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Who’s it suitable for?
Towner Crest (TOP 2023) is an HDB, a perfect choice if you are looking for:
- Public housing in Kallang with spacious layouts
- Loads of amenities within walking distance
- Quick access to Boon Keng MRT Station (200m)
Towner Crest is bounded by Serangoon Road and Towner Road. It comprises 2 residential blocks that offer 444 units of 3- and 4-room flats. The development’s name describes its tall residential blocks that range from 35 to 39 storeys high.
Accessibility
A quick walk – approximately 2 minutes – takes you to Boon Keng MRT Station along the North East Line (NEL). Boon Keng is 2 stops away from Little India, where you can access the Downtown Line (DTL), and 3 stops away from Dhoby Ghaut, which is an interchange for NEL, the North-South Line (NSL) and the Circle Line (CCL). You can also get to the East-West Line (EWL) via Outram Park MRT Station, just a few stops from Boon Keng.
As for drivers, Towner Crest is accessible via the nearby Central Expressway (CTE) and Pan Island Expressway (PIE). Major roads surrounding the development, such as Serangoon Road and Bendemeer Road, also grant easy access to any other part of Singapore. Driving to the Central Business District (CBD) takes around 9 minutes, while Changi International Airport is a 15-minute drive away.
Nearby Amenities
Residents of Towner Crest benefit from the abundant amenities the neighbourhood offers. Food and retail therapies, healthcare facilities, banking, and many more are within easy reach. Recreational facilities such as Kallang Riverside Park and Kallang Water Sports Centre are nearby as the Kallang River runs near Towner Crest HDB.
You can expect a seamless walking and cycling experience along the Kallang River in the years to come, bridging neighbourhoods from one to another and bringing more convenience to nearby residents.
Shopping Centres near Towner Crest
Residents of Towner Crest can head down to nearby malls like Bendemeer Shopping Mall, Balestier Plaza, and City Square Mall to do their shopping and many more. Mustafa Centre in Little India, famous for its high-quality textile, is also close to the HDB complex.
Mustafa Shopping Centre is open 24 hours a day, so you can shop through the night, finding everything from grocery items, pharmacy, and diamond necklaces, to Bollywood DVDs.
Hawker Centres near Towner Crest
Kallang is a haven for foodies. Within a 2-kilometre radius of Towner Crest, there are at least 9 food centres which will spoil you with a plethora of tasty hawker favourites. One of the popular food centres near Towner Crest is Whampoa Makan Place.
Whampoa Makan Place is known for its two separate buildings, which house the morning and night markets. Block 91, which is half a wet market, is filled mostly with stalls that close after lunch. Block 90, on the other side, is the right place to go for dinner!
Do not miss popular stalls at Whampoa Makan Place, such as Huat Heng Fried Oyster, Balestier Road Hoover Rojak, Liang Zhao Ji Duck Rice, Hi Leskmi Nasi Lemak, and Rabiah Muslim Food.
Schools near Towner Crest
Numerous educational institutions can be found around Towner Crest – some even within close walking distance. Hong Wen School (150m), Northlight School (500m), and Bendemeer Primary and Secondary School (800m) are the closest ones. It takes no more than 10 minutes to walk to these educational facilities from the HDB complex.
Libraries near Towner Crest
You can find several libraries near Towner Crest. Migrant Library Singapore and India Heritage Place at Little India are among the nearest libraries. The National Library, or the Lee Kong Chian Reference Library, is nearby. The National Library, which occupies 60,000 square metres, is set to be a premier resource for researchers and academics.
Parks near Towner Crest
Water sports enthusiasts can enjoy the sunny days at Kallang Riverside Park. Located a short drive away, the park provides visitors with fitness equipment, jogging and cycling tracks, and water sports facilities.
Kallang Riverside Park is also popular for its birdwatching activities. You can spot various species of birds in the area, such as little egrets and grey herons, especially in the migratory season from September to March.
Sports Centres near Towner Crest
Other than Kallang Water Sports Centre, there are several other sports facilities near Towner Crest HDB. For example, Jalan Besar Sports and Recreation Centre is located approximately 1.3 kilometres away. It is a community sports facility with a stadium and a swimming complex.
Farrer Park ActiveSG Field and St Wilfred ActiveSG Sports Centre are other sports facilities within a 2-kilometre radius of Towner Crest.
Places of Worship near Towner Crest
Numerous temples can be found near Towner Crest. There are at least 15 temples within a 2-kilometre radius of the HDB complex, with Long Shan Tang (750m) and Sri Vadapathira Kaliamman Temple (800m) being the nearest ones.
Singapore Christian Canaan Church, City Missions Church, Holy Trinity Church, and Berean Bible-Presbyterian Church are all within a kilometre away. At the same time, the closest mosque to the development is Masjid Hajjah Rahimabi Kebun Limau (1.2km).
Hospitals near Towner Crest
For any medical care, you can go to the nearby Kwong Wai Shiu Hospital for medical care. The 700-bed hospital is located 500 metres away from Towner Crest. Kwong Wai Shiu Hospital provides inpatient services, a rehabilitation centre, a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Centre, community care centres, and home care services.
However, if you prefer smaller medical facilities to treat your condition, there are several clinics nearby, such as Tan Teoh Clinic & Surgery (400m) and 18 Clinic (500m).
