Although the pandemic has hit Singapore hard, the property sector shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon. A grand total of 998 units were sold in June after the circuit breaker ended, excluding executive condominiums. In comparison, only 821 units were transacted in June 2019, which meant increased sales of 21.6%.
With interest rates coming down and units becoming more attractively priced to boost sales, the demand from the resilient private residential market seems set to pick up from where they left off. The Singapore Interbank Offered Rate (SIBOR) came down to 0.56 from a high of 2 in May 2019, making housing loans and the prospect of house ownership more accessible to the masses. Experts predict private property prices will remain soft in the coming months, making it the perfect time to take the plunge if buying your own home has been on your mind.
Whether you are an aspiring property owner in Singapore, or just having a casual look, there are definitely many Temporary Occupation Permit (TOP) developments coming up. TOP properties are popular with soon-to-be home owners, home upgraders, and expats among others, for multiple reasons. The top one being the short waiting time before the big move in.
This article will cover five upcoming TOP projects that are conveniently located near MRT stations, which generally increase in value over the following few years post-purchase. These projects are slated to be move-in ready soon, so hop on it quicksmart!
TOP Property #1: The Brooks I & II @ Springside
Address: The Brooks I at 60 Springside Walk / The Brooks II at 25 Springside Green
District: D26
Size: 61 units
Completion Date: November 2016
Developer: Kallang Development Pte Ltd
Amenities:
Medical Centre / Clinics nearby:
- Yishun Community Hospital
- Khoo Teck Puat Hospital
- Yishun Polyclinic
Shopping nearby:
- Northpoint City
- Sembawang Shopping Centre
- Thomson Plaza
Schools and Education nearby:
- Presbyterian High School
- CHIJ St. Nicholas Girls’ School
- Chung Cheng High School (Yishun)
- Andersen Serangoon Junior College
- Yishun Innova Junior College
- Nanyang Polytechnic
Other recreational destinations nearby:
- Springleaf Nature Park
- Upper/Lower Seletar Reservoir
- Seletar Aerospace Park
- Andersen Serangoon Junior College
- Singapore Zoo
- River Safari and Night Safari
Why it should be on your radar:
The Brooks I & II @ Springside is a stylishly designed freehold residential and commercial development at Springside Estate. Each block comes with a 23-metre lap pool, gym, function room, playground, and gardens for you to unwind in at the end of a busy day. Options include 1+study and 2-bedroom penthouses and are perfectly suited to a modern lifestyle.
These two residential blocks are situated in a low density living, quiet neighbourhood, with lush surrounding greenery and natural water parks.
TOP Property #2: Brooks Signature @ Springside
Address: Springside Avenue / Springside View
District: D26
Size: 114 units
Completion Date: March/April 2016
Developer: Kallang Development Pte Ltd
Amenities:Medical Centre / Clinics nearby:
- Yishun Community Hospital
- Khoo Teck Puat Hospital
- Yishun Polyclinic
Shopping nearby:
- Northpoint City
- Sembawang Shopping Centre
- Thomson Plaza
Schools and Education nearby:
- Presbyterian High School
- CHIJ St. Nicholas Girls’ School
- Chung Cheng High School (Yishun)
- Andersen Serangoon Junior College
- Yishun Innova Junior College
- Nanyang Polytechnic
Other recreational destinations nearby:
- Springleaf Nature Park
- Upper/Lower Seletar Reservoir
- Seletar Aerospace Park
- Singapore Zoo
- River Safari and Night Safari
Why it should be on your radar:
Brooks Signature @ Springside is a rare freehold collection of spacious landed terrace homes at Springside Estate. An exclusive low-rise residential zone, it is surrounded by lush greenery and natural water parks. You can choose from three unique layouts with spacious living, dining areas, and ensuite bedrooms to suit your preference. Corner units also come with private pools. Each front porch is large enough to park a family car or two, and electric car-charging points will be available.
With easy access to SLE, BKE, and the upcoming Springleaf MRT and North-South Expressway, you are only a short commute to necessities, such as in Northpoint City in Yishun. At Brooks Signature @ Springside, you can immerse yourself in the beauty of nature without sacrificing the modern conveniences.
