Rentals, jobs, second-hand deals, home services — life in Singapore always has something to look up. Shichengbbs puts the website and channel links in one place, with area tips and a quick checklist. Prefer your phone? Jump straight into the Telegram channel.
When looking for a room or a job in Singapore, pick the area first. Chinese place names, English names and nearby MRT stations all work as keywords — just double-check the actual address and travel time.
Where most office workers are. Mostly condos and rooms — pricey, but your commute is short. Being central doesn't always mean close, so check the MRT exit and walking distance.
The go-to spot for shopping, food and meet-ups; second-hand deals are often done near the stations here. Note both the Chinese and English names for Orchard, Dhoby Ghaut and Bugis. Need another link? Try the backup website.
From Geylang and Paya Lebar to Bedok and Tampines, “the East” covers a lot of ground and commutes vary. Check the street and station first, or browse the Telegram channel.
Home to the Jurong East hub, NTU, NUS and the Jurong industrial area. Students and people working in the west often look for rooms here, and budgets usually stretch further than in town.
From the Marina Bay skyline to the greenery of Gardens by the Bay, the city has its views — and daily life has its small errands. Being clear about where and what you need is the first step to finding the right listing.
Whether you just landed or have lived here for years, finding information should take less effort. This page is a link guide with browsing tips — it doesn't replace the forum, or your own judgement about any listing.
Write down three things: what you want, which area and your budget. For example “Ang Mo Kio common room utilities included”. The more specific, the easier it is to tell what's worth a closer look and what to skip.
The main website and other links are gathered here so they're easy to find next time. Links open external pages — check the actual domain and page notes when you land.
The Telegram channel suits people who already browse on Telegram. Content, update frequency and notifications depend on the channel itself.
Rentals, jobs, second-hand and home services are what people look up most in Singapore. Shichengbbs sorts them into categories and posting is free — search first, then filter within a board. Here are the common boards; the website has the final say.
A place name is just the starting point. For rentals think commute, for meet-ups think transport, for services think coverage. Listings can be filtered by MRT station — checking the station and actual address beats relying on an area label.
For the same kind of listing, line these up before deciding who to contact.
Listings come from individuals and businesses. A polished post isn't the same as a reliable one.
More to browse: partner link shichengbbs.net. Listing a link isn't an endorsement.
HDB flats, condos and landed homes — bed spaces, rooms, whole units, short stays and student homestays each have their own board, with commercial property listed separately.
TIPAsk whether utilities and Wi-Fi are included, if cooking is allowed and how many months' deposit.
Direct hires and agency posts are kept apart, with separate boards for full-time, part-time and job seekers. F&B, logistics and office roles are all common.
TIPIf a work pass is involved, ask who applies and who pays.
Furniture, appliances, baby gear, bikes and tickets — great for move-out clearances and bargains, plus a free giveaway board.
TIPMeet near an MRT station and check the item before you pay.
Phones, tablets, laptops and accessories, with separate boards for buying, selling, repairs and SIM cards — handy when upgrading or getting a local number.
TIPFor used phones, check the serial number and warranty, and make sure it isn't locked.
Movers, aircon servicing, plumbers, electricians and cleaners — most useful around move-in and move-out, and you can find help for urgent repairs too.
TIPAsk what the quote covers: movers charge per trip or per item, aircon per unit.
Tuition, language classes and study-abroad services — for kids preparing for exams or adults learning English or getting certified.
TIPTry one lesson first and agree on fees and cancellation rules.
There are also boards for local services (immigration and visas, currency exchange, sea and air freight), business services and a community feed. The site switches between Simplified Chinese, English and Traditional Chinese. Board names and counts follow the website.
No need to read everything at once. Find the entry point, narrow it down, then check the details. If you want to post, learn the target site's categories and rules first.
Open the website and check the actual page and content. This page is only a guide — browsing, logging in and posting all happen on the target site.
Web · App · TelegramSearch first, then filter a board by area, station or type. Keywords like “area + need” are much faster than scrolling aimlessly.
e.g. Bugis common room · Jurong used furnitureRead the date, price and conditions before reaching out, and ask if anything is unclear. You can also check the extra Telegram channel — notifications are up to you.
Date · Price · ConditionsNew arrivals tend to have a lot to sort out at once. Here's a sensible order — each step maps to a Shichengbbs board, so you don't double back.
Bridge the first few weeks with a short stay or bed space, try the commute for real, then sign a longer lease.
You'll need a local number for OTPs, landlords and employers — compare a few plans first.
Bed frames, fridges and washing machines are easy to find second-hand, especially when someone is clearing out before a move.
Many leases require aircon servicing before you move out, and technicians get booked up — schedule a few days ahead.
The order is just a guide — adjust it to your situation. Board names follow the website.
Skim the main website and note what you want to look into today. No need to contact anyone yet — get clear on what you need first.
Use your lunch break to look at areas and transport. Rule out options that don't fit your distance or budget and keep a few worth following up.
When you have time, read the terms, ask about costs and confirm timing. For rooms or items, pick a time when you can see things properly.
Scroll the Telegram channel and keep only the links that are actually useful. Too many notifications? Adjust them — information should serve your life, not interrupt it.
How to use the links, how to read listings and what to watch for before reaching out — in plain words. For accounts, posting and transaction rules, the target website has the final say.
Open the Telegram channelA: Start with the website to get a feel for the content. If you live in Telegram, open the channel next. Both links are listed here, but their content isn't guaranteed to be identical or updated at the same time.
A: Decide on the topic, area and budget first. If the site has search, use “place + need” to narrow it down, then check the posting date so you don't chase listings that have already expired.
A: Yes. The Chinese page is the main version and this English page is a translation of it. Most listings on the forum itself are written in Chinese.
A: The website works fine in a mobile browser, and Shichengbbs also has an app for managing your ads, messages and saved posts. For casual scrolling, the Telegram channel is enough. See the website for download and login details.
A: You can also browse via the partner link shichengbbs.net or the other links below. They are external sites — a similar name alone doesn't mean they're run by the same operator.
A: This page has no posting or trading features. Shichengbbs classifieds are free to post: use the “Post Ad” entry, pick the right category, state the location, price, timing and contact details, and add a few real photos — you'll get noticeably more replies. Promoted listings and registration follow the website's own rules.
A: Check that the listing is still valid, what the price includes and whether you can verify who you're dealing with. Don't rush a transfer because “slots are almost gone”, and never share OTPs or online banking details with strangers. This page only lists links; it doesn't review or guarantee external ads.
Break a big need into small searches. These are common Shichengbbs keywords — use them as-is or put a place name in front. For browsing reference only, not a live trending list.
To see what's on the site, open the Shichengbbs main website. There's also an extra website link — check the page you land on, and don't keep retrying links you don't recognise.
On Telegram? Choose the main channel or the extra channel. See if the content suits you before following or turning on notifications.
Prefer Chinese? Read the Chinese page, the main version of this guide. The partner link shichengbbs.net is another place to browse. External content and services are governed by each site.
