Who’s it suitable for?
Braddell View is a perfect condominium for those who are looking for:
- Resale apartments in Toa Payoh
- Quick access to MRT lines (NSL, CCL, and TEL)
- Many popular schools in the area
- Numerous hawker centres nearby
- Proximity to MacRitchie Nature Reserve
Accessibility
Despite being so close to nature, Braddell View HUDC is also strategically located close to public transportation options, giving every resident a hassle-free daily commuting experience. Located along Braddell Hill, Braddell View condo is conveniently near both Caldecott and Braddell MRT stations – which are less than a 10-minute walk from the development. Residents can have easy access to both the Circle Line (CCL) and the Thomson-East Coast Line (TEL) at Caldecott, while Braddell MRT gives access to the North South Line (NSL).
Moreover, residents with cars can easily access the North, South, and East-West of Singapore as the condominium sits near the intersection of the Central Expressway (CTE) and the Pan Island Expressway (PIE).
Nearby Amenities
Living in Braddell View estate, you will find Singapore’s largest nature reserve within walking distance. It almost feels like having MacRitchie Nature Trail & Reservoir Park as a backyard of your house. Other than the greenery, residents of Braddell View can easily access all the modern amenities – shopping malls, food centres, schools, etc.
Shopping Centres near Braddell View
The Braddell View is in close proximity to a number of shopping centres and lifestyle hubs. As a result, residents of the development would not have to travel far to get everything they need. Situated 7 minutes by car, Junction 8 is a one-stop shopping, dining, and entertainment destination catering to the needs of residents from the surrounding estates. Moreover, Bishan North Shopping Mall and Toa Payoh Mall can both be reached within under 10 minutes of driving from Braddell View.
Hawker Centres near Braddell View
Besides the Food Junction at Junction 8, you have a lot more options when it comes to culinary delights. Braddell View has at least 6 hawker centres within a 2km radius – an absolute haven for food lovers! One of the local-favourite hawker centres near Braddell View is the Toa Payoh West Market and Food Centre. Some stalls worth trying are Da Heng Kway Chap, 88 Congee, Hong Kong Lung Hwa Roast Duck, and Come Daily Hokkien Mee.
Another popular hawker centre worth trying is the Toa Payoh Lorong 5 Food Centre. Known as one of the best hawker centres in the area, you’ll be able to choose from a selection of local favourites (such as Hokkien Prawn Mee and fishball noodles) as well as international stalls (from Western, Thai, to Japanese).
Schools near Braddell View
Families with children will be in close proximity to numerous good schools. Especially for the ones participating in the primary balloting exercise, Braddell View is surrounded by popular schools in Toa Payoh and Bishan areas – such as Pei Chun, CHIJ Primary, and Kheng Cheng School. These are the list of schools within a 2km radius of Braddell View:
- CHIJ Primary Toa Payoh
- Kheng Cheng School
- Marymount Convent School
- Catholic High School
- First Toa Payoh Primary School
- Kuo Chuan Presbyterian Primary School
- Pei Chun Public School
Parks near Braddell View
Anchored by Singapore’s largest reservoir, MacRitchie Nature Reserve is a popular destination for runners, water sports enthusiasts, and of course nature lovers. If you have ever wanted to enjoy the tranquillity of walking above lush green foliage and getting a bird’s eye view of the beauty of nature at your feet, you will get your chance at the Treetop Walks located at MacRitchie. It is a 250-metre aerial free-standing suspension bridge spanning the two highest points within MacRitchie, Bukit Peirce and Bukit Kalang. Enjoy the extraordinary bird's eye view of the forest and let nature comfort you in the best way possible.
Aside from the Treetop walk, be closer to the ground and take an exhilarating walk around the 11-kilometre nature trail loop known as the MacRitchie Trails. Located within the tropical rainforest of Central Catchment Nature Reserve, you will likely bump into long-tailed macaque monkeys, squirrels, and monitor lizards along the trail.
Libraries near Braddell View
Both Toa Payoh and Bishan Public Libraries are within a 10-minute drive from Braddell View. Toa Payoh Public Library has more than 240,000 print and non-print items that include books, periodicals, and audiovisual materials. Visitors can download their favourite ebooks from OverDrive by availing of the eReader loan service that allows library users to borrow Sony eReaders.
Bishan Public Library, on the other hand, is known for its distinctive architecture. The building’s design captures the look and feel of a tree house. Individual coloured pods are cantilevered off the building’s main façade. From the building’s interior, these pods are suspended alcoves that act as spaces for quiet reading and reflection by individual users. Their Learning IT for Seniors Club (LITS) is popular among the patrons.
Places of Worship near Braddell View
Rest assured that people of faith can easily access their respective places of worship from Braddell View. For Christians, the Heritage Baptist Church, Toa Payoh Methodist Church, and RiverPlace Church are all within a 15-minute walk.
By commuting, Muslims can quickly get to Masjid Muhajirin or the Singapore Islamic Hub. Buddhists can most easily go to Wat Sangkharatanarama or the Burmese Buddhist Temple. Lastly Hindus, will also have access to the Sri Vairavimada Kaliamman Temple.
Hospitals near Braddell View
In times of health emergency, there’s a number of family clinics within walking distance that offer their services 24/7. The Mount Alvernia Hospital is also 850m away from Braddell View, if you’re coming down with something that needs more medical attention or if you simply seek a larger health facility.
Here is a list of health facilities within 1km from Braddell View:
- Braddell Family Clinic
- Braddell Medical Clinic
- Kingsway Medical 24-Hr Clinic Braddell
- Yap Medical Clinic
- Mount Alvernia Hospital
