Why Buy an HDB Flat in Serangoon?

Ohmyhome

April 10, 2018

Serangoon is a mature housing estate in the north-east region of Singapore, it is home to an estimated resident population of 70,100. The area was enlivened when the centrally-located NEX shopping mall integrated with a bus interchange, and the Serangoon Circle Line station were completed in 2010.

Dining and Entertainment

NEX is the largest mall in the north-east, it is a favourite hangout for residents and visitors alike with its comprehensive offerings of retail, entertainment and dining options.

For fresh market produce and local food, you may take a short walk to Serangoon Avenue 3 Food Centre and Market or the Joo Seng Food Place. Alternatively, you could go to Serangoon Gardens where the famous Serangoon Garden Market is located. Serangoon Garden Circus is also popular in the area aside from Serangoon Gardens Food Centre or popularly known as the Chomp Chomp Food Centre, Chomp Chomp serves delicious local delights in BBQ stingray, BBQ chicken wings, satay and Hokkien mee.

You may also visit Serangoon Gardens Country Club, a family-friendly club with an Olympic-sized swimming pool, wading pool, water play area, gym, bowling alley and other sports and dining facilities.

Serangoon is naturally filled with old-time hawkers, as well as new cafes and hidden gems, it spans across a large area where there is plenty of choices for good food to satisfy your tummies from breakfast to supper if you reside around this neighbourhood.
You will never run out of choices!

Aerial View of the Serangoon Gardens
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Nearby Schools

Reputable schools can be found easily in Serangoon, including Rosyth School and St. Andrew Secondary School. Popular schools like Paya Lebar Methodist Girl’s School (Primary & Secondary), St. Gabriel’s Secondary, Maris Stella (Primary and Secondary) are near Serangoon Central. Other Primary Schools nearby are: Yangzheng, Cedar, Zhonghua, Xinghua and CHIJ Lady of Good Counsel.

There are also reputable secondary schools such as Zhonghua, Bartley and Yuying. Students are also able to take further studies in tertiary institutions such as the Singapore Institute of Commerce, La Salle College of Arts and Nanyang Junior College. The Australian International School is only a five-minute drive from Serangoon Gardens.
These make Serangoon an ideal place for beginning families to families with school-age children.

Accessibility

Serangoon is conveniently served by Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) and bus services via the Integrated Transport Hub. Two stations serving the residents are Boon Keng and Serangoon MRT stations. The 7-storey NEX Shopping mall is fully integrated with the Serangoon Bus Interchange and the Serangoon Interchange Station, where the North-East Line and the Circle Line intersect.

Due to its centrality, comprehensive transportation coverage and good amenities, properties in Serangoon are very appealing to both Singaporeans and expatriates alike.

It is surely a breeze for one to access City and other parts of Singapore from Serangoon!

Healthcare Facilities

Healthcare facilities are widely available in Serangoon. A major hospital nearby is Kwong Wai Shiu Hospital (KWSH), which is a charitable organization providing healthcare to the needy and lower-income families in Singapore. There are also polyclinics that are easily accessible for Serangoon residents.

After all these things, how would we forget a leisure walk in the park?

Leisure

Serangoon Sunshine Park is a local favourite for recreation and relaxation. Besides offering exercise facilities for the youth and the elderly, it is also an ideal place for jogging. It is located just a few steps away from Serangoon MRT station. You may also take a walk or ride a bike to Bishan Park using the Park Connectors.

No wonder there’s a steady increase in the housing demands in this district. Both locals and expats love the village feel in the suburban location of Serangoon with a lower price range than the old favourites in Singapore. Now we know why Serangoon is the place to be.