The big tree on right staying put?
HopingToRetireSoon
The big tree on right staying put?
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You mean the tall tree on the nursery plot? It's still there but not sure the upcoming development will be keeping it.
HopingToRetireSoon
Yeah. It will be blocking my view.. but maybe it also shield me from upcoming nursery plot development. More privacy if it stay.Originally Posted by willow
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Have not been checking this thread since half a year ago. Wow, much development since! Looking forward to a year's later TOP!
GOD good old days
The noise from the traffic at Bartley Rd is quite a problem... Plus the west sun...
concubine Yu
u mean who gena the west sun? bartley resi or nursery plot?
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http://www.hdb.gov.sg/fi10/fi10296p....257CE4000F3E0E
Bidadari Estate
4Located in the central region of Singapore, Bidadari is envisioned to be an urban oasis, where residents can rest, relax and connect with family and friends in a garden-like setting. The proposals will capitalise on its rolling greens, rich heritage and convenient transport connections to provide a high quality living environment.
5The proposed plans for Bidadari have garnered strong support, with more than nine in 10 survey respondents indicating that they look forward to the following plans:
a) The greenery and nature that will be brought about by:
(i) The 10 ha Bidadari Park with the Alkaff Lake that will form the new green lung for the estate;
(ii) The green fingers that will extend outwards from this park; and
(iii) The central linear greenway (image attached) that will traverse the full length of the estate from Bartley Road to Upper Serangoon Road.
b) The Heritage walk (image attached) that will link up the key memories of Bidadari, starting from the pedestrianized tree-lined Upper Aljunied Road and terminating in the Market Square next to the Woodleigh MRT Station. The story boards depicting the history of Bidadari and contributions of prominent personalities, as well as commercial kiosks along the Heritage Walk will incorporate elements of the past and present, offering a variety of walking and learning experiences along the way.
c) The Market Square (image attached) located next to the Woodleigh MRT station. This mixed public housing and commercial development will be integrated with a bus interchange and community facilities, and will offer convenience and cater to residents’ daily needs.
6Survey respondents who have expressed keen interest to live in Bidadari include:
• Mr Leong Cheng Han, a Moulmein resident who said, “It is a good location with seamless connection – everything is at the doorstep. I love the greens too.” • Mdm Sandra Fong who said, “I live in Potong Pasir, and Bidadari is a suitable location for my children to live near me. I look forward to the Bidadari Park and the Heritage Walk as they are places to reminisce about the heritage and nature.”
7There were suggestions from some respondents for more facilities, such as hawker centres and sports facilities. HDB, together with the relevant agencies, will assess the feasibility of these ideas. To realise the vision of “Community in a Garden” for Bidadari, we will also work with various agencies and stakeholders to maximise the greenery and enrich the biodiversity in the estate.
8The infrastructure works for Bidadari are targeted to commence in mid-2014. The first public housing parcel will be launched in 2nd half 2015.
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'Strong support' for Bidadari, Tampines North, Punggol Matilda developments: HDB
http://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/...r/1122262.html
Housing agency say those surveyed are excited about the plans for the three areas and are looking forward to them being realised.
SINGAPORE: Plans for the upcoming Bidadari, Tampines North and Punggol Matilda housing areas have received "strong support" from the public, according to a survey conducted by the Housing and Development Board (HDB).
In a statement on Monday (May 26), the HDB said close to 4,000 visitors participated in a survey conducted last August during the launch of the three housing areas. Of these, more than 9 in 10 indicated that "they were excited about the plans and looked forward to them", it stated.
HDB said two housing projects in Punggol Matilda were launched during last September's Build-To-Order (BTO) exercise, and it will launch more projects in Tampines North and Punggol Matilda in the second half of this year. Bidadari projects will be introduced next year.
Commenting on the survey results, real estate firm ERA said Bidadari stands out due to its "excellent" location. There are two MRT stations there and nearby amenities include NEX mall in Serangoon and the upcoming commercial centre in Potong Pasir, it stated in a statement issued on Monday.
"The new proposals will exploit its greenery, rich heritage and convenient transport connections to provide a high quality environment," ERA said.
When fully developed, these three housing areas are expected to provide some 40,000 new homes for Singaporeans, HDB said.
- CNA/kk
GOD good old days
Those units in BResi facing Bartley Road also faces the west sun and the noise.
Those units in BRidge facing Bartley Road escape the west sun but will get the noise.
