HDB BTO December 2023 Jurong West Review: Access to Greenery, Tengah’s New Amenities

HDB BTO December 2023 Jurong West Review: Access to Greenery, Tengah's New Amenities
HDB BTO December 2023 Jurong West Review: Access to Greenery, Tengah’s New Amenities

Note: The HDB BTO December 2023 projects have been launched. Applications close on 11 December 2023, 11.59pm.

There is a Jurong Arcadia Jurong West BTO site available in the latest BTO 2023 December launch! The Jurong Arcadia December 2023 BTO Jurong West launch is a mid-sized launch, with flat types spanning 2-room Flexi, 3-room, 4-room, and 5-room units.

As you know, Jurong West is a relatively large area, with some parts of it better traversed by feeder bus. It extends further west beyond Boon Lay MRT station and towards the Singapore Discovery Centre and encompasses the Jurong Lake District.

Transport links will see a significant improvement from 2027 when the first stage of the Jurong Region Line (JRL) is completed. The JRL will put 60,000 more households in Jurong within a 10-minute walk to a train station, and will also connect the Jurong Industrial Estate, Jurong Innovation District, and Nanyang Technological University.

Residents of the Jurong Arcadia Jurong West HDB BTO Dec 2023 launch will have access to Tengah’s new amenities and lush greenery in their backyard (some units are likely to overlook the well-landscaped pond from the Garden Waterfront I and II @ Tengah BTO projects). Read on to learn more about the Jurong Arcadia Jurong West Dec 2023 BTO launch.

Learn to Apply for a BTO Flat in December 2023

If you are a first-time BTO applicant keen to stay in the West, watch our video guide on how to apply for a BTO flat.

Make sure your HDB Flat Eligibility (HFE) letter is ready before applying for the Jurong Arcadia Jurong West Dec 2023 BTO launch! Log into your account on the HDB Flat Portal via Singpass to get started.

Jurong Arcadia HDB BTO Jurong West 2023 December Map

Location of the Jurong Arcadia Jurong West HDB BTO Dec 2023 flats, bounded by the PIE and Jurong West Street 42. Source: HDB

Jurong Arcadia Jurong West December 2023 BTO Location

Jurong West HDB BTO December 2023 project Jurong Arcadia
Address Bounded by Jurong West Street 42, the Pan-Island Expressway, and Jurong Park Connector.
Types of BTO flats available 2-room Flexi, 3-room, 4-room, and 5-room flats
Nearest MRT stations Lakeside MRT station; upcoming Corporation MRT station (set to be completed in 2027)
Nearest amenities Jurong Green Community Club, Jurong Polyclinic, Jurong East Sports Centre, Neighbourhood Centre, Jurong Lake Gardens (North Shore), Jurong Park Connector, Boon Lay Place Market/Food Village, Boon Lay Shopping Centre, Boon Lay Community Club, Palm View Garden, NTUC Health Nursing Home (Lakeside), Jurong Spring Community Club, Active SG Hockey Village @ Boon Lay, upcoming new site of Science Centre, Jurong Innovation District
Nearby schools Shuqun Primary School & MK@Shuqun, Jurong Primary School, Rulang Primary School, Boon Lay Garden Primary School, Hua Yi Secondary School, Fuhua Secondary School, Yuhua Secondary School, Jurongville Secondary School, River Valley High School, Jurong Pioneer Junior College, Canadian International School, Cerebral Palsy Alliance Singapore School (West) (Holding)

If you like living in the West and want greenery in your backyard (literally!), the Jurong Arcadia Jurong West Dec 2023 BTO launch might be for you.

With a range of flat types, the Jurong Arcadia Jurong West HDB BTO Dec 2023 launch will be suitable for all family sizes. The Jurong Arcadia Jurong West HDB BTO Dec 2023 site borders Tengah, the newest HDB town. While the nearest big and shiny malls are at the Jurong East side, those are just a quick MRT ride or feeder bus journey away. Residents will be able to access amenities in the existing Jurong West and Bukit Batok West neighbourhoods.

The Jurong Park Connector is also at their doorstep, leading north to the upcoming “forest town” Tengah, down south to Jurong Lake Gardens, and west to Sungei Lanchar. These multiple routes are great for cycling, jogging, walking your dog, or just taking a stroll with your loved ones.

What makes this location great for young families is that there are a plethora of schools in the area for school-going children of all ages. Notably, ACS (Primary) is set to move from Barker Road to Tengah in 2031 and will become a co-ed school.

Jurong Arcadia Jurong West BTO Price (HDB BTO December 2023 Launch)

Unit type Jurong West BTO prices (HDB BTO December 2023) Previous Jurong West BTO prices (HDB BTO February 2023) Median resale flat prices in the area (based on Q3 2023 data)
2-room Flexi $110,000 to $174,000
3-room $207,000 to $277,000 $187,000 to $249,000 $360,000
4-room $315,000 to $394,000 $288,000 to $372,000 $580,000
5-room $431,000 to $540,000 $700,000

There are 716 units comprising 2-room Flexi, 3-room, 4-room, and 5-room flats available for the Jurong Arcadia December 2023 Jurong West BTO launch. Based on the May 2022 BTO application rates for Jurong West, first-timer non-elderly singles looking to buy a 2-room Flexi unit stand a very good chance of scoring a successful ballot.

Referring to the BTO application rates for the February 2023 Jurong West Crystal launch for 3- and 4-room flats, the rate for first-timer families was 1.5 and 2.0 respectively.

Looking at the HDB Q3 2023 resale statistics, the median resale flat prices for Jurong West are $360,000 for 3-room HDB resale flats, $580,000 for 4-room HDB resale flats, and $700,000 for 5-room HDB resale flats.

