grew locally after Hmlet became part of Habyt, and it now presents Singapore stays as a blend of hotel comfort, apartment freedom, privacy and community. Habyt Cantonment is especially recognisable for its heritage school-site setting near Tanjong Pagar, shared spaces and flexible stay model. The operator is suited to renters who want a branded accommodation experience with communal areas, central locations and booking options across several Singapore properties.

    THE EDITORS' SCORECARD - 86/100
    Unique Service Proposition18/20
    Quality of Service18/20
    Accessibility17/20
    Value for Money16/20
    Innovation17/20
  5. 05
    lyf logo

    lyf

    85/100

    Ascott's social living brand with Singapore properties in Funan, one-north, Farrer Park and Bugis.

    67 Hill Street, #04-01, Singapore 179370
    +6569702288discoverasr.com
    $$$ price range
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    lyf is the safest pick for someone who likes the idea of coliving but still wants a recognisable hospitality standard. Funan's location is hard to beat, and the shared kitchens, workspaces and events make it more social than a standard hotel. It is also useful for corporate stays because booking and service processes are mature. The trade-off is price: lyf usually feels more premium and less residential than room-based coliving operators.

    Why lyf made TheBest SG · full scorecard
    WHY THEY MADE THEBEST SG

    It is a reputable social living brand with multiple Singapore sites, strong locations and the backing of Ascott's hospitality infrastructure.

    lyf is Ascott's social living and apartment hotel brand, with Singapore properties including lyf Funan, lyf one-north, lyf Farrer Park and lyf Bugis. lyf Funan is positioned as coliving in Singapore, with ensuite rooms, high-speed Wi-Fi, shared working spaces, a community kitchen, gym and curated events. The brand suits guests who want the reliability of a major hospitality group with more social spaces than a conventional serviced apartment. It is especially convenient for shorter stays, business trips, relocations and renters who prefer hotel-grade operations over a shared apartment model.

    THE EDITORS' SCORECARD - 85/100
    Unique Service Proposition17/20
    Quality of Service18/20
    Accessibility18/20
    Value for Money15/20
    Innovation17/20
  6. 06
    Figment logo

    Figment

    84/100

    Boutique heritage-home coliving brand offering designer shophouse studios in central Singapore.

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    Figment is for renters who care about where they live, not just how much space they get. The shophouse homes, original art and club-house programming give it a grown-up, design-led personality that few Singapore coliving operators match. It is especially appealing to expats and professionals who want a memorable address. The trade-off is that prices are higher and facilities like gyms may depend on nearby third-party options rather than being inside the property.

    Why Figment made TheBest SG · full scorecard
    WHY THEY MADE THEBEST SG

    Figment deserves a high rank for its distinctive heritage-home positioning, thoughtful interiors and serious appeal to design-conscious professionals.

    Figment offers furnished designer rentals in Singapore heritage homes, with flexible stays from three months. Its portfolio focuses on shophouse-style Boutique Homes in neighbourhoods such as Emerald Hill, Jalan Besar, Geylang, Tanjong Pagar, Joo Chiat and River Valley. Listings highlight private studios, shared house facilities, weekly cleaning, high-speed Wi-Fi, flexible contracts and access to Figment Club House. The brand is distinct from mass-market coliving because it emphasises architecture, art, local design and cultural events rather than only affordability or room count.

    THE EDITORS' SCORECARD - 84/100
    Unique Service Proposition19/20
    Quality of Service18/20
    Accessibility16/20
    Value for Money14/20
    Innovation17/20
  7. 07

    Regional flexible living operator with furnished Singapore serviced apartments and long-stay support.

    dash.co
    $$$ price range
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    Dash Living is strongest for people who want privacy and a simple monthly setup, especially business travellers and relocating professionals. The promise is clear: furnished apartments, housekeeping, utilities and support in established city locations. It does not deliver the same neighbourly house-share feel as Cove or TAP, but that may be exactly the point for renters who want fewer shared spaces. The trade-off is that availability and exact pricing usually require enquiry rather than quick comparison.

    Why Dash Living made TheBest SG · full scorecard
    WHY THEY MADE THEBEST SG

    It made the list for reputable regional operations, flexible Singapore leases and a service model that fits professional long-stay renters.

    Dash Living offers furnished serviced apartments in Singapore, with locations listed around Raffles Place, Novena Balestier, one-north and City Hall. The operator combines home-like living with hotel services, flexible leases from one month, fitted kitchens, weekly professional cleaning, utilities, Wi-Fi, maintenance and customer service. While its Singapore product leans more serviced apartment than shared-room coliving, Dash Living's broader brand includes coliving and community-focused rental solutions across Asia Pacific. It is a credible option for professionals who want flexible accommodation without the uncertainty of the open rental market.

    THE EDITORS' SCORECARD - 83/100
    Unique Service Proposition16/20
    Quality of Service17/20
    Accessibility17/20
    Value for Money16/20
    Innovation17/20
  8. 08

    Boutique aparthotel and serviced apartment group in Singapore's heritage districts.

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    Heritage Collection is a good fit for renters who want Singapore character without moving into a shared flat. The locations are walkable, food-rich and convenient for visitors who want to live close to the city rather than in a generic condo. Reviews often point to helpful staff and tidy rooms. The trade-off is space: rooms can be compact, and the social side is lighter than purpose-built coliving brands with events and resident communities.

