Our Story
We Started with a Simple Conviction
That finding a home to rent in Singapore should feel as considered and unhurried as the home itself. Baba Dwellings was built on that premise.
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Baba Dwellings
Baba Dwellings was established in Singapore with a clear idea in mind: that people seeking quality rental accommodation deserve an advisory experience that matches the calibre of the properties themselves. Too often, the search for a rental home feels transactional, pressured, and impersonal — we felt that could change.
Our name draws from the Peranakan tradition — a culture rooted in Singapore that blends heritage, refinement, and a deep appreciation for home life. We carry that spirit into everything we do: the way we present properties, the care we take with leases, and the attentiveness of our stewardship service.
Today, Baba Dwellings serves individuals, families, and senior professionals relocating to Singapore or seeking a change of residence within the city-state. We are a small, focused team — and we prefer it that way. Every client receives undivided attention.
Our Mission
To help discerning residents find homes that genuinely suit their way of life — through a process that feels as comfortable as the destination.
Our Values
- Patience over pressure
- Transparency at every step
- Genuine interest in each client's circumstances
- Deep knowledge of Singapore's residential market
The People
A Small Team, Deeply Committed
We believe small teams serve clients better. You will always know who you are speaking with at Baba Dwellings.
Sofía Ang
Founding Director
Sofía brings fifteen years of Singapore residential property experience, with a focus on prime district lettings for international clients and long-term residents alike.
Marcus Raj
Advisory & Lease Specialist
Marcus has a background in property law and now leads all lease review and coordination work — ensuring clients understand exactly what they are agreeing to.
Yara Lim
Home Stewardship Lead
Yara oversees all stewardship relationships, coordinating home maintenance and building logistics with a quiet efficiency that clients consistently appreciate.
How We Work
Our Standards and Approach
These are not marketing statements. They are the actual practices that shape how Baba Dwellings operates, day to day.
CEA Registration
All advisory work is conducted under our Council for Estate Agencies registration. Clients can verify our credentials directly through the CEA public register.
Fair Representation
We represent the interests of our clients, not landlords. Our recommendations are based on what serves you well — not what is easiest to transact.
Data Privacy
Client information is handled in compliance with Singapore's Personal Data Protection Act. We do not share your details with third parties without your consent.
Market Transparency
We reference URA transaction data when benchmarking rental rates, so you have an objective basis for every negotiation we support.
Landlord Relationships
Our network includes property owners who share our view that a well-matched tenancy is in everyone's interest. We cultivate these relationships carefully.
Tropical Living Knowledge
Singapore's climate places specific demands on a home. Our stewardship service is built around this practical reality — not a generic property management template.
Singapore Luxury Rental Advisory
Deep Knowledge of Singapore's Residential Property Market
Singapore's prime residential rental market operates at a pace and level of nuance that rewards experience. Baba Dwellings has spent years building an understanding of how Districts 9, 10, and 11 function — the micro-differences between developments, the lease conditions that landlords are and are not willing to negotiate, and the practical considerations that matter most when a family or professional arrives from abroad.
Our advisory approach draws on this knowledge base quietly. We do not overwhelm clients with market commentary. Instead, we listen first, then offer observations that are directly relevant to what you are looking for — whether that is a good-class bungalow on a quiet Nassim or Chatsworth road, a well-proportioned flat in a premium condominium, or a home within easy reach of international schools in the Bukit Timah corridor.
Baba Dwellings is registered with the Council for Estate Agencies and operates within the professional standards that registration requires. We are proud to have built a reputation in Singapore's property community for conducting ourselves with integrity — something our clients often remark on when they compare their experience with us to encounters elsewhere in the market.
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We Would Be Glad to Hear from You
Whether you are at the beginning of your search or trying to resolve a specific situation, our advisory team is available for a no-obligation conversation.
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