24/10/2024
Some weeks back I took a photo of The Chuan Park which is currently in the process of getting demolished. Taking its place will be the new 'Chuan Park'. I know what you are probably thinking but at least they didn't pay (I hope) half a million to rename Marina Bay to Marina Bay 😊 Being one of the oldest, The Chuan Park is an iconic condo for people who grew up in this neighborhood. I have only been up there once when I helped carry a drunk friend up to his place in our teenage years. Of course he returned the favour some years back, but that's story for another day 😂
The new 916 unit Chuan Park is a highly anticipated launch by Kingsford and MCC Land, slated to complete in Dec 2027. With the Lorong Chuan MRT at its doorstep, the circle line station provides easy transfers within just a few stations. KPE (I call it the bloodline of the north-east), CTE and PIE are all within minutes drive, not forgetting the upcoming North South highway that will share the traffic load on CTE.
Connectivity aside, it's near of 5 local and 3 international schools, such as Kuo Chuan Presbyterian and Australian International School. It's also near St Gabriels, which I had once wanted to get into, but didn't manage to 😅 As for amenities, there's New Tech Park (photographers should check this one out, the carpark has a very old school industrial feel, perfect for photoshoot) right opposite, NEX is on the next station and if you find one stop too short, there's Woodleigh Mall or Heartland Mall on the next. Going on the other direction, there's Junction 8. It's one of those locations where you enjoy the quietness and privacy yet close enough to amenities. If you are one of those 'not at my doorstep' folks like me, this is a worthy consideration.
Now the bad news, the launch was delayed pending Showflat approval. But, rest assured it's akan datang, maybe in a week or two (my guess). I was at the showflat 2 days ago and it looks very ready. The 2+S and 3 bedder made me feel like I was cheating on my current place 😅 If you are looking at a new place, be it for own stay or investment, feel free to contact me for more info.