    Why Heritage Collection made TheBest SG · full scorecard
    WHY THEY MADE THEBEST SG

    It was selected for reliable long-stay accommodation, strong heritage-neighbourhood coverage and a polished digital aparthotel model.

    Heritage Collection is a homegrown boutique aparthotel and serviced apartment provider with properties in areas such as Kampong Glam, City Hall, the Quays and Chinatown. It offers short-term and long-term accommodation in shophouse-style settings, with high-speed Wi-Fi, weekly housekeeping, kitchenettes, mobile check-in and a digital concierge team. The brand is not a classic shared-apartment coliving operator, but it suits renters who want heritage-neighbourhood living, self-contained rooms and flexible stays. Its published reviews and contact details make it a credible option for extended visitors and local stayers.

    THE EDITORS' SCORECARD - 82/100
    Unique Service Proposition17/20
    Quality of Service17/20
    Accessibility17/20
    Value for Money15/20
    Innovation16/20
  9. 09

    Flexible furnished rental platform with Singapore serviced apartments and coliving rooms from 90 days.

    metroresidences.com
    $$ price range
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    MetroResidences is useful when your priority is practical accommodation for a few months, especially if you want to compare coliving rooms against serviced apartments in one place. It has a more transactional feel than the community-led operators, but that can be helpful for corporate assignees and mid-term renters. The trade-off is that the resident experience depends heavily on the exact property, so check photos, inclusions, cleaning terms and support channels carefully.

    Why MetroResidences made TheBest SG · full scorecard
    WHY THEY MADE THEBEST SG

    It earns a place for active coliving-room inventory, furnished mid-term rentals and a platform that helps compare serviced and shared options.

    MetroResidences lists serviced apartments and coliving rooms in Singapore, with minimum stays shown from 90 days for coliving options. Its offering focuses on fully furnished accommodation for stays under a year, with front-desk and maintenance support, Internet, utilities and optional add-ons such as weekly housekeeping. Listings include co-living rooms and serviced apartments, making it useful for renters who are comparing room-based living with private apartment options. It is best treated as a managed rental platform rather than a lifestyle-first coliving community.

    THE EDITORS' SCORECARD - 81/100
    Unique Service Proposition15/20
    Quality of Service16/20
    Accessibility17/20
    Value for Money17/20
    Innovation16/20
  10. 10

    Balestier serviced residence with flexible weekly and monthly stays, kitchens, gym and coworking space.

    355 Balestier Road, Singapore 329782
    +6567979938enquiries@theinitialresidence.comtheinitialresidence.com
    $$$ price range
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    The Initial Residence is more serviced residence than classic coliving, but it works well for renters who want independence, flexible terms and practical facilities in Balestier. The rooms are better suited to guests who cook, work quietly and value housekeeping over social events. Reviews highlight cleanliness, helpful staff and neighbourhood convenience, while also noting that MRT access is not as immediate as some city-centre options. The trade-off is a quieter community feel compared with larger coliving brands.

    Why The Initial Residence made TheBest SG · full scorecard
    WHY THEY MADE THEBEST SG

    It rounds out the list as a credible flexible-stay residence with strong facilities, public contact details and good city-fringe practicality.

    The Initial Residence is a serviced apartment and residence on Balestier Road, offering studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom units for short-term and long-term stays. It provides furnished rooms, kitchenettes, laundry facilities, housekeeping, Wi-Fi, gym access, concierge services, meeting rooms and coworking space. The operator promotes weekly and monthly flexibility, including longer one-month, three-month and six-month stay offers. Its location suits guests who want city-fringe access near Novena, Whampoa food options and direct buses, rather than a central nightlife-led coliving environment.

    THE EDITORS' SCORECARD - 80/100
    Unique Service Proposition15/20
    Quality of Service16/20
    Accessibility16/20
    Value for Money17/20
    Innovation16/20

Best Coliving Spaces in Singapore compared

RankNameKnown forPriceAward
#1Covelarge network · student friendly$$
#2Coliwoolarge network · serviced apartments$$
#3The Assembly Placehomegrown · student housing$$
#4Habytglobal brand · heritage property$$$
#5lyfhospitality backed · central locations$$$
#6Figmentheritage homes · boutique design$$$
#7Dash Livingserviced apartments · regional brand$$$
#8Heritage Collectionboutique aparthotel · heritage districts$$$
#9MetroResidencesmid-term stays · serviced apartments$$
#10The Initial Residenceserviced residence · balestier$$$

Coliving Spaces in Singapore - your questions

What is usually included in coliving rent in Singapore?

Most reputable operators include furniture, Wi-Fi, utilities, basic kitchen access and some housekeeping or maintenance support. Always check whether aircon, laundry, weekly cleaning and admin fees are included.

Are coliving spaces cheaper than renting a whole apartment?

Often yes for singles, students and new arrivals, because setup costs, furniture, agent fees and utilities are reduced. Couples or families may find serviced studios or whole apartments better value.

What lease length should I expect?

Many coliving operators offer monthly stays, but minimum terms vary. Some room-based operators require around three months, while hotel-style operators may accept nightly or weekly bookings.

Is coliving suitable for work-from-home tenants?

It can be, especially in studios or ensuite rooms with desks and strong Wi-Fi. If you take frequent calls, prioritise private bathrooms, quieter buildings and operators with dedicated work areas.

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