Who’s it suitable for?
Dakota Breeze is an HDB, suitable for those who are looking for:
- Riverside homes in Geylang
- Various layouts including 2-room Flexi, 3-, 4-, 5-room, and 3Gen flats
- Direct access to Dakota MRT Station
- Numerous schools around the area
Accessibility
Travelling to and from Dakota Breeze is quick, convenient, and easy. Located just downstairs of Dakota Breeze, Dakota MRT Station is just around a 2-5 minute slow walk from any of the blocks.
Dakota MRT is an underground station along the Circle Line (CCL) Stage 2. It is only one stop from Paya Lebar Interchange Station, which connects to the East-West Line (EWL), and 2 stops from MacPherson, linking to the Downtown Line (DTL).
Other interchange stations nearby include Dhoby Ghaut, which connects to North-South Line (NSL) and North-East Line (NEL) and Marina Bay, which links to Thomson-East Coast Line (TEL). Taking the train from Dakota to the CBD area is just 6 MRT stops – around 12 minutes train ride.
As for vehicle owners, driving down to the CBD takes around 11 minutes via Nicoll Hwy. Major roads and expressways surrounding Dakota Breeze HDB provide residents with top-tier accessibility around the heartland.
Nearby Amenities
Bounded by Jalan Satu and Jalan Dua, Dakota Breeze HDB is packed with facilities within and around the development. There is a supermarket, an eating house, shops, a childcare centre and a Residents’ Network Centre within Dakota Breeze. You can also find markets and food centres within walking distance.
Shopping Malls Near Dakota Breeze
At least 6 shopping malls can be found around Dakota Breeze. PLQ Mall, SingPost Mall, Paya Lebar Square, and KINEX Mall are among the options. If you wish to go to Kallang instead, have your shopping spree at Kallang Wave Mall and Leisure Park Kallang.
On top of that, Orchard Road Shopping District and Bugis are easily accessible via the MRT line. Orchard Road is dotted with all the fancy shopping malls, while Bugis Street is known for having many small stores crammed side by side – truly a great place for bargain hunters.
Hawker Centres Near Dakota Breeze
Old Airport Road Food Centre (400m) is a short stroll from Dakota Breeze. There are more than 150 hawker stalls at the food centre, and you can find so many popular names among them – Dong Ji Fried Kway Teow and Wen Wen Pork Rib Big Prawn Mee, for example.
If you want to indulge in Malay and Indian best hawkers, head to Geylang Serai Food Centre instead! Azizah Briyani is one of the favourite stalls there, it is known for having healthier ingredients and a lighter taste than other briyani stalls.
Sims Vista Market & Food Centre is another hawker centre near Dakota Breeze worth visiting. You will get a relaxed, laid-back feel, bringing more comfort to your comfort food! There are over 70 food stalls in Sims Vista Hawker Centres, and some must-tries include Dubai Express, Tai Dong Teochew Duck Rice, Hao Qing Xiang AMK 628, and Green Chili Chicken Rice.
Schools Near Dakota Breeze
Within a kilometre of Dakota Breeze, you can find at least 6 schools – Maju Secondary School (300m) is the nearest. EtonHouse International School Broadrick is 600 metres away if you prefer to enrol your kids in an international school instead.
Moreover, with Dakota MRT Station right at your doorstep, it is extremely easy for school-going children to find their way around.
Libraries Near Dakota Breeze
Located a kilometre away from Dakota Breeze HDB, Geylang East Public Library is home to a collection of 100,000 publications. The library is the first public library in Singapore to have a special thematic collection on cookery and food-related literature.
There are 2 interest groups in Geylang East Public Library hold regular meetups for like-minded individuals. The Golden Circle is an English book club for seniors and Malay in Minutes! is intended for non-Malay speaking adults keen to pick up conversant Malay.
Parks Near Dakota Breeze
Residents of Dakota Breeze get direct access to Geylang Park Connector. Geylang Park Connector runs along Geylang River before heading to Marina Reservoir and connecting seamlessly to Gardens by the Bay via Tanjong Rhu Promenade.
You can savour the calm and soothing breeze under the shade of the trees or enjoy birdwatching under the mature canopy en route to one of the most coveted views of the Singapore city skyline.
Sports Centres Near Dakota Breeze
Residents with an active lifestyle can frequent the nearby sports centres. Geylang Sports Centre and the Singapore Sports Hub are within a short drive from Dakota Breeze. You get into a match with your friends at Geylang Sports Hall or take a swimming lesson at the swimming complex.
The Singapore Sports Hub, on the other hand, is a fully integrated sports, entertainment, and lifestyle hub. Located on a 35-hectare site, the hub features a unique cluster of world-class facilities, including the National Stadium, Singapore Indoor Stadium, Water Sports Centre, Singapore Youth Olympic Museum & Singapore Sports Museum, and many others.
Places of Worship Near Dakota Breeze
Within a 2-kilometre radius of Dakota Breeze are Geylang Church of Christ, Eastside Church of Christ, Bethany Emmanual Church, and several other churches. Mosques are abundant as well in the area. There are over 10 mosques, and Masjid Khadijah along Geylang Road is the nearest.
You can also find numerous temples within the vicinity of Geylang. International Sri Krishna Mandir Temple, for example, is only a kilometre from the HDB complex.
Hospitals Near Dakota Breeze
There is a high density of clinics surrounding Dakota Breeze, which ranges from general practitioners to specialist clinics – Spring Medical Clinic, for example, is only 400 metres away from the HDB complex.
If you prefer a full-facility hospital, there are some options as well. Martin St Peter's Hospital, East Shore Hospital, Farrer Park Hospital, and Parkway East Hospital are all within a 5-kilometre radius of Dakota Breeze HDB.
