Canninghill Piers is an upcoming mixed use integrated development that is located at River Valley Planning area, District 6 of Singapore, Core Central Region. This development sits in a rare and highly sought after address in the Core Central Region of Singapore. The land parcels is bounded by River Valley Road and Tan Tye Place. The development overlooks the Fort Canning Park which sits along the River Valley Road. The site is also next to the famous leisure destination, Clarke Quay, which is popular with tourists and locals.
This is a unique development which allows its residents to live by the riverfront yet also being able to enjoy the lush greenery views of the Fort Canning Hill. It is so close to numerous amenities but yet residents still able to enjoy the serenity and tranquility without having to travel far from their abodes.
The land parcel of Canninghill Piers had previous belonged to Somerset Serviced Residence at Liang Court, Novotel Hotel at Clarke Quay and also the famous Liang Court Shopping Mall. Liang Court was completed in 1984 and used to be a popular shopping venue with its many Japanese retailers.
The Liang Court mall was successfully acquired by real estate heavyweights, City Developments Ltd and CapitaLand in May 2019. In November 2019, both City Developments Ltd and CapitaLand, together with CapitaLand’s subsidiary, Ascott REIT made announcement for the redevelopment of Liang Court to be transformed into an integrated mixed use development.
This proposed development will encompass of two residential blocks with has approximately 700 apartment units, a component for commercial, a hotel with more than 400 rooms that is of “upper midscale” as well as serviced residence with 192 units. The consortium will also revitalise the river promenade that is next to the development. This rejuvenation will be in line with the Master Plan 2019 by the Urban Redevelopment Authority for the enhancement for the vibrancy of the area.
The transformation of the promenade will be expected to increase social activities in the development’s vicinity as well as increasing the footfall and improving the accessibility for pedestrian along Singapore River.
Properties in River Valley, as well as the neighbourhood in the vicinity such as Orchard and Cairnhill, as highly coveted by many wealthy locals and foreigners. Although there are various reasons for the demand but one of the most important factors will be the location. These estates are located in the prime central region of the island and have great accessibility to world-class lifestyle and shopping amenities, parks and renowned educational institutions. These estates also belong to the most prestigious residential districts in Singapore and are homes for the rich and famous.
River Valley, considering the neighbourhood that is most family-oriented, will have high expectation and future residents will be able to access everything right at their doorsteps with the world class shopping belt just a short distance away. This development offers a rare and unique living experience in the luxurious River Valley neighbourhood.
Location is always a top priority in property buying. The choice of the location will have great impact on the value of the property. The prime District 9 is an excellent locality that has anything right at the fingertip. To own a unit at Canninghill Piers will mean that one is close to a wide array of amenities. The development is situated near to the downtown core, shopping venues, education institutions, dining destinations, world class recreation facilities and parks. With the superb locality, future residents will have unparalleled conveniences.
The River Valley neighbourhood is also one of the top choices for expatriates due to its excellent connectivity to amenities as well as the proximity to the financial district. The enhanced transport network, together with the central location, will offer future residents great connectivity to any part of the island.
At here, there are unlimited dining and shopping options. Future residents can easily walk to those options nearby. The development is also near to the Robetson Quay which has a laid back setting. Future residents can find some ideal venues where they can unwind and relax after hectic day at the bars, bistros, art houses and restaurant here.
This neighbourhood is also very family centric with its proximity to reputable education institutions. Another reason why this area is very popular with expatriates is due to the fact it is close to many international schools.
The development is also near to many world class healthcare amenities which are short drives away. The Gleneagles Medical Centre is approximately 12 minutes’ away, the Camden Medical Centre is approximately 11 minutes’ away and the Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre is just around 9 minutes’ away. Future residents will be able to access to top healthcare services with just minutes’ away.
This estate is also ideal for those who enjoy serenity and tranquility. Future residents can take a stroll along the Singapore River and appreciate what this neighbourhood has to offer in terms of outdoor recreation facilities. Other than the Fort Canning Hill Park which is nearby, there are many other venues here to explore which are also friendly for the kids. The development is also close to many heritage and cultural sites which future residents can get to know more of the country’s history.
The River Valley district offers seamless traveling. This area is well served by many bus services and there are many MRT stations that are just nearby. The nearest MRT Station will be just a short walk away and the development is also well served by numerous arterial roads and expressways.
There are also many choices here when it comes to choosing a education institution for the kids. These nearby education amenities also provide the full spectrum of needs for one’s education path. Young parents will also appreciate the closeness of the preschools, kindergartens and childcare centres that are located in this neighbourhood.