Taking into account resale flat prices and how the Jurong Arcadia Jurong West Dec 2023 BTO launch prices are more affordable compared to other December 2023 BTO projects, these homes may likely see good capital gains. The developments in the nearby Tengah neighbourhood as well as the upcoming Jurong Lake District may also bolster prices and future owners are likely to see their homes appreciate.

Budgeting for Your Jurong Arcadia Jurong West BTO December 2023 Home Loan

Jurong Arcadia HDB BTO December 2023 Jurong West unit type Starting prices If you take an HDB loan (at 2.6% p.a., 80% LTV) If you take a bank loan (at 3.6% p.a., 75% LTV)
2-room Flexi $110,000 $22,000 downpayment, estimated $399 monthly mortgage repayments $27,500 downpayment, estimated $417 monthly mortgage repayments
3-room $207,000 $41,400 downpayment, estimated $751 monthly mortgage repayments $51,750 downpayment, estimated $786 monthly mortgage repayments
4-room $315,000 $63,000 downpayment, estimated $1,143 monthly mortgage repayments $78,750 downpayment, estimated $1,195 monthly mortgage repayments
5-room $431,000 $86,200 downpayment, estimated $1,564 monthly mortgage repayments $107,750 downpayment, estimated $1,636 monthly mortgage repayments

The above prices have been do not include CPF Housing Grants. However, the exact price of your Jurong Arcadia Jurong West Dec 2023 BTO flat will depend on the indicative pricing of the launch as well as the unit selected.

We used an interest rate of 2.6% and a Loan-to-Value (LTV) limit of 80% for the HDB loan example calculations and an interest rate of 3.6% and an LTV of 75% for the bank loan example calculations. The above example calculations are based on a 25-year loan.

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Jurong Arcadia West BTO December 2023 Amenities (HDB BTO December 2023 Launch)

Plethora of Schools in the Area

There are many education options nearby, from kindergartens to tertiary institutions. There are choice schools in the area for local and expat children alike – River Valley High School, Jurong Pioneer Junior College, and Canadian International School, among many schools.

Plus, ACS (Primary) is moving to Tengah in 2030.

Greenery in Your Backyard

Although the PIE is right behind, residents will have access to precious green spaces such as the Jurong Park Connector, Jurong Lake Gardens, Sungei Lanchar and more. The upcoming Tengah “forest town” will also be in your backyard.

Good Transport Public Transport Links

Residents will have a fuss-free commute as they will be a short bus ride from Lakeside and Chinese Garden MRT stations on the East-West Line (EWL).

The upcoming Corporate MRT Station on the Jurong Region Line will provide further access to the larger MRT system.

Relatively Easy Access to Amenities

While those swanky malls are not immediately in the vicinity, they can be easily accessed by public transport. The future upcoming amenities in the Tengah neighbourhood.

In the meantime, residents of the Jurong Arcadia Jurong West Dec 2023 BTO flats will also benefit from other amenities in the area. These amenities include three community clubs, two neighbourhood centres and a market/food village, health and sports facilities, Jurong Polyclinic, and the heartland Boon Lay Shopping Centre.

Conclusion: Is the Jurong Arcadia Jurong West December BTO 2023 Project Worth Balloting For?

Westies, unite! This is one of the more accessible locations within Jurong West, with transportation links improving significantly from 2027 onwards. Prices are likely to be affordable and the homes are probably easy to secure.

However, possible deterrents would include how Jurong West is pretty far… west. And while it may be green, it may not exactly be the quietest neighbourhood as the PIE is in your backyard. Couple that with the potential noise from the ongoing construction of the Tengah estate, you may be in for a few noisy months.

Still, the greenery could serve as a noise barrier for the expressway. There’s no way to know till the flats are built! Perhaps those interested in the Jurong Arcadia Jurong West HDB BTO Dec 2023 flats can ask those staying nearby or head over to check out the noise levels for themselves at various times of the day.

Pros of the Jurong Arcadia Jurong West December BTO 2023

  • Various flat types are available, from 2-room Flexi to 5-room units; a good supply of flats
  • Likely a high chance of success in securing a flat
  • Green spaces and park connectors nearby
  • Close to expressway
  • More affordable flat prices
  • Plethora of schools in the area for school-going children of all ages

Cons of the Jurong Arcadia Jurong West December BTO 2023

  • Far from the city centre
  • No shopping malls within walking distance
  • The nearest existing MRT stations are four to six bus stops away
  • Close to the expressway, possibly noisy

Applying for Jurong Arcadia Jurong West December 2023 HDB BTO Flats

Those who are still undecided about the Jurong Arcadia Jurong West December 2023 BTO flats, read about the other December 2023 BTO projects before applying below:

  • HDB BTO Dec 2023 Launch: Bedok, Bishan, Bukit Merah, Bukit Panjang, Jurong West, Queenstown, Woodlands
  • HDB BTO Dec 2023 Bedok Review: 4 Bus Stops to Bedok North MRT Station
  • HDB BTO 2023 Bishan Review: 7-minute Walk to Upper Thomson MRT Station
  • HDB BTO Dec 2023 Bukit Merah Review: 10-minute Bus Ride to Redhill MRT Station, Facing Alexandra Canal
  • HDB BTO December 2023 Bukit Panjang Review: Peaceful Green Haven With Parks and Schools
  • HDB BTO Dec 2023 Queenstown Review: Right Beside Dover MRT Station
  • HDB BTO Dec 2023 Woodlands Review: Two Sites Next to Woodlands MRT Station

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