Singapore Prime Districts

ABOUT THE LISTING

- Land area of approx 7000 sqf and built up approx 6000 sqf
- Swimming pool and jacuzzi
- Car pouch for up to 2 cars
- 7 rooms with entertainment room
- Suitable for expatriates / company lease
- Spacious living hall & dinning area with a high ceiling
- Convenient location near to Kembangan MRT station
- Rental at S$18,000 per month negotiable (Can be furnished or unfurnished)



ABOUT SIGLAP

Located on the east side of Singapore, Siglap is spared from the constant hustle and bustle of town. This quaint suburban neighborhood offers a high-end and quiet life in luxurious low-rise condominiums. These developments each have a limited number of units and are absolutely exclusive to only the rich and elite. Many like Siglap for the peace and serenity it provides.

Just because Siglap is in the suburbs doesn’t mean shops close at 5 in the evening. Siglap Centre, the heart of the area is filled with high-end convenience stores and classy dining establishments to cater to a niche crowd. For more variety, the expatriates often drive for 5 minutes to Frankel Avenue and Marine Parade for a whole stretch of luxurious bars, cafes and restaurants. After a scrumptious dinner, they could stroll down the beautiful beaches around the East Coast for some fresh sea breeze. Living in the suburbs has its advantages.

Thanks to the efficient transport system of Singapore, even the suburb is easily within reach from any part of the island. Siglap is accessible via the East Coast Parkway which links to the rest of Singapore. Going into the city takes about 15 minutes so that office in Raffles Place isn’t so far away after all. One added bonus – Siglap being in the east side is very near to Changi Airport. While everyone else leave home early to catch the plane, living in Siglap makes flying overseas a breeze.

For enquries, please contact Kelly (82883948) or Keith (97346864)

Deciding on where to dine for the night in downtown Singapore could be a difficult task. In a metropolitan city with both luxurious international restaurants and authentic local flavors, you would be spoilt for choice! The good news is, expatriates living in prime districts could enjoy cuisine from local and abroad, including delights from wherever they call home.

International dining

Craving for an international dining experience? You could devour it right here in Singapore. Thanks to the multitudes of restaurants featuring cuisine from all over the world, eating is an international affair. Apart from the French, Japanese and American restaurants, we also delve into the more quaint and exotic. The next time you plan to impress your guests, bring them to Shashlik where authentic Russian borscht and escargot are served. This international dining scene further means a dose of comfort for expatriates who miss the food in their home countries. No matter which part of the globe they come from, they could always find a taste of home here.

Local flavors

When in Rome, do as the Romans do. When in Singapore, eat like a Singaporean! Many foreign visitors sing praises of our local delights which are a unique mixture of Chinese, Indian and Malay cuisine. These tropical flavors could be rather spicy because we Singaporeans crave chilies but after a few tries, you may acquire a taste for this addictive ingredient! Our signature dishes include the yummy chili crabs at Boat Quay where you could eat with your fingers in a relaxing environment next to the soothing river. Also, do not forget to try out the fragrant Hainanese chicken rice at Meritus Mandarin Hotel, often cited as the best food in Singapore.

Fine dining

For those who like it haute, downtown Singapore offers some of the most sophisticated and decadent fine dining in Asia. Notably, the restaurant groups Les Amis and Garibaldi are the leading moguls in French and Italian fine haute cuisine respectively. Each operates several luxurious restaurants which feature carefully designed degustation menus which guarantee only the freshest ingredients and finest culinary skills. The Au Jardin under Les Amis is particularly enticing to gourmets because you could dine amidst soothing greenery in the pristine compound of the Botanic Gardens. High-end dining in Singapore has also gained an international foothold as our restaurants and chefs frequently win titles abroad.

Concept dining

In recent years, Singapore sees a rise in concept dining restaurants vowed to provide a completely different eating experience to their clientele. These restaurants usually feature a theme which resonates through their menu and décor. Aurum at Clarke Quay is perhaps the most prominent. Their self-invented concept is called molecular gastronomy where art and hi-tech meet to create concoctions like abalone with pearls and liquid food items served in a syringe. Since its launch, Aurum has attracted a large pool of fans who swear by this amazing restaurant that changes what they think about food eating.

Summary: If you are expanding into Asia but do not wish to give up the comfort of exquisite dining, come to downtown Singapore, the food haven! For more information about living and dining in prime districts of Singapore, please feel free to contact us!

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As an expatriate working around downtown and Central Business District of Singapore, looking for a luxurious home at the correct pricing could be an arduous task. The rapid increase in downtown housing prices has become a burden to foreigners. Fret no longer because we at Singapore Prime Districts have discovered the ideal area which combines high-end living with affordability - Ardmore Park Drive.

