We’ve heard all about the facelift coming to Singapore's North: an expanded Woodlands checkpoint, a new MRT interchange station at Sungei Kadut, and a fleet of waterfront homes are some of the highlights mentioned in the recent National Day Rally. But this just in: The 1930s naval quarters at Admiralty will soon be transformed into serviced apartments, according to the Singapore Land Authority (SLA).
This is the first time in history that such black and white bungalows are being repurposed in such a manner. Typically, state-owned properties (like this one) are put up for rental bidding as a whole entity, either for residential or commercial usage over a period of two years. In contrast, these serviced apartments will be available on a 5+4-year tenure basis.
The pinpointed cluster of 20 charming colonial houses is located along Admiralty Road East, Auckland Road West, Falkland Road, and Fiji Road, and is said to “integrate multi-generational co-living concepts to promote active ageing and inter-generational interactions.” This will be done through communal spaces for work and play, and shared amenities like kitchens and laundry areas. There will also be a dog run, outdoor sports courts, and sand pits, along with community programmes organised for residents to get together.
SLA expects the serviced apartments to be occupied by a diverse mix of “families, working professionals and active seniors looking for unique lifestyle offerings amidst Singapore’s urban landscape.”
The expected date of completion for this project has yet to be announced. Find out more here.
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