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Who’s it suitable for?
MacPherson Residency (MOP 2021) is a perfect HDB for those who want:
- Resale HDB flats in Geylang
- Unit options of 3- and 4-room standard flats
- Proximity to MacPherson MRT Station (600m)
- Easy access to expressways (PIE and KPE)
- Numerous popular schools nearby
Located along Paya Lebar Road in Geylang Town, MacPherson Residency is approximately a 5-minute walk from MacPherson MRT Station. This Geylang HDB consists of 637 units of 3- and 4-room standard flats. Residents can find a supermarket, an eating house, and an RC centre within the development.
MacPherson Residency offers a series of facilities for residents to enjoy other than the supermarket and eating house – a children's playground, fitness stations, rest shelters, pergolas, and landscaped alcoves are available in the precinct.
Accessibility
With MacPherson MRT Station within walking distance from the precinct (600m), travelling to and from MacPherson Residency is convenient by public transport. MacPherson MRT Station is an interchange between the Downtown Line (DTL) and Circle Line (CCL).
MacPherson Residency HDB is surrounded by major roads such as Paya Lebar Road and Jalan Eunos, as well as expressways such as the Pan Island Expressway (PIE) and Kallang-Paya Lebar Expressway (KPE). Residents who prefer to drive will get easy access to all over Singapore.
Nearby Amenities
MacPherson Residency is conveniently located near abundant modern amenities. MacPherson Community Club, for instance, is only a short walk away from the HDB. MacPherson CC has many facilities such as a dance studio, multi-purpose hall, badminton court, music room, etc. Grabbing daily food and groceries is no hassle as well – Circuit Road Market and Food Centre is only 300 metres from MacPherson Residency HDB.
Schools near MacPherson Residency
Within a 2km radius of this Geylang HDB, there are 5 primary schools which include some of the popular ones in Singapore. These primary schools are:
- Canossa Catholic Primary School
- Cedar Primary School
- Geylang Methodist School
- Maha Bodhi School
- Maris Stella High School
MacPherson Residency’s proximity to many popular primary schools may be convenient for families preparing for the balloting exercise. You can find schools of different levels too, such as Manjusri Secondary School, in the vicinity.
Shopping Malls near MacPherson Residency
City Plaza, KINEX, Paya Lebar Square, and several other shopping malls can be found nearby. The malls in the Kallang area, such as Kallang Wave Mall, and the ones in Little India, such as Mustafa Centre, are also a quick train ride away. Rest assured that your shopping needs are all catered for!
Hawker Centres near MacPherson Residency
You can find great food choices near MacPherson Residency. Circuit Road Market and Food Centre, which is a stone throw’s away, is a great source of affordable meals. Those stopping by Circuit Road Food Centre should try out the muah chee, or Singapore's version of mochi. Cheng Mun Kee's Pig Organ Soup is also a crowd favourite at this hawker centre, as is Kim Hai Fried Hokkien Mee.
Another option is Sims Vista Market & Food Centre, a popular food centre with a friendly, relaxed, laid-back feel which brings 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.
Libraries near MacPherson Residency
Located a short drive away from MacPherson Residency 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 that 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 MacPherson Residency
There are many neighbourhood parks near MacPherson Residency. Harmony Park, for example, is located a short walk from the HDB. Geylang East Park, Tenaga Park, and Jalan Eunos Interim Park are among the nearby parks. If you want something even greener, head to Bedok Reservoir Park!
Bedok Reservoir Park surrounds an 88-hectare reservoir and is a popular destination among water sports enthusiasts and bird lovers. While some people want to spend the day chasing after adrenaline in the water, some others would love to spot swallows, herons, and kingfishers in their natural habitat.
Places of Worship near MacPherson Residency
You can find numerous churches lining up Paya Lebar Road, such as River Community Church, Emmaus Evangelical Free Church, and Philadelphia House of Fellowship. Within the same area, temples are also abundant. Cheng Hong Siang Tng Temple, Kew Huang Keng Temple, and Lorong Koo Chye Sheng Hong Temple are among the nearest ones – all within a quick walk from MacPherson Residency HDB.
As for mosques, Masjid Al Abdul Razak, Masjid Darul Aman, and Masjid Wak Tanjong are the nearest ones. Though they're not within walking distance, these mosques are easily accessible via public transport.
Hospitals near MacPherson Residency
In terms of emergency, residents need not worry as Parkway East Hospital is located approximately 12 minutes by car. Parkway East Hospital provides general and acute care and a comprehensive range of clinical specialities and subspecialties.
These specialities include obstetrics and gynaecology, general surgery, orthopaedic surgery, ENT, and ophthalmology. Various ancillary services such as rehabilitation therapy and imaging services are also available in Parkway East Hospital.
