The Esparina Executive Condo :: Singapore

On August 13, 2010, in Esparina, by Reviewer

By FRASERS CENTREPOINT HOMES. FULLY SOLD.

Esparina Blocks & Facilities

Update: Esparina Residences is fully sold. The next upcoming executive condominium, to launch end January 2020, is Parc Canberra. This is similar to the Esparina EC in that it is within 5 minutes walk from an MRT station. In the case of the Parc Canberra EC, however, it is located in Sembawang, near the new Canberra MRT station on the North-South MRT line. It is also close to neighbourhood shops and plenty of amenities.

Esparina Residences is an executive condominium that launched to overwhelming response. Modeled like a spa resort home, blending comfort and luxury.  With a variety of facilities to refresh and relax you.

. Within 3 minutes stroll to Buangkok MRT station.

. With Frasers Centrepoint’s signature quality finishes & design comparable to private condos.

. Average $750 psf  (vs other 99-year leasehold D19 condos near MRT like Scala @ $1150 psf)

. Around $600K to $700K for an 829 sqft 2-bedroom unit.

. Limited units left. For sale direct from developer.

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Investment Potential

$200K to $400K cheaper than similar new private condos near MRT stations.

Which means likelihood of capital appreciation after mandatory 5 years. A report in The Sunday Times 17 October 2010 says that “…ECs that have met their MOP has shown a 66.9 per cent price appreciation from 2004 to this year” which is “…higher than the 51.8 per cent price increase in mass market residential homes…“, with “…location playing a significant part in the rate of price appreciation.

(Bishan Loft 3-bedders are selling for over $900,000 now though further from MRT station.)

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Buying a unit in Esparina EC

Note: All buyers are required to do eligibility processing.

Please Contact Us to find out what documents you need for eligibility processing.

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Paya Lebar Quarter :: Mixed development to launch showflat & VIP Preview early 2017. See other details at the website, including about the Park Place Residence floor plans and price . Singapore

The other new development we would like to highlight here is Whistler Grand. This project is by another reputable developer, that is considered on par with Frasers Centrepoint in terms of quality work. Whistler Grand is being developed by CDL (City Developments) who are especially strong in functional and efficient layout plans. Whistler Grand is located at West Coast Vale on the outskirts of Jurong. VIP Preview and Showflat Opening will be in early 2019.

Esparina Residences :: Location Map

On August 12, 2010, in Esparina, by Reviewer

Here’s the site map of Esparina Residences at Compassvale Bow.

Showflat is now open for viewing.  Note that the showflat is not on the site itself.

Buangkok MRT station is underground, running beneath and parallel to Sengkang Central Road. There are entrances to the station on both sides of the road.

To see what the surroundings look like, click Esparina Residences Location to see a street view.

Esparina Residences Site Location Map

Esparina Residences Site Location

For queries or showflat viewing, please leave a note in Contact Us.

Lentor Hills Residences Launch

Unlike Esparina which is an executive condominium, the latest launch is a fully private residential development. To be called Lentor Hills Residences, it is situated in Lentor Hills Estate, within a short walk of Lentor MRT station on the new Thomson-East Coast Line.

This site lies to the north-east of Singapore, not too far from Esparina in Sengkang. It is across from the HDB heartland township of Ang Mo Kio, but lies in a sort of private residential enclave opposite this township. This enclave comprises a mix of low-rise landed houses and high rise condominiums.

Like Esparina that enjoys the advantage of being within 3 minutes walk from Buangkok MRT station, the Lentor Hills condo showflat is within 6 minutes walk of Lentor MRT station. However for those who drive, it is currently not as convenient. You need to drive down Yio Chu Kang Road, passing through several traffic lights, before getting to the nearest CTE exit.

Of course there is the alternative of driving down Thomson Road instead. Going north will get you onto the SLE (Seletar Expressway), while going south will get you to the Novena-Newton area.

The other feature about the Lentor Hills condo showflat is that it is directly opposite the future Hillock Park. It is also within a short drive of Peirce Reservoir Nature Reserve and Park. In fact, high floor units at Lentor Hills Residences will likely have some nice views over the landed housing estate on its west, to the reservoir and its surrounding greenery.

The Esparina Residences :: Facilities

On August 12, 2010, in Esparina, by Reviewer

Quick Facts

. This spa-themed EC, with the luxury of 7 different spas, is called Esparina Residences.

. Sales was the strongest of all the ECs launched recently, as it is the closest to an MRT station.

