SCO vs Independent Shop: Which is Better for Your Business?
Two formats, two very different ROI profiles. Here is how to pick.
What is an SCO
A vertically stacked commercial unit (typically G+3 to G+6 above a private basement) with independent street access — combines ground-floor retail visibility with upper-floor office or service space.
What is an independent shop
A single ground-floor unit (or B+GF) with full frontage but no vertical stacking — typically smaller footprint, lower ticket size, faster lease-up.
Verdict
Choose SCO if you want vertical income stacking, format flexibility and longer-term capital appreciation. Choose independent shop if you want lower ticket size, single-tenant simplicity and faster cash flow.
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Disclaimer: Prices, sizes, rental yields, appreciation figures and timelines on this page are indicative market estimates compiled from publicly available corridor data and STJ Group sales records, and are subject to change without notice. They are not an offer, a contract, or a promise of assured or guaranteed returns. Please verify all commercial, legal and RERA details with our team and your own advisors before taking any investment decision.