Location
Ardmore Park Drive is conveniently located next to the prominent Orchard Road; in fact it is just a few minutes walk away from the buzzing heart of Singapore. If you intend to drive, you could access Ardmore Park Drive easily through Stevens Road and the Pan-Island Expressway (PIE) which is a broad highway that links up many important areas on the island. Furthermore, traveling to the office in Raffles Place will cease to be a hassle. No longer would you need to wake up early in the morning to avoid rush hour traffic because Ardmore Park Drive is merely 15 minutes drive away from Central Business District. Also, responding to the call for using public transport is also made easier because the Orchard MRT station is about 7 minutes walk away.

Education
We at Singapore Prime Districts understand the concern many expatriates demonstrate for their children's education. After all, in this competitive environment, quality education is of utmost importance. As such, living along Ardmore Park Drive is an added advantage because this area is home to a variety of top-tier schools. Widely recognized international schools such as Overseas Family School and Singapore International School are a stone's throw away. Your little ones can stroll to school and save you the trouble of school buses. If you have daughters, you would be delighted to know that the number one girls' school in Singapore, Raffles Girls' Secondary School is also within the vicinity. Staying near this institution would be an added bonus.

Lifestyle
Tucked away from the hustle and bustle of Orchard Road, Ardmore Park Drive is rather quaint and serene. All around, you see elegant private condominiums and plenty of lush greenery that soothes the eye. After a hard day's work, you could unwind at the health spa in Tanglin Club or enjoy a scrumptious dinner at the American Club, complete with a glass of good wine. If what you crave for is life in the fast lane, high-end retail like Palais Renaissance and bars such as Ballymoon are just a short drive from your doorstep. After a crazy night out with the girls, you could return to home sweet home for some quiet comfort and solace in Ardmore Park Drive. Now, that is what we call having your cake and eating it, too.

Pricing
Think all the benefits will cost a hole in your pocket? Think again. Ardmore Park Drive is one of the very few areas near downtown Singapore that are still reasonably priced. While developments along Orchard Road and Cairnhill Circle are sold off at record prices of SGD$4000 to SGD$5000 per sq ft, Ardmore Park Drive is relatively much more affordable. Depending on the design and facilities available in each development, the pricing around this area ranges from SGD$2500 to SGD$3500. However, with many expatriates moving out of Orchard Road and into areas around it, we at Singapore Prime Districts predict that prices will rise in the near future. So if you are interested, act fast!

Summary: Ardmore Park Drive provides the convenience of living near Orchard Road at a reasonable price.

For more information of condominiums along Ardmore Park Drive and other prime districts, please feel free to contact Keith at keith@singaporeprimedistricts.com!

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(SINGAPORE) The Republic ranks as the best place for Asian expatriates to live worldwide, according to the latest survey by human resources consultancy firm ECA International.

Singapore surpasses cosmopolitan cities such as Sydney, Melbourne and Copenhagen in Asian expatriates' view, the survey showed. These cities are ranked second, third and fifth respectively in the top 15 locations for Asian expatriate living.

Meanwhile, Kobe (joint third with Melbourne), Yokohama (eighth), Tokyo and Hong Kong (both 15th) are the only other Asian destinations that made it to the top 15 list.

Conducted annually, the Location Ranking Survey compares living standards in 254 locations globally, taking into account climate, air quality, health services, housing and utilities, isolation, social network and leisure facilities, infrastructure, personal safety and political tensions.

'High quality infrastructure and health facilities, combined with low health risks, air pollution, crime rates and a cosmopolitan population, make Singapore a very appealing location for Asians to live in,' said Lee Quane, general manager of ECA International.

'Although we did see a small deterioration in some factors, such as air quality and accommodation in 2007, it still retains its status as being the location with the best quality of living for assignees in this region.'

He explained that Singapore 'was much more affected by haze in 2007' compared with the preceding year, causing it to lose points in the air quality category. Meanwhile, 'recent market developments in en bloc (property sales) had an impact on the supply of standard accommodation'.

Nevertheless, Singapore has consistently been ranked the best location for Asian expats to live for a decade, said Mr Quane, who believes that it will retain that spot despite 'Hong Kong moving up our rankings' this year after sliding for several years, due to improved personal security scores and the movements of locations around it.

'We now see the narrowing in quality of living between Singapore and Hong Kong, but it is unlikely that Hong Kong will match Singapore. The main reason is (Hong Kong's) air pollution, which is unlikely to go away any time soon,' he explained.

At the other extreme, Baghdad is the least favourable place for Asian expats to live in, followed by Kabul (Afghanistan), Karachi (Pakistan) and Port-au-Prince (Haiti), due to the locations' risk to personal security and their lack of suitable facilities, according to the survey.

Business Times - 05 Mar 2008

Over the years, the Indonesian Chinese community in Singapore has grown and expanded into considerable force. This group of hardworking and innovative expatriates appreciates the wonderful life on the island nation because such standard of living is something that they may not receive back in Indonesia. Singapore Prime Districts discusses the reasons that attract and retain this community.