The River Valley estate is also deemed as one of the shopping havens where numerous malls can be found within short distances. There are more options available in the nearby estates where future residents will have plenty to choose from and world class shopping district is also within reach. Future residents they will be overwhelmed by the different shopping experiences they can have here. Other than shopping malls, there are also many entertainment facilities, restaurants, wellness and health care amenities that are within reach.
For nature lovers, they will appreciate having a park with just a stone throw away. The next door Fort Canning Hill Park will offer visitors serenity as well as quality outdoor times. This historical landmark was the British Army’s headquarter and also once the home to the royal family during the 14th century. Today, it offer visitors a glimpse to the past of Singapore and they can appreciate the different fauna and flora on the walking paths here. This park is also venues from concerts, theatre productions and carnivals.
About the Developer
CDL is a front running international real estate firm that has a network that spans 29 countries with 106 locations. This public listed company is one of the biggest groups by its market capitalisation. Its portfolio which is geographical diverse and income stable encompasses of integrated projects, shopping malls, serviced apartments, hotels, offices and residences.
The group has a solid track record of real estate management, investment and development for more than 55 years. The group has built and completed more than 46,000 residences and has more than 24 million square feet of hospitality, commercial and residential assets internationally. The group’s land bank also has a land area of approximately 3.4 million square feet globally.. Some of the CDL’s current projects include Irwell Bank Residences, Sengkang Grand Residences, Haus on Handy and Amber Park.
CapitaLand is a leading real estate company in Asia with a well-diversified portfolio. The company’s headquarter is in Singapore and has been listed on the Singapore Stock Exchange. As of end of 2020, the company has an estimated portfolio globally that is approximately $132.5 billion in value. This portfolio spreads over an array of real estate assets in residential, lodging, urban development, integrated development, logistics, industrial, business park, retail and commercial in more 30 countries and 230 locations. The company’s core focus is in China and Singapore with expansions in USA, Europe, Australia, Vietnam and India. One of the company’s most recent launches is One Pearl Bank that is located in the prime Outram district.
Shopping Malls UE Square – 0.2km The Central – 0.4km The Central Mall – 0.4km Funan The Digital Mall – 0.5km Peninsula Excelsior Shopping Centre – 0.6km The Adelphi – 0.7km Chinatown Point – 0.7km People’s Park Centre – 0.7km Raffles City Shopping Centre – 0.9km People’s Park Complex – 0.9km
Kindergarten Etonhouse Preschool (Robertson Walk) – 0.4km Cambridge @ Robertson – 0.4km White Lodge Childcare (River Valley) – 0.4km Kinderland (Ministry of Manpower) – 0.5km Mad About Kids – 0.7km Citikids Academy Preschool – 0.9km Odyssey The Global Preschool (Orchard) – 0.9km MindChamps PreSchool 1.0km Maple Bear (Havelock) – 1.1km Chinese Kindergarten 1.2km
Primary School River Valley Primary School – 0.7km St Margaret’s Primary School – 1.3km Anglo Chinese Junior School – 1.9km Stamford Primary School – 1.9km Cantonment Primary School – 1.9km
Secondary School Outram Secondary School – 0.9km School of The Arts Singapore – 1.0km
Junior College Catholic Junior College 3.8km
Tertiary Dimensions International College (City Campus) – 0.6km The University of Chicago Booth School of Business – 0.8km Singapore Management University – 0.9km Nanyang Academy of The Arts – 1.2km Lasalle College of Arts – 1.4km University of Nevada, Las Vegas – 1.6km
International School Swedish Supplementary Education School – 1.2km Chatsworth International School (Orchard Campus) – 1.4km Finnish Supplementary School – 1.8km Norwegian Supplementary School – 1.8km ISS International School (Elementary and Middle School Campus) – 1.9km
Food Centre Jalan Kukoh Blk 1 Food Centre – 0.6km Hong Lim Market and Food Centre – 0.7km People’s Park Complex Food Centre – 0.8km Chinatown Complex Market and Food Centre – 1.1km Market Street Interim Hawker Centre – 1.2km Amoy Street Food Centre – 1.4km Lau Pa Sat Festival Market – 1.4km Zion Riverside Food Centre – 1.5km Tiong Bahru Market and Food Centre – 1.6km 6 Tanjong Pagar Plaza Market and Food Centre – 1.7km Beo Crescent Market and Food Centre – 2.0km
Lifestyle Home TeamNS – UE Square Club House – 0.2km Fort Canning Park – 0.3km Stardus Clubhouse – 0.3km Hong Lim Park – 0.6km Legends – 0.6km SAFRA Town Club – 0.8km Istana Park – 0.8km Pearl’s Hill City Park – 1.0km Esplanade Park – 1.0km War Memorial Park – 1.2km Singapore Cricket Club – 1.2km Home TeamNS – Smith Street Club House – 1.2km Singapore Recreation Club – 1.3km The French Chamber of Commerce in Singapore – 1.8km Singapore Mariners Club (Maritime House) – 1.9km The American Club – 2.0km
Highlights of Canninghill Piers
Transport Network Canninghill Piers is just next to the Fort Canning MRT Station which operates the MRT Downtown Line. This MRT line is one of the most recent lines that were added to Singapore’s MRT network. The station started its operation in October 2017.