Those units in nursery plot surrounded by Bartley Road and Upp Paya Lebar Road will be noisy.
Newbie
Stack 17 faces where?
Newbie
Should be facing the old nursery plot
HopingToRetireSoon
Good news is that all noise will be shield by the new development araising from the nursery plot acquired by UOL....of course, no more view except watching the neighbours TV over the other side.
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SINGAPORE - Interest in Housing Board flats in Bidadari is growing but investors have also been quick to buy private homes in the growing residential enclave.
Of course, any mention of the quiet neighbourhood brings to mind the burial grounds of the former Bidadari Cemetery.
But analysts say this will recede with the Government's efforts to transform it into a housing estate.
The proliferation of upcoming mixed developments in the vicinity also means that residents will be well served by amenities, they said.
"Bidadari has been identified as, and will become, a public housing precinct as well as a private residential enclave," said Mr Desmond Sim, research head at CBRE.
The area is bounded by the Sennett Estate, Bartley, Upper Serangoon and Mount Vernon roads.
The Housing Board earmarked the town for further development under its Master Plan 2014. As many as 10,000 public homes are expected to sprout up, with another 1,000 private homes to be built by the second half of 2015, said Ms Christine Li, research head at OrangeTee.
Condominiums that have been launched in the area have seen brisk sales.
Qingjian Realty's Nin Residence in Pheng Geck Avenue, for instance, has been fully sold. The 219 units at the 99-year leasehold project were sold at a median price of $1,218 per sq ft (psf).
All 702 units at City Developments' (CDL) 99-year leasehold Bartley Residences have also been shifted, at a median price of $1,246 psf.
These developments, however, went on the market before the total debt servicing ratio loan guidelines were introduced in June last year. Though sales at recent launches have paled in comparison, units are still being purchased.
About 56 units were sold at CDL's The Venue Residences in Tai Thong Crescent for a median price of $1,396 psf. The mixed development will have 28 retail units when completed in 2017, and will support the needs of the estate's mushrooming population, said Ms Elaine Chow, research head at Chesterton Singapore.
A mixed public housing and commercial development called the Market Square will also add to the retail offerings in the area.
While resale transactions in the area have been scarce, prices have remained stable in the past year, noted Mr Sim. Units at the 330-unit 8@Woodleigh have changed hands at about $1,200 psf to $1,400 psf, while resale prices of units at Woodsville 28 were about $1,200 psf to $1,300 psf, Urban Redevelopment Authority data showed.
Rents have held firm in the past year, staying between $3.50 psf and $4 psf for three- or four-bedroom units in newer projects such as 8@Woodleigh and Blossoms@Woodleigh.
The area is well-connected with the Woodleigh and Potong Pasir MRT stations, which are both on the North-East and Circle lines. Schools in the vicinity, like the St Andrews Junior College, Maris Stella High School and Stamford American International School, should boost Bidadari's appeal to both expats and locals, said Ms Li.
But while the neighbourhood is being built up, investors might have to put up with soft demand. This also means that prices in the estate are lower than nearby mature estates like Bishan and Toa Payoh, so there is potential for gains in home values.
"This precinct looks set to benefit from the future infrastructure and amenity provisions," said Mr Sim.
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This article was published on June 14 in The Straits Times.
Get a copy of The Straits Times or go to straitstimes.com for more stories.
HopingToRetireSoon
Any update on progress?
Mine is blk 3A block 19. Haven't been askef for payment for the First 5%(brick work )..
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I have already paid second 5% in March this year. BLK1A
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Drove past today and saw Panasonic A/C compressors installed for block 1
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why blk 1 is much faster then other block？
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Nice .. V good progress .. Full steam ahead
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the upcoming condo plot next to BR ...the name is call ...Botanique @ Bartley
GOD good old days
Many blocks painted and nets removed. Looking grand!
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Hi, brother, how many per cent you paid already? 50% or 55% or 45%?
GOD good old days
50% as of Sept 2014
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What's your estimate on TOP date?
GOD good old days
Now tower cranes de-mobilized.
I expect June 2015.
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Any updated news / progress for this project now ??
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WoW!! Thanks alot Cnud!!!
Newbie
Confirmed it will TOP on July next year or may earlier in Jun also possible. So brother and sister, pls prepare the money in advance. 5%+25%+half year maintenance fee is not a penut.
GOD good old days
Wow.. how you know and confirm? You from developer or builder?
Bank loan shopping?
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I have a friend who works in HL and checked with their project manager. should be correct info. trust me
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