Who’s it suitable for?
Canberra Vista (TOP 2024) is an HDB perfect for those who are looking for:
- Family housing in Sembawang
- Specious units of 2-room Flexi, 3-, 4-, 5-room, and 3Gen flats
- Many amenities within the building
- Quick access to Canberra MRT Station (600m)
- Proximity to nature and recreational spots
Accessibility
The site of Canberra Vista is minutes away by walking from the new Canberra MRT station along the North-South Line (NSL). Sembawang MRT Station is also close by. Both stations offer a very quick commute to the Central Business District (CBD) and Orchard Road.
As for vehicle owners, the HDB development is well-connected with the rest of Singapore via two major expressways, Seletar Expressway (SLE) and Central Expressway (CTE). On top of that, the new North-South Corridor (slated for completion in 2026) renders an even faster commute from Sembawang directly to the rest of Singapore.
Nearby Amenities
Residing in Canberra Vista is a jolly way to live, study, work, and play with absolute ease. Being just two train stops from the Woodlands Regional Centre, this Sembawang HDB is also poised for great potential upside continuously for future years. Work is also undoubtedly closer to home with more career opportunities in the growing regional centre.
Shopping Malls Near Canberra Vista
Located a stone’s throw from home is the Canberra Plaza which sprawls at 120,000 square feet. The 3-storey plaza houses an extensive range of amenities, like supermarkets, food courts, restaurants, and an event plaza to serve your entertainment fix! Residents can attend to all their needs while barely leaving the premises of their homes at Canberra Vista.
For weeks where you feel like treating yourself to an enlarged choice, Northpoint City in Yishun and Sembawang Shopping Centre at Sembawang are just one MRT stop away. Both venues offer numerous shopping, dining and entertainment options.
Hawker Centres Near Canberra Vista
For residents looking for a dose of hawker favourites, Bukit Canberra Hawker Centre and the established Chong Pang Market & Food Centre are easily accessible by public transport. Bukit Canberra Hawker Centre features over 40 stalls and more than 700 seats. This makan place allows patrons to dine in a park-like environment.
Chong Pang Food Centre, home to 50 plus local food stalls, is another popular hawker centre near Canberra Vista. You can find stalls such as Pow Hua Tim Sum, Lu Xiang Ji, Taiwan 8 Treasure Tau Huey, Ding Hao Cooked Food, Pin Xiang, Shun Ji Braised Duck Rice, Bai Nian, and Sinar Suria at Chong Pang Hawker Centre.
Schools near Canberra Vista
The sheer number of schools in the area makes the development a suitable home for families with young children soon to enter primary school. There are many to ballot from, with a good ecosystem of secondary schools to further your children’s education at.
Educational institutions in the vicinity of this HDB in Sembawang include:
- Sembawang Primary School
- Sembawang Secondary School
- Canberra Secondary School
- Northland Secondary School
- Yishun Secondary School
- Yishun Town Secondary School
- Yishun Innova Junior College
- Republic Polytechnic
- Wellington Primary
- Endeavour Primary
Libraries Near Canberra Vista
Sembawang Public Library, which is located a short drive from home, is a modern nautical and maritime-themed library located within Sun Plaza. One of the highlights of the library is the thematic storytelling session.
Held every 3rd Wednesday of the month, children can enjoy stories and activities during these sessions conducted by librarians on themes such as folk tales, friendship, and festivals. During this time, parents and children can also approach the librarians for enquiries related to books and recommended reads.
Sports Centres Near Canberra Vista
Canberra Vista is also close to Bukit Canberra, an integrated hub with the largest ActiveSG gymnasium in Singapore, an indoor sports hall, a forest playground for children, a natural setting pool, an entire swimming complex, a senior care centre, outdoor pools and more. You can utilise these facilities with your ActiveSG credits, which you can use across Singapore.
Parks Near Canberra Vista
Within a radius of 500m or around a 6-minute walk, you can find Jalan Sendudok Park and Montreal Green Park – which are perfect for an evening jog or any other outdoor activity. Canberra Park Connector is also nearby, approximately 400m from Canberra Vista.
Linking Canberra Link to Tuah Road via Sembawang Road, Canberra-Sembawang PC runs along private residential estates to join Sembawang Park – a really popular fishing spot. Sembawang Park is also famous because it has one of the few natural beaches found in Singapore. It is situated in the north of Singapore facing the Johor Straits. This serene park also gives visitors a glimpse of Singapore’s naval heritage.
On top of that, Sembawang Hot Spring Park along Gambas Avenue is within a short drive from Canberra Vista. It is Singapore’s only hot spring park and a perfect place to get an enjoyable foot bath.
Places of Worship Near Canberra Vista
The nearest mosque is Masjid Darul Makmur along Yishun Ave 2, approximately 1.4km from Canberra Vista HDB. Temples are quite abundant in the neighbouring Yishun. The nearest ones are Chee Leng Lian He Miao, Sri Veeramuthu Muneeswarar Temple, and Holy Tree Sri Balasubramaniar Temple – all within the Yishun Industrial Park.
As for churches, there are several near Sembawang Shopping Centre, such as Praise Evangelical Church, Sembawang Presbyterian Church, and Glory Joy Christian Church.
Hospitals Near Canberra Vista
One of the largest general hospitals in Singapore, Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, is located a 10-minute drive from the HDB. It is a 795-bed general and acute care hospital that provides a wide range of outpatient specialist services. It opens 24 hours a day, and you can always count on it in times of emergency.
However, if you prefer closer medical facilities to cater to your needs, there are several medical centres within the vicinity. The nearest clinics from Canberra Vista include T Medical Clinic and Canberra Care Medical Clinic – both are a short walk away.