Political stance
Unlike the Indonesian government that gives priority to their fellow natives, the Singapore government is renowned for their emphasis on meritocracy. This ideology provides an equal chance to all and ensures fair competition. Meritocracy in real life application means there is no quota to university entrance or application for business licenses because everyone is judged not based on race but on talent and diligence. In school or at work, the Indonesian Chinese community could maximize their potential through opportunities that may not have been available to them in Indonesia.

Clean and corruption-free
Many South East Asian countries suffer from dire consequences of corruption in both their political and corporate arenas. The case is starkly different in Singapore where our government adopts a harsh stance against every kind of corruption. This leaves Singapore almost corruption-free as we score 5^th out 163 countries in the Transparency International Perceptions Index. Clean public and private sectors enhance efficiency and productivity throughout the island nation; as such quality of life for the Indonesian Chinese community is much higher.

Economic development
Poised as one of the powerful Asian Tigers, the Singapore economy has performed surprisingly well in the past 20 years. Even after the Asian Financial Crisis in 1997, this determined island state picked herself up relatively faster than any other city in the region. This was due largely to the well-planned development routes by the local government that places huge importance on economic performance. As such, the Indonesian Chinese community has over the years, accumulated great faith in Singapore's investment prospects.

Value of investments
Due to the limited land size of Singapore, property is often viewed to be extremely valuable and precious. In comparison with Indonesia where land is in abundance, property investments in Singapore are more lucrative with greater returns. This is especially true for prime districts where the crème de la crop developments are located. Due to the openness of our condominium and private apartment markets, the increase in prices can occur swiftly in a few years, generating profits for investors. Recently, a surge in downtown property demand has in fact done so for the Indonesian Chinese community who prefer to live near Bukit Timah and Somerset.

Home away from home
Singapore is truly the home away from home for many Indonesian Chinese expatriates. They may start off treating this island as a place for business but most of them eventually move their entire families over. This is because Singapore has a lot to offer in terms of standard of living, security and stability. Furthermore, our metropolitan culture means that these expatriates could easily enjoy Indonesian cuisine like beef noodle soup or a relaxing Javanese message in Orchard. So really, home is not that far away.

Summary: For Indonesian Chinese looking for new investments and living prospects, Singapore is the ideal location due to its political stability, economic strengths and equal platform for competition.

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Talented executives around the world are looking for opportunities in the Asia Pacific region; most are raring to move into a new life with exciting projects and investments. However, one problem constantly bugs them and stops them from taking the step forward – their children. Downtown Singapore could be the solution. Hailed as second home to many expatriates, it is well equipped with holistic education and family oriented entertainment for your little ones. Growing up in a foreign country has never been this fun.

Quality International Pre-schools
Kindergartens in downtown Singapore are sophisticated education institutions that understand that a good and early start in learning is important. They mostly adopt an internationally recognized teaching method such as the Montessori system. Where kindergartens develop their unique teaching styles, these methods are also certified by the Ministry of Education and not to mention, avid parents. One such pre-school is the famous Eton House which promotes multiple learning goals for their students. This kindergarten has frequently ranked top among its competitors for its emphasis on learning through interaction and building confidence.

Kids-Friendly Malls and Restaurants
In a bid to cultivate a pro-family environment, various shopping centers and restaurants have transformed themselves to a haven for both the parents and their young ones. These malls feature fashion for juniors, major toy stores playgrounds and specially designed nursing rooms. Housing the largest Toys R’us store in Singapore, Forum Shopping Centre is one of the children’s favorite hangouts. Restaurants like Globetrotter at United Square swear by their slogan of where you can eat and kids can play as they serve up a conducive dining environment for families with energetic little ones.

Close to Nature
A dream-like childhood is not complete without exploring the beauty of Mother Nature. While this may be difficult in severely polluted cities like Jakarta and Beijing, Nature is just beyond the doorstep at downtown Singapore. Apart from the ubiquitous lush greenery along the streets, our National Botanic Gardens is a short drive away at Bukit Timah – the perfect picnic spot. For adventurous tots, the Sungai Buloh Conservation Area provides an adventure in a paradise of tropical flora and fauna. During specific periods of the year, your children can even go bird-watching!

Exciting Holiday Activities
School holidays for a child in Singapore are constantly exciting because there are so many fun-filled activities. You could bring them to the inspiring Science Centre or gaze at the galaxy at the Planetarium. If your children love wet rides, Downtown East has some of the wildest yet safest water slides. Furthermore, arts and music festivals throughout the year carry programs specially catered to children in order to spark off their creativity. These programs often invite children to join in the fun of producing art which can be very enriching at a tender age.

Summary: Singapore is an ideal place for young children to grow up because of its quality pre-school education and pro-family lifestyle malls. If you intend to expand into Asia, don’t hesitate in choosing this island state! Contact us for more details about children and parenting services in downtown Singapore.