The MRT Downtown Line runs through from the North West of Singapore, starting from Bukit Panjang MRT Station, to the Central Singapore and South of Singapore all the way to the East region which ends at the Expo MRT Interchange Station.
This MRT Line service’s starting point is from the Changi Business Park and goes through the Tampines Regional Hub, passing through industrial estates in the Eastern Region off Kaki Bukit and Kampong Ubi before reaching the MacPherson and Geylang Bahru. This MRT Line then goes through the central areas of Fort Canning, Chinatown, Bugis before passing through the downtown financial hub and then through Little India before entering to the food enclaves of Bukit Timah and the education hub before ending in Bukit Panjang.
From Fort Canning MRT Station, future residents of Canninghill Piers just need to travel 1 MRT Station towards the Bukit Panjang MRT direction to arrive at the Chinatown MRT Interchange Station where the MRT North East Line is readily available. Just 3 stations away from the Chinatown MRT Interchange Station, in the same direction, will be the Bayfront MRT Interchange Station which passengers will be able to transit to the MRT Circle Line services that are available at the Station.
Further up will be the Bugis MRT Interchange Station which also operates the MRT East West Line, the Newton MRT Interchange Station which runs the MRT North South Line and also the Stevens MRT Interchange Station which will be starting its MRT Thomson East Coast Line services in 2021. For future residents of Canninghill Piers, it will be hassle free for them to travel to any part of the island using the comprehensive MRT network that offers here.
For those driving, Canninghill Piers is just approximately 7 minutes’ drive away from the Central Business District. Those who love shopping will be delighted to know that Canninghill Piers is just approximately 5 minutes of driving away from this Asia famous shopping street. The next door River Valley Road will also easily link drivers to the nearby Central Expressway and the Ayer Rajah Expressway which cut down traveling time to various parts of the island.
Amenities The development will comprise of a retail podium which be able to provide future residents with their daily necessities as well as dining and shopping needs. Residents can also take a short walk down to the some of the nearby shopping malls where more venue options for their retail therapies can be found.
Some of the retail venues that are close proximity include UE Square, The Central, The Central Mall, Funan The Digital Mall, Peninsula Excelsior Shopping Centre, The Adelphi , Chinatown Point and People’s Park Centre. In terms of entertainment options, residents just need to stroll down to the next door Clarke Quay where numerous dining and entertainment amenities are located.
The development is also close to many market and food centres where residents can get delicious local hawker fare as well as fresh market produce from. Some of these food centres include Jalan Kukoh Blk 1 Food Centre, Hong Lim Market and Food Centre, People’s Park Complex Food Centre, Chinatown Complex Market and Food Centre, Market Street Interim Hawker Centre, Amoy Street Food Centre, Lau Pa Sat Festival Market, Zion Riverside Food Centre, Tiong Bahru Market and Food Centre, Blk 6 Tanjong Pagar Plaza Market and Food Centre and Beo Crescent Market and Food Centre.
Schools In terms of local primary and secondary schools, the development is close to River Valley Primary School, St Margaret’s Primary School, Anglo Chinese Junior School, Stamford Primary School, Cantonment Primary School, Outram Secondary School and School of The Arts Singapore.
Canninghill Piers is also close to numerous tertiary educational facilities such as Dimensions International College (City Campus), The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, Singapore Management University, Nanyang Academy of The Arts, Lasalle College of Arts and University of Nevada, Las Vegas.
For families with school going children, who do not hail from Singapore, the development is close to Swedish Supplementary Education School , Chatsworth International School (Orchard Campus), Finnish Supplementary School, Norwegian Supplementary School and ISS International School (Elementary and Middle School Campus)
To summarize,
1. Convenience – The development has a retail component which will serve residents their dining and retail needs without having to travel out. 2. Prime Location – The development is located in the River Valley District. 3. Locality – The development is just next to Fort Canning MRT Station. 4. Accessible – It is minutes to the CBD and Orchard. 5. Rare Development – This is a rare mixed use development located in a sought after address.
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