TOP Property #3: Amber45
Address: 45 Amber Rd, Singapore 439886
District: D15
Size: 139 units
Completion Date: Q4 2020
Developer: UOL Group Limited
Amenities:Shopping nearby:
- Parkway Parade
- Katong I12
- Katong Village
Schools and Education nearby:
- Tao Nan School
- CHIJ Katong Primary School
- Ngee Ann Primary School
- Tanjong Katong Girls School
- Chung Cheng High School
- Chatsworth International School
- Canadian International School
Why it should be on your radar:
This luxurious freehold property, located in the heart of the highly coveted Katong, is down to its last few available units. Amber45’s contemporary design juxtaposes the heritage of the culturally-rich Katong enclave, and is in close proximity to multiple places of interest, dining destinations, prestigious schools, as well as easy accessibility to the CBD and the airport.
Amber45’s voice-activated smart apartments feature spacious layouts with relatively unblocked views and are fitted with quality marble finishes and branded appliances. It is within walking distance to the upcoming Tanjong Katong MRT, with shopping centres like Parkway Parade, Katong Village, and i12Katong conveniently located in the neighbourhood.
TOP Project #4: 3 Orchard By-The-Park
Address: 3 Orchard Boulevard, Singapore 248653 (District 10)
District: D10
Size: 77 units
Completion Date: 2017
Developer: YTL Land & Development
Amenities:Medical Centre / Clinics nearby:
- Camden Medical Centre
- Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre
- Scotts Medical Centre
Shopping nearby:
- Far East Shopping Centre
- Orchard Towers
- Wheelock Place
- ION Orchard
- Shaw House
- Tangs Plaza
Schools and Education nearby:
- National University of Singapore (Bukit Timah Campus)
- International School Singapore (ISS) Paterson Campus
- Anglo-Chinese School (Junior)
- Gan Eng Seng School
- Queenstown Secondary School
Why it should be on your radar:
3 Orchard By-The-Park is an exclusive freehold nestled in the prestigious District 10. An urban oasis with lush landscaped gardens, it’s located right next to the upcoming Orchard Boulevard MRT station and a stroll away from UNESCO World Heritage Site Singapore Botanic Gardens.
3 Orchard By-The-Park is Italian architect Antonio Citterio’s first project in Southeast Asia. He is well known for his architecture and interior design of Bvlgari Hotels and Resorts in Milan, London, Bali, Beijing, and Shanghai.
These homes are designed to be “villas in the sky” and are serviced by private lift lobbies. Have your pick of two, three, and four-bedroom apartments or even the two five-bedroom penthouses. Each apartment contains its own private garden terrace and select loft units come with double volume living space, and garden or private pools.
This project is located in the immediate vicinity of 5-star hotels, embassies, shopping malls, and prestigious schools, and offers bespoke concierge service by YTL Hotels.
TOP Property #5: Uptown @ Farrer
Address: 2 Perumal Rd, Singapore 218778
District: D08
Size: 116 units
Completion Date: Jan 2022
Developer: Low Keng Huat (Singapore) Limited
Amenities:Medical Centre / Clinics nearby:
- Farrer Park Hospital
- Tan Tock Seng Hospital
- KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital
Shopping nearby:
- City Square Mall
- Mustafa Centre
- Connexion at Farrer Park
- United Square
- Velocity
- Square 2
- Civil Service Club @ Tessensohn
- Jalan Besar Sports Centre
Schools and Education nearby:
- Hong Wen School
- Farrer Park Primary School
- Stamford Primary School
- St. Joseph’s Institution Junior
- Anglo-Chinese School (Junior)
- St. Margaret’s Primary School
- Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA)
- LASALLE College of the Arts
- Singapore Management University (SMU)
- School of the Arts Singapore (SOTA)
Why it should be on your radar:
This mixed-development prides itself on having everything that the city has to offer. Uptown @ Farrer is a single 23-storey residential block with 116 exclusive units equipped with designer fittings and built-in smart home provisions. It also contains 7 retail outlets coexisting with an integrated 19-storey apartment tower serviced by Ascott, strategically located on the city fringe.
With Farrer Park MRT station right on your doorstep, this project enables you to experience city fringe living on a sub-$1mil budget. Uptown @ Farrer is a 5-minute walk to City Square Mall and Mustafa Centre, and a mere 10-minute drive to Orchard Road, CBD, and Marina Bay Area.
Ready to move-in?
If you are looking to purchase, upgrade, or move any time soon, these TOP projects might be right up your alley. TOP projects are always highly sought after and make for a smart purchase decision.
Source: https://topspecials.propertyguru.com.sg/the-2020-hot-picks-of-top-properties.html