Details
Project Name |
278B Compassvale Bow |
project type |
HDB |
Developer |
Housing & Development Board (HDB) |
Tenure |
99-year Leasehold |
PSF |
S$ 879 - S$ 879 |
Completion Year |
2016 |
# of Floors |
17 |
Total Units |
N/A |
About 278B Compassvale Bow
278B Compassvale Helm
278B Compassvale Helm is a 99-year leasehold HDB flat. It is one of the blocks from the Compassvale Helm BTO project in Sengkang Estate launched in 2013.
Why Should You Buy 278B Compassvale Helm
278B Compassvale Helm is located in the North-Eastern part of Singapore, in the heart of Sengkang estate. Amenities and facilities such as a supermarket, eateries, schools and shopping malls are located within the vicinity. It is also close to Buangkok MRT station, which makes travelling more convenient.
The upcoming developments of the Cross Island Line (CRL) and Lorong Halus Industrial Park will also present job opportunities to residents living at 278B Compassvale Helm. Rental opportunities will also arise so as to cater to the needs of those working in the Lorong Halus Industrial Park area.
Accessibility and Amenities Near 278B Compassvale Helm
278B Compassvale Helm is well-connected with many bus options (43, 43M, 109, 156, 159, 159A, 161), LRT and MRT stations. The nearest MRT station and LRT stations are Buangkok MRT station and Renjong LRT station respectively, which are each four-minutes’ and seven-minutes’ walk away. At Buangkok MRT station, residents can head to the malls like PLQ and Paya Lebar Square in the East or Botanic Gardens when transiting to the Circle Line at Serangoon MRT station. Alternatively, commuters can also reach Dhoby Ghaut MRT station in just nine stops.
278B Compassvale Helm Floor Plan
There are a total of 93 units at 278B Compassvale Helm across 17 storeys. The block has a unit mix of 4-room (46 units) and 5-room (47 units) flats.
Schools and Education Institute
There are many schools in the area. Within a 2km-radius, there are six primary schools and four secondary schools around 278B Compassvale Helm. The closest primary school to 278B Compassvale Helm is Palm View Primary school, and it is less than 200m away. There are also a couple of preschools in the area for families with young children, such as Little Footprints Preschool and Posso Preschool (Sengkang). The preschools are located near Ranggung LRT station and Kangkar LRT station respectively.
Medical Centres and Hospitals
SingHealth Polyclinic (Sengkang) is the closest polyclinic to 278B Compassvale Helm, which provides subsidized healthcare. For more urgent medical needs, residents can visit the Sengkang General Hospital, situated right across SingHealth Polyclinic (Sengkang). In addition, there are many private clinics nearby, which include family clinics and dental clinics. Silkroutes Medihealth (Sengkang) located just opposite 278B Compassvale Helm is the nearest family clinic to the block. For dental care, residents can visit Bright Smile Dental Surgery, which is about six-minutes’ walk away.
Shops and Shopping Malls
Hougang Green Shopping Mall is the nearest neighbourhood mall to 278B Compassvale Helm, which has a food court, Giant supermarket, as well as education and enrichment centres. For more shopping options, residents can visit Compass One - a family oriented and recreational hub in the Sengkang region, with more than 180 established brands such as Bengawan Solo, Challenger and Guardian Health & Beauty.
Restaurants/Eateries
There are various eateries around Buangkok MRT station which includes a food court and fast food options. If residents would like to indulge in a meal at a restaurant, they can head to Compass One. At Compass One, a wide range of food and beverage offerings await mall goers, such as KFC, Encik Tan, Ichiban Sushi and Din Tai Fung.
Recreation and Leisure Options
Compassvale Ancilla Park is the closest park to residents living at 278B Compassvale Helm, which is great for strolls, jogs and cycling. There is also a children’s playground in the park. Alternatively, residents can head to Punggol Park, which has a play area for kids, dog park and tracks for cycling and inline skating.
Job Opportunities
Residents can look forward to the development of the Lorong Halus Industrial Park - Singapore’s first industrial park to be built on a landfill. There will be waterfront parks, recreational facilities and public spaces for post-work living. The area will be developed to cater to industries such as lifestyle, food and logistics, creating new job clusters and opportunities for residents living in the vicinity.
In addition, there will be a new CRL MRT station at Hougang and Defu, under the transport plans released. These new stations will increase accessibility and connectivity to residents in Buangkok, linking them to Ang Mo Kio Town Centre and the Aviation Park in the East.
