There’s no question about it – the May 2022 BTO launch is going to be hotly contested. There will be 4,583 Build To Order (BTO) flats across five estates that will be launched – with the main draw the two projects under the Prime Location Public Housing (PLH) model in Bukit Merah and Queenstown. To round up, the other projects are in Toa Payoh, Jurong West, and Yishun.
For those who need a reminder on the PLH model, here’s a quick overview of what you need to know.
The PLH model will impose additional restrictions, on HDB flats bought in prime areas:
– 10-year MOP instead of five years
– No renting out the whole flat
– Subsidy Recovery, on top of the existing resale levy
– Reduced number of flats set aside for MCPS
Our review is broken down by the 5 BTO sites on offer, starting with the mature estates. We share an overview of the project, the best stacks (in our opinion) as well as the pros and cons of the site and unit layouts on offer.
This has always been eagerly anticipated, so here’s our comprehensive review of the May 2022 BTO launch!
Bounded by Lorong 7 and Lorong 6 Toa Payoh, Kim Keat Heights comprises 2 residential blocks ranging from 27 to 36 storeys. Both blocks will house some rental flats. You can choose from 385 units of 2-, 3-, and 4-room flats.
The design of Kim Keat Heights will pay homage to Toa Payoh’s heritage, using motifs and colours inspired by the iconic dragon playground located within the town.
Kim Keat Heights will have a sky garden connecting both blocks offering panoramic views of Toa Payoh. Other facilities within Kim Keat Heights include a Community Club integrated into the development, a precinct pavilion, playgrounds as well as adult and elderly fitness stations. The roof garden above the Multi-Storey Car Park (MSCP) offers an additional space where you can relax and unwind.
To encourage green and sustainable living, Kim Keat Heights will have several eco-friendly features such as:
Kim Keat Heights will come with the following smart solutions to reduce energy usage, and contribute to a safer and more sustainable living environment:
Most stacks are north-south facing here. The only exception are stacks 115 and 113 which would face the morning sun for about half the year.
More than just a well-designed and functional interior, the 2-room Flexi (Type 1) flats will come with the following finishes and fittings:
More than just a well-designed and functional interior, the 2-room Flexi (Type 2) flats will come with the following finishes and fittings:
More than just a well-designed and functional interior, the 3-room flats will come with the following finishes and fittings:
More than just a well-designed and functional interior, the 4-room flats will come with the following finishes and fittings:
Bukit Merah Ridge is bounded by Bukit Merah View, Henderson Road, Tiong Bahru Road, and Lower Delta Road. The development comprises 5 residential blocks ranging from 29 to 48 storeys in height, and will have a total of 1,669 units of 3- and 4-room flats. Bukit Merah Ridge is offered under the new Prime Location Public Housing (PLH) model. Find out more about the PLH model.
Bukit Merah Ridge takes its name from the nearby Southern Ridges, which can be seen from the development. Inspired by the greenery at Telok Blangah Hill Park, Mount Faber Park, and the nearby Tiong Bahru Park, Bukit Merah Ridge boasts lush landscaping and roof gardens.
Bukit Merah Ridge comes with facilities like a childcare centre, a residents’ network centre, children’s playgrounds, fitness stations, and 2 multi-purpose courts. There are also accessible roof gardens located at the development’s 2 Multi-Storey Car Park blocks.
To encourage green and sustainable living, Bukit Merah Ridge will have several eco-friendly features such as:
Bukit Merah Ridge will come with the following smart solutions to reduce energy usage, and contribute to a safer and more sustainable living environment:
Most stacks have a north-south orientation, however, stacks 500 and 502 would get the direct afternoon sun towards the end of the year.
More than just a well-designed and functional interior, the 3-room flats will come with the following finishes and fittings:
More than just a well-designed and functional interior, the 4-room flats will come with the following finishes and fittings:
Bounded by Ghim Moh Road, Ghim Moh Close, and the Rail Corridor, Ghim Moh Ascent is located near Buona Vista MRT station. This development comprises 4 residential blocks. Two blocks are 40 storeys high and the other two blocks have varying heights ranging from 8 to 31 storeys. The name ‘Ghim Moh Ascent’ references the development’s location and the staggered height of the blocks. You can choose from 867 units of 3- and 4-room flats. Ghim Moh Ascent is offered under the new Prime Location Public Housing (PLH) model. Find out more about the PLH model.
Ghim Moh Ascent is located within the Health District @ Queenstown. Residents of Ghim Moh Ascent will be able to access a range of initiatives that will be implemented to enhance their physical, social, and mental well-being. For example, Ghim Moh Ascent will feature a range of recreational facilities closely located to one another to foster family and inter-generational bonding. These include playgrounds for children, fitness stations for adults and elderly, and a hardcourt. The roof gardens on the 9th storey of some residential blocks and atop the MSCP also make for ideal spots for residents to interact with one another, or to unwind and relax. Additionally, Ghim Moh Ascent has been planned with good connectivity to the Rail Corridor and the Ulu Pandan Canal and Park Connector, where residents can be closer to nature and enjoy a variety of activities to boost their health. Other sports amenities in the town include the Queenstown Swimming Complex & Stadium.