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Recreational facilities @ The Esparina Residences

  1. Lap Pool
  2. 7 Thematic Spas
  3. Pavilion
  4. Water Playground
  5. Sun Deck
  6. Pool Deck
  7. Roof Gardens with
    • Yoga Deck
    • BBQ Pavilion
    • Recreational Tennis Court
    • Multi-Purpose Court
    • Children’s Play Area
    • Fitness Corner
  8. Clubhouse with
    • Gymnasium
    • Function Room
    • Changing Rooms with Steam Bath

For queries or showflat viewing, please leave a reply in Contact Us.

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The Terra Hill condo is a brand new freehold development in the Bukit Timah area. It replaces the former Crystal Tower condominium that was sold collectively en bloc by the former owners, who each pocketed a princely sum for their respective apartments. The bidding for this parcel of land was pretty intense, drawing a total of 12 bids that was eventually won by Allgreen Properties.

Allgreen intends to develop the Terra Hill condo site into a 120 unit luxury condominium, with apartments on the larger side than is the norm for new residential developments nowadays. This would probably be more fitting for the Terra Hill upmarket location, than the mickey-mouse units typically found elsewhere. Furthermore there has been a noticeable trend lately for larger apartments to be more popular, as the market is now skewing towards buyers who are owner occupiers, rather than pure investors.

Just as Esparina was an executive condominium catering to people buying a unit for their own occupation, so the Terra Hill condo is probably catering more to that buyer profile. Except this is a much higher end, upscale neighbourhood, with a price tag to match accordingly. It is also just on the outskirts of Orchard Road, and close to several brand name schools. Such as the Anglo-Chinese School at Barker Road, and the Singapore Chinese Girl’s School further up Bukit Timah Road.

Prices has not been decided yet, but is likely to be over the SGD$3,000 mark, with smaller apartments typically costing more on average per square foot. Nor is the Terra Hill showflat ready yet, and the floor plans are still going the rounds of the various authorities for approval. The launch for this condominium development will likely be in early 2019.

Guide to Applying for Esparina EC

On August 5, 2010, in Esparina, by Reviewer
Frequently Asked Questions on Booking Lumina Grand EC

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Is booking based on balloting or on a first come first served basis?

Likely to be based on a balloting system, ie. lucky-draw style.

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How do I go about booking a unit?

The developer has not released information on the exact registration and booking procedure yet. If you’d like to register your interest in the form below, I will keep you posted on that and on when the Lumina Grand showflat will open.

Once that info is out, if you’re interested to proceed, I will get the necessary paperwork done for you, and guide and assist you every step of the booking process.

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Do I have to pay any admin charges or commissions or agent fees?

No, not at all. I will keep you posted with all the information you need as soon as it’s available, and my services in helping you buy a unit, without charging you a cent.

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Will it be cheaper if I register with the developer than with you?

No. Sales will eventually go through us, because of the huge amount of manpower needed.

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Can I have the LuminaGrand EC floor plans?

The developer has not released the site layout or Lumina Grand EC floor plans yet. If you’d like to indicate your interest in the form below, I will get that to you as soon as it’s available.

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When is the launch date?

The launch dates are still tentative, as the developer has to wait out the 15 months from the time they bought the Lumina Grand EC site. But if you’d like to contact me through the linked form, I will keep you posted when the schedule for the showflat opening date is finalised.

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Any VIP Preview for Lumina Grand?

No, as Lumina Grand is an EC project. It must abide by HDB conditions, which means a transparent booking process, with a level playing field for all.

Except Grassroots Organization members, who get to book earlier. You might say they are the VIPs in this case!

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Any Early Bird Discount?

The developer has not announced any such discount yet, but typically prices at the Preview launch are the lowest. After that, developers normally remove some, or all, of the Preview discounts.

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What’s the payment schedule like for Lumina Grand EC?

Similar to private condos, as follows:

  • First 5% cash (by cheque) at time of booking the unit.
  • Next 15% within 9 weeks (typically) of booking the unit. This 15% can be from CPF Housing Grant, or from CPF funds, or from cash.
  • Out of the remaining 80%, 5% has to be from your own funds (cash or CPF), and the rest can be from CPF funds, bank loan, or cash. This is payable progressively, which means that you (or the bank on your behalf) pays out the money as and when construction work on the LuminaGrand EC reaches certain stages. So if you’re taking a loan, your monthly instalments payable start out small and slowly increases.

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Can I take a HDB loan instead of a bank loan?

Unfortunately, HDB doesn’t give loans for ECs. Not even for first timers.


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