If you are planning to buy a property in Singapore, you will want to know what options are available. The most direct approach is to consider buying in residential areas favored by both local and overseas buyers.
Singapore is divided into 3 regions, 28 postal districts, and 55 planning areas. Within these planning areas, you can find some of the best neighborhoods for families, couples, and professionals to live in.
A range of factors can influence your housing choice in Singapore. Budget is obviously the primary consideration, but buying a home in Singapore should also take into account schools, work, and surrounding amenities such as shopping malls, wet markets, and MRT stations.
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1. Marina Bay
As the centerpiece of Singapore’s urban transformation, Marina Bay has evolved into a leading financial hub, a civic space, and a community playground for all.
Marina Bay is a bay located in the Central Area of Singapore, surrounded by the perimeters of four other planning areas: the Downtown Core, Marina East, Marina South, and Straits View.
The area surrounding the bay itself, also called Marina Bay, is a 360-hectare extension to the adjacent Central Business District.
It is also Singapore’s new downtown, built on reclaimed land.
2. Sentosa Island
Located just a quarter of a mile off the southern coast of Singapore’s main island is Sentosa, a 5-square-kilometer island.
The island is largely covered by secondary rainforest, which is home to many native flora and fauna. Sentosa Island also features a 3.2-kilometer-long sandy beach that stretches across Siloso, Palawan, and Tanjong.
Sentosa is a major destination in Singapore, with numerous attractions and activities to cater to different groups of people.
The island is known as a cultural heritage center, a nature park, and a leisure paradise for tourists and Singaporeans alike.
As a major tourist destination in Singapore, the Sentosa Island resort offers a variety of attractions, museums, and other facilities to provide a breathtaking experience.
3. Orchard Road
Orchard Road’s origins date back to the early 1830s when it was an unnamed road home to fruit orchards, nutmeg plantations, and pepper farms.
In 1958, local merchant C.K. Tang established the first department store on Orchard Road, TANGS.
Then known as the House of Tangs, this department store marked the first step in the Orchard Road area’s transformation into Singapore’s most beloved shopping district.
The bustling boulevard of Orchard Road is now a retail and dining paradise, with thousands of establishments offering the ultimate lifestyle experience for tourists and locals alike.
Commerce is key in Orchard Road, as the district is renowned for its bustling shopping malls.
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4. Bukit Timah
Bukit Timah, which means “tin hill” in Malay, is Singapore’s natural highest point and also home to one of Singapore’s longest roads, stretching 25 kilometers from north to south.
If you are looking for an alternative to city dining and shopping, this is the place to be. With a long list of popular brunch spots and trendy cafes, this district is filled with independent concepts, small artisanal businesses, and many unique features.
Beyond modern life essentials, Bukit Timah is also home to a concentration of Singapore’s native tropical greenery and rainforests—an undeniable bonus for nature lovers. Bukit Timah has a nature reserve with treetop walks and other unique ecological spots. Allowing you to enjoy the outdoors right at your doorstep, Bukit Timah offers plenty of options for outdoor activities to get you on your feet and breathing in fresh air.
The area has many schools (including a considerable number of international schools), so you will find a higher concentration of families and expatriates here.
5. Holland Village
Established in the early 20th century by Singapore’s Dutch community, Holland Village was a former home to British Army personnel and their families.
Plantations, colonial estates, and nurseries once dotted this neighborhood, and its European-influenced heritage can still be seen in its quaint shophouses and low-rise buildings.
Over the years, Holland Village has earned a reputation as a creative commune and an incubator for local artists, musicians, and entrepreneurs.
Exuding a subtle European charm, the main stretch of Holland Village along Lorong Mambong is a treasure trove of al-fresco cafes, restaurants, and popular lifestyle stores.
6. Novena
Novena is a prime district located in the Central Region of Singapore, boasting a wide range of facilities. Just a stone’s throw away from Orchard Road and the Central Business District, Novena offers a comprehensive environment for living, working, and playing. Primarily composed of private residences, residents enjoy convenient access to public transport and a variety of amenities and services.
The master plan for Singapore’s largest single healthcare complex, Health City Novena, is underway. Tan Tock Seng Hospital, Singapore’s third-largest hospital, will be expanded with more health and medical care facilities to meet the growing needs of residents. The surrounding area is a bustling commercial hub, dominated by established shopping malls and office buildings.
Due to its central location, Novena is convenient for professionals working in the city center. With numerous preschools, primary, and secondary schools (including an international school), Novena is also an attractive neighborhood for families.
7. East Coast
Singapore’s East Coast is primarily a residential area, offering green landed properties and high-rise family-style apartments. The lifestyle in the East Coast is completely different from elsewhere; everything here is calmer and slower-paced.
This popular area, away from the hustle and bustle of the city center, offers a selection of luxury apartments with stunning sea views, as well as a variety of activities and dining options, making it a perfect residential district for families to settle in.
Along the coastline of East Coast Park is a 20-kilometer stretch of white sandy beach where residents can often be seen sunbathing, cycling, canoeing, and windsurfing. There is no shortage of interesting things to do here.
The East Coast is the true home of Singapore’s Malay and Eurasian communities, and traces of both cultures still exist in Tanjong Katong, so the food choices are endless.
Some of the most popular international schools are located around this area. Therefore, this green area is also very popular with expatriate families who desire a quieter living experience with plenty of open space to enjoy.
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