A childcare centre and residents’ network centre will also be located within Ghim Moh Ascent. Please refer to the site plan located at the top of this page, for the facilities provided in the development. Facilities in this development will be accessible by the public.
To encourage green and sustainable living, Ghim Moh Ascent will have several eco-friendly features such as:
Ghim Moh Ascent will come with the following smart solutions to reduce energy usage, and contribute to a safer and more sustainable living environment:
Do be wary of stacks 139, 141, 153 and 155 as these face the southwest direction, resulting in direct sunlight towards the end of the year.
More than just a well-designed and functional interior, the 3-room flats will come with the following finishes and fittings:
More than just a well-designed and functional interior, the 4-room flats will come with the following finishes and fittings:
Lakeside View is located next to Jurong Lake and Jurong Lake Gardens, and bounded by Kang Ching Road and Yuan Ching Road. The development comprises 7 residential blocks ranging from 11 to 18 storeys. You can choose from 1,016 units of 2-room Flexi, 3-, 4-, and 5-room flats.
Lakeside View offers scenic views of Jurong Lake Gardens and the surrounding greenery. The development comes with roof gardens at some residential blocks and above the Multi-Storey Car Park which provide spaces for neighbourly interaction. Boasting lushly landscaped spaces, the development comes with a variety of recreational and communal amenities such as children’s playgrounds and adult and elderly fitness stations for daily exercises. You can also enjoy the convenience of a café, childcare centre, and residents’ network centre within the development.
To encourage green and sustainable living, Lakeside View will have several eco-friendly features such as:
Lakeside View will come with the following smart solutions to reduce energy usage, and contribute to a safer and more sustainable living environment:
Quite a number of stacks here have a northwest orientation. These stacks will face more afternoon sun towards the middle of the year.
More than just a well-designed and functional interior, the 2-room Flexi (Type 1) flats will come with the following finishes and fittings:
The 2-room Flexi (Type 1) flats will come with the following finishes and fittings:
More than just a well-designed and functional interior, the 2-room Flexi (Type 2) flats will come with the following finishes and fittings:
More than just a well-designed and functional interior, the 3-room flats will come with the following finishes and fittings:
More than just a well-designed and functional interior, the 4-room flats will come with the following finishes and fittings:
This is a unique 4-room BTO layout!
More than just a well-designed and functional interior, the 5-room flats will come with the following finishes and fittings:
Yishun Beacon is bounded by Yishun Central 1 and Yishun Avenue 2. With 5 residential blocks that are 14 storeys in height, you can choose from 646 units of 2-room Flexi, 4-, and 5-room flats.
Yishun Beacon is conveniently located near amenities like Northpoint City, Yishun Pond Park, Yishun Community Hospital, and Yishun Swimming Complex. Envisioned as an urban nexus, the development features landmark residential blocks at its four corners which act as visual markers.
More facilities are available within the development for residents’ convenience and enjoyment. These facilities include a childcare centre, children’s playgrounds, fitness corners, two precinct pavilions, as well as a Multi-Storey Car Park (MSCP) with a roof garden and viewing deck.
To encourage green and sustainable living, Yishun Beacon will have several eco-friendly features such as:
Yishun Beacon will come with the following smart solutions to reduce energy usage, and contribute to a safer and more sustainable living environment:
Most stacks are north-south facing, however, be wary of stacks 146 and 148 which have the afternoon sun all year round.
To boost construction productivity, Yishun Beacon will be built using the Prefabricated Prefinished Volumetric Construction (PPVC) method. The flats will come with full floor finishes, internal doors, and sanitary fittings.
The 2-room Flexi (Type 1) flats will come with the following finishes and fittings:
To boost construction productivity, Yishun Beacon will be built using the Prefabricated Prefinished Volumetric Construction (PPVC) method. The flats will come with full floor finishes, internal doors, and sanitary fittings.
The 2-room Flexi (Type 2) flats will come with the following finishes and fittings:
To boost construction productivity, Yishun Beacon will be built using the Prefabricated Prefinished Volumetric Construction (PPVC) method. The flats will come with full floor finishes, internal doors, and sanitary fittings.
The 4-room flats will come with the following finishes and fittings:
There are no Optional Component Schemes for this unit.
To boost construction productivity, Yishun Beacon will be built using the Prefabricated Prefinished Volumetric Construction (PPVC) method. The flats will come with full floor finishes, internal doors, and sanitary fittings.
The 5-room flats will come with the following finishes and fittings:
There are no Optional Component Schemes for this unit.
This concludes our review of the May BTO 2022 sites. We hope that our review has given you a better understanding of the sites on offer as well as our take on it.
Understandably, you might have questions left unanswered or perhaps have a general question about BTOs unrelated to this exercise. In any case, feel free to reach out to us directly and we’ll be happy to answer any questions that you may have!
Sean has a writing experience of 3 years and is currently with Stacked Homes focused on general property research, helping to pen articles focused on condos. In his free time, he enjoys photography and coffee tasting.
My name is Sean and our goal is to help home buyers and sellers in Singapore make the best decision for themselves. Have a question in mind? Send us an email at: hello@stackedhomes.com
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