This refers to a unit in a typically two- to four- storey structure, attached to another unit of a similar structure and often connected to the street by a continuous covered walkway. The first storey is usually used for commercial purposes, and the upper storeys for residential. Shophouses were constructed between 1840 and 1960 and are more commonly found in Singapore, Malaysia and some South-east Asian countries. This excludes HDB commercial premises with living quarters on the immediate floor above.

The Tenure are either Freehold / 999 or 99 year Lease Hold.