Hougang Citrine

About Hougang Citrine

Who is it suitable for? Hougang Citrine (TOP 2025) is a perfect choice if you are looking for: HDB flats in Hougang near Serangoon Family housing with abundant greenery nearby Proximity to Lorong Halus Industrial Park Popular schools in the area Accessibility Accessing the train lines would be convenient as Hougang Citrine is located between Kovan and Bartley MRT Stations. Both the North East Line (NEL) and the Circle Line (CCL) are easily accessible. On top of that, Serangoon MRT Interchange is also among the nearest transport hubs from Hougang Citrine HDB. As for residents who drive, the development is surrounded by major roads such as Upper Serangoon Road and Upper Paya Lebar Road. Having quick access to the Kallang-Paya Lebar Expressways (KPE) and Central Expressway (CTE) is also a bliss as it only takes around 15 minutes to get to the CBD area and city centre. Nearby Amenities Located along Hougang Street 12, the development is sandwiched between Hougang and Serangoon. Hougang Citrine residents get to taste the best of both neighbourhoods – Hougang is a quiet residential area near the city centre, while Serangoon is known for its lively neighbourhood filled with numerous shopping malls, trendy restaurants, and other entertainment options.  On top of that, having Lorong Halus Industrial Park just 3 stops away by train is another perk. New employment opportunities are plentiful as the Lorong Halus Industrial Park is set to be a major employment centre. Shopping Centres Near Hougang Citrine Residents of Hougang Citrine would not have to travel far to get their basic necessities as everything is within reach. The mixed-use development the Promenade @ Pelikat, located within walking distance, has around 270 shops to cater to nearby residents’ needs.  There are many other options for shopping, as numerous malls can be found near Hougang Citrine. Heartland Mall, Upper Serangoon Shopping Centre, Hougang Shopping Mall, and ICB Shopping Centre are among the nearest ones. Hawker Centres Near Hougang Citrine There are numerous restaurants in Hougang around Hougang Citrine where tasty meals are guaranteed, such as Tai Seng Herbal Turtle Soup, Tian Xin Vegetarian, Charen Thai Food, Jin Sha Wan Seafood Restaurant, and Ponggol Nasi Lemak Centre. However, if you are more interested in hawker centres, head to Hougang 105 Hainanese Village Centre instead! It is located within walking distance from the HDB and it offers a wide choice of delicious local food.  There are 51 food stalls within the centre. Several of the must-tries include Braised Duck Rice, Wanton Mee, Teochew Kway Teow Mee, Nasi Lemak, and Bak Kut Teh. Savour their famous Pork Belly rice, Fishball Noodle, and Char Siew Wanton Noodle as well. Schools Near Hougang Citrine Located close to the Paya Lebar area, Hougang Citrine residents have numerous options when it comes to children's education. Several best schools in the East Region are located within the vicinity.  Paya Lebar Methodist Girls’ School, for example, is located within walking distance of the HDB complex. This may come convenient for families who are participating in the primary balloting exercise. Other popular primary schools near Hougang Citrine include Maris Stella High School, Yangzheng Primary School, and CHIJ Our Lady of Good Counsel. Parks Near Hougang Citrine Hougang Citrine allows its residents to enjoy an abundance of green spaces so close to home. Hougang Avenue 1 Park, for example, is a really good place to hang out with family and friends. The children's playground there will also guarantee that your little ones will have a great time. Other neighbourhood parks close to the HDB are Aroozoo Park, Maplewood Park, and Surin Avenue Neighborhood Park.  On top of that, a short drive away is Punggol Park, a tranquil green area with a beautiful 5-hectare pond in the middle. Families can have joyful picnics under the shady trees, avid cyclists can follow the scenic bicycle tracks, and anglers can hook their catch at the park’s fishing promenades around the pond. Libraries Near Hougang Citrine Book lovers would love to have both Cheng San and Serangoon Public Library nearby. Cheng San Public Library is located within the Hougang Mall and is home to a collection of 178,068 items. One of the highlights of Cheng San Public Library is the art spaces that feature artworks and help to promote art appreciation in the community.  On the other hand, Serangoon Public Library is located on the rooftop of NEX shopping mall. Housing more than 180,000 items for readers of all age groups, the library has a wide collection of books, magazines, and audio-visual materials. What’s more, Serangoon Public Library also houses a board game group facilitated by the Singapore Boardgames Meetup. Places of Worship Near Hougang Citrine The People's Bible Church is one of the nearest churches from Hougang Citrine. Sunday services would be so much more convenient without the long traffic. You can find at least 5 churches, 6 temples, and a mosque within a kilometre radius of the HDB complex. Here is a list of religious buildings near Hougang Citrine: The People's Bible Church Chin Fook Temple Kancanarama Buddhist Temple Lian Chee Kek Buddhist Temple Paya Lebar Methodist Church Masjid Haji Yusoff Mosque Nam Ann Siang Theon Bethany Trinity Presbyterian Church Living Streams Christian Church Hougang Tao Mu Temple Tao Mu Kung Temple Bethesda Serangoon Church Sports Centres Near Hougang Citrine Kovan Sports Centre at 60 Hougang Street 21 can be a great place for residents to break a sweat. Open daily from 9 am to 10 pm, Kovan Sports Centre offers sports-related team bonding events scaling from the smallest to the largest of crowds. Other than the specialised futsal tournament management services, it also provides activities such as water soccer, archery tag, laser tag, bubble soccer, dodgeball, touch rugby, and handball.  Moreover, Serangoon Stadium is also nearby. Located at 33 Yio Chu Kang Road, the stadium is managed by Sports Singapore and has a seating capacity of 1,200 people.  Hospitals Near Hougang Citrine There are numerous clinics in the vicinity of Hougang Citrine, particularly along Upper Serangoon Road. Residents will be able to seek various types of treatment for emergencies and long-term treatment. Clinics like Khoo Clinic & Surgery can tend to clinical needs, while the nearby Kee Sey Medical Store sells Traditional Chinese Medicine.  If you are looking for a full-fledged hospital, Sengkang General Hospital is around a 15-minute drive from Hougang Citrine HDB. It is a public hospital with a capacity of 1000 beds, which also partners up with primary care physicians, polyclinics, and intermediate and long-term care providers to offer more community-based care.