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Do one-bedroom units perform worse? A reproducible framework

A current segmented methodology for comparing smaller and larger units.

Published 5 September 2022

Updated September 2026. Unit-size performance depends on the sample, period, project mix, quantum and market cycle. This is not an investment recommendation.

A reproducible one-bedroom comparison

  1. Define the project universe, dates and sale types.
  2. Segment units by size and layout rather than bedroom label alone.
  3. Normalise for tenure, completion year, floor and location.
  4. Report transaction counts, medians, dispersion, rents and holding periods.
  5. Compare net outcomes after duties, financing and holding costs.

Smaller units may offer lower quantum but face different tenant and resale pools. Review the related historical Q1 2022 report and housing-bubble study with their original dates.