{"id":82545,"date":"2025-02-14T17:13:37","date_gmt":"2025-02-14T09:13:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/?p=82545"},"modified":"2025-02-20T01:49:58","modified_gmt":"2025-02-19T17:49:58","slug":"stirling-horizon-bto-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/stirling-horizon-bto-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Stirling Horizon BTO review: The Plus yet priciest in the Feb 2025 sales launch"},"content":{"rendered":"
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In case you haven\u2019t noticed, the Plus\u00a0BTO<\/a>\u00a0in\u00a0Queenstown<\/a>\u00a0is the priciest among the\u00a0February 2025 BTO sales launch<\/a>. You might think that Prime flats, sitting at the top of the hierarchy, would take the crown for the highest price among the three classifications. But this time, Stirling Horizon \u2013 a Plus project \u2013 has claimed the top spot. What does this mean for buyers? Let\u2019s break down the key details of Stirling Horizon BTO!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pricing details<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before deciding if this Plus project<\/a> is worth the price<\/a>, let\u2019s compare Stirling Horizon with Tanjong Rhu Parc Front<\/a>, the Prime counterpart in this February launch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Project<\/strong><\/td>Subsidy Recovery (SR)<\/strong><\/td>Flat Type<\/strong><\/td>Price (Excl. Grants)<\/strong><\/td>Price (Incl. Grants)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>
Stirling Horizon<\/a> (Plus)<\/td>8%<\/td>2-room Flexi<\/td>From S$224,000<\/td>From S$104,000<\/td><\/tr>
3-room<\/td>From S$408,000<\/td>From S$318,000<\/td><\/tr>
4-room<\/td>From S$554,000<\/td>From S$499,000<\/td><\/tr>
Tanjong Rhu Parc Front <\/a>(Prime)<\/td>9%<\/td>2-room Flexi<\/td>From S$211,000<\/td>From S$91,000<\/td><\/tr>
3-room<\/td>From S$399,000<\/td>From S$309,000<\/td><\/tr>
4-room<\/td>From S$548,000<\/td>From S$493,000<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>
Pricing details for Stirling Horizon and Tanjong Rhu Parc Front (Source: HDB)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The price gap between the two projects is most apparent in the smaller units, with Stirling Horizon\u2019s 2-room Flexi flats costing up to S$13,000 more. For larger units, the difference narrows. While Stirling Horizon is priced higher, it comes with a lower subsidy clawback<\/a> upon resale. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Buyers of this project will need to return only 8% of their resale price to HDB after the 10-year Minimum Occupation Period<\/a> (MOP). For example, if a unit sells for S$1,000,000 in the future, the owner would return S$80,000 to HDB. This is lower than the 9% clawback for Prime flats, making it more attractive for (very) long-term gains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Project overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Project<\/strong><\/td>Stirling Horizon<\/td><\/tr>
Town<\/strong><\/td>Queenstown<\/td><\/tr>
Remaining Lease<\/strong><\/td>99 years<\/td><\/tr>
Estimated Waiting Time<\/strong><\/td>55 months<\/td><\/tr>
Flat Types & Number of Units<\/strong><\/td>2-room Flexi (Type 1) : 118
2-room Flexi (Type 2) : 341
3-room : 81
4-room : 586<\/td><\/tr>
Total Number of Units<\/strong><\/td>1,126<\/td><\/tr>
Location<\/strong><\/td>Bordered by Queensway Road and Mei Chin Road<\/td><\/tr>
Transport Links<\/strong><\/td>Queenstown MRT Station and numerous bus services<\/td><\/tr>
Notable Landmarks<\/strong><\/td>Queenstown CC, Mei Ling Market & Food Centre, Queensway Shopping Centre, Anchorpoint Shopping Centre, Queenstown Public Library<\/td><\/tr>
Schools<\/strong><\/td>New Town Primary School, Queenstown Primary School, Queensway Secondary School<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>
Stirling Horizon BTO project details (Source: HDB)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Stirling Horizon will feature three residential blocks ranging from 35 to 47 storeys, housing 1,126 units of 2-room, 3-room, and 4-room flats. Additionally, one block will include 12 rental flats. The estimated waiting time for completion is 55 months. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Taking its name from the Stirling estate in Queenstown, the project offers expansive views of the surrounding green landscape. With a north-south block orientation, the design maximises natural ventilation while blending with the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Residents will appreciate the convenience of being within walking distance \u2014 about 700 metres \u2014 from Queenstown MRT<\/a>. With an increased focus on active and healthy living, Stirling Horizon BTO is designed with well-connected pathways to make it easier for residents to walk and cycle more as part of their daily commutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stirling Horizon facilities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The project features thoughtfully placed precinct facilities to encourage community interaction. Playgrounds and fitness corners cater to all age groups, while the residents\u2019 network centre, sky terrace, and rooftop garden atop the Multi-Storey Car Park (MSCP) offer communal spaces for relaxation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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These green spaces aim to promote the well-being of residents through social engagement, mental wellness, and physical activity. For young families, a 2-storey preschool facing the western park provides outdoor amenities to create an engaging learning environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Queenstown offers for residents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Living in Queenstown means unparalleled access to amenities. Stirling Horizon residents will find a neighbourhood centre east of the project, offering commercial shops and the popular Mei Ling Market & Food Centre for daily essentials and local hawker delights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Other retail and dining options nearby include IKEA, Queensway Shopping Centre, and Anchorpoint Shopping Centre. For those who enjoy the outdoors, the Alexandra-Queensway Park Connector and a new park provide jogging and cycling spaces. The Queenstown Community Centre serves as a hub for activities, while book lovers can visit the Queenstown Public Library.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Families with school-going children will find Stirling Horizon\u2019s location favourable. The project sits within 1km of New Town Primary School and Queenstown Primary School, making it ideal for the Primary 1 balloting exercise. Queensway Secondary School is also nearby, and tertiary institutions such as Singapore Polytechnic are easily accessible via the East-West Line (EWL).<\/p>\n\n\n\n