Making a move to Punggol? 5 residential picks near the new neighbourhood centre

The first of HDB’s six new-generation neighbourhood centres is officially up and running – which is a good thing if you’re thinking of moving to Punggol.

After all, the seven-storey mall Oasis Terraces features, among other things, a supermarket which opens till 11pm and a 24-hour fitness centre.

If you’re keen on getting an apartment nearby, check out five residential options located within walking development of this new neighbourhood centre.

READ: HDB's first new-generation neighbourhood centre opens in Punggol

1. EDGEDALE GREEN

If you like the idea of being surrounded by a small, close-knit community, and you’re all about that kampung spirit, then this is a good bet. This cosy project consists of 580 units and is well sited along Punggol Drive.  There is also an area across from the development that is a reserve site for a school. 

PSF sale price is S$398.80.

2. PUNGGOL BREEZE

Further down the road from Edgedale Green is another small-sized development that’s a stone’s throw away from Oasis Terraces. And if you’ve got young kids, you’d be happy to know the property is within a five minute walk of not just one, but three schools: Horizon Primary School, Oasis Primary School and Punggol Secondary School. 

PSF sale price is S$474.50

3. WATERWAY WOODCRESS

This is a premium BTO that’s situated along the Punggol Waterway. What makes it interesting is the seven residential blocks in this development vary in height (we’re talking between eight to 18 storeys) so as to maximise the residents’ views of the waterway. There’s a mini-mart, shops and a childcare centre available within the project, too.

PSF sale price is S$497.40.

4. RIVERPARK RESIDENCE EC

It’s actually nearer to Kadaloor LRT station than Oasis Terraces’ Oasis LRT Station it’s still within an eight-minute walking distance from the neighbourhood centre. The EC’s facilities include a glass clubhouse, garden cabanas, a yoga deck, a tea pavilion and an al fresco dining area that comes complete with teppanyaki grill. 

PSF sale price is S$788.90.

5. RIVER ISLES

If you fancy staying in a fully-fledged condo, there’s also River Isles, which is a nine-minute walk away from Oasis Terraces. This 99-year leasehold development comes with all the standard bells and whistles, including BBQ pits and multiple pools; it also has four water-themed areas which are sure to be a great hit with the kids. 

PSF sale price is S$982.60.

This article first appeared in 99.co.