Who is it suitable for?
Kingsford Waterbay is a perfect condominium if you are looking for:
- A leasehold condominium in Hougang
- Waterfront condominium facing Serangoon River
- Various unit options, including strata terrace and semi-detached houses
- Numerous retail stores within the condominium complex
- Renowned schools around the area
Accessibility
Located along Upper Serangoon View, Kingsford Waterbay offers convenient access to several MRT stations such as Buangkok MRT Station and Hougang MRT Station, connecting residents to the rest of the North-East Line (NEL). There is a bus service linking you to the MRT stations that will make your travel even more enjoyable.
Aside from the MRT stations, Kangkar LRT Station is also near Kingsford Waterbay. This development is also well-served by Kallang-Paya Lebar Expressway (KPE) and Central Expressway (CTE).
Nearby Amenities
This riverside condo in Serangoon offers residents a sense of tranquillity while also being near many modern amenities. Serangoon Garden Village which offers many recreational activities, for example, is a short drive away from home.
Sporting facilities, such as Hougang Sports Centre, are also abundant in the area. On top of that, being situated right across Serangoon Park Connector, Kingsford Waterbay allows residents to venture into the neighbouring areas seamlessly.
Shopping Centres Near Kingsford Waterbay
If residents are looking for a range of products and services beyond what is available at the retail shops at Kingsford Waterbay, they can venture out to the surrounding neighbourhood. There are many stores and boutique shops in the area, in addition to a supermarket. There are also 4 shopping malls within a 10-minute drive of Kingsford Waterbay, and further afield, NEX, which is a 15-minute drive away.
The nearest mall is Hougang Mall; virtually anything you need can be found there, from shoes to electronics to a hairdresser. Common fashion brands such as Cotton On, Giordano, Bossini and Hush Puppies can also be found at Hougang Mall. With several other malls near Kingsford Waterbay, residents can shop at suburban malls comfortably without having to travel to Orchard Road.
Hawker Centres Near Kingsford Waterbay
There is an NTUC Foodfare located just a few minutes away from Kingsford Waterbay. This coffee shop would be a great destination for residents who just want a quick meal and don't wish to travel far.
For classic, affordable, delicious hawker fare, head to Lor Ah Soo Lor Mee, at #02-51, 105 Hougang Ave 1. Hougang 105 Hainanese Village Centre offers a wide choice of delicious local food – there are 51 food stalls within the centre. The must-tries include Braised Duck Rice, Wanton Mee, Teochew Kway Teow Mee, Nasi Lemak, and Bak Kut Teh.
Schools Near Kingsford Waterbay
When it comes to educational needs for children, residents of Kingsford Waterbay will be given the ultimate convenience because there are plenty of top school options available in the vicinity. Cambridge @ Kingsford Waterbay, Star Learners @ Hougang, and E-Bridge Pre-School can be good choices for preschoolers.
As for the primary schools, CHIJ Our Lady of the Nativity and Punggol Primary School are within a 1km radius of Kingsford Waterbay. In a 2km radius, there are 7 more primary schools namely Holy Innocents', Montfort Junior, North Spring, North Vista, Palm View, Sengkang Primary, and Yio Chu Kang Primary Schools.
Other schools near Kingsford Waterbay include Serangoon Secondary School, Montfort International, and tertiary institution Serangoon Junior College.
Libraries Near Kingsford Waterbay
Residents who love to read can frequent the nearby Cheng San Public Library within the Hougang Mall. The library has a collection of over 170,000 items to choose from. Moreover, Cheng San Public Library has a dedicated space featuring the artworks of local artists, promoting art appreciation in the community.
Parks Near Kingsford Waterbay
One of the selling points of Kingsford Waterbay is its proximity to nature; Punggol Park, Punggol Waterway Park, and Hougang Neighbourhood Park are nearby. The nearest one, Punggol Park, is only a short walk from the development.
It offers a tranquil green area with a beautiful pond in the middle. The shady trees provide a lush, cool area for families to picnic under, while bicycle tracks allow avid cyclists to enjoy a session of cycling with friends. There is also a fitness corner which is perfect for your daily stretch.
Places of Worship Near Kingsford Waterbay
Along Upper Serangoon Road, there are numerous churches including Kim Tian Christian Church and Bethesda Serangoon Church. Hougang Ave 3 is where you will find several temples, such as Kai Hock Tong Temple, Chao Ying Kong Temple, and Chee Tong Temple. As for mosques, Masjid An-Naeem is the closest one – located 7 minutes by car.
Hospitals Near Kingsford Waterbay
Medical services are easily accessible to residents of Kingsford Waterbay. Not only are there lots of General Practitioners (GPs) and dental clinics nearby, the full-facility Sengkang General Hospital is only a 7-minute drive away. Sengkang General Hospital has a capacity of 1000 beds and offers general hospital services with community-based care to nearby residents.
