Best expat neighbourhoods in Singapore
Orchard & The City
East Coast
The park is a short stroll from your abode, making it a family friendly choice. An easy hop to the airport is an added convenience of East Coast Living. This is the land of semi-detached homes and older condominiums which can be had at one third the rental of city homes.
West Coast
A good choice for the suburban feel. Detached homes rule the West Coast with easy highway access. A car is a necessity for this residential area of choice.
The Heartlands
Otherwise known as HDB Land. The majority of Singaporeans live in this area, in government subsidised housing developments. It is rare to find other expats living here.
Woodlands
Families with kids at the Singapore American School congregate in this area. It also happens to be the top spot for a fabulous Halloween evening of trick-or-treating.
Sentosa
Own a yacht? Need a private dock just behind your home? Sentosa has fast become posh, resort-style living. The swish and stunning homes and five-star resorts give you something to talk about as you sip cocktails on the balcony overlooking the South China Sea. There are a few residential condominium blocks for those without a ridiculously large budget.
Bukit Timah
Garden-life awaits in this area. More green space than most other places in Singapore, but still the convenience of being just a short jaunt from centre city. The Botanical Gardens are surrounded by compounds which feature large homes, lawns, pools, patios and of course a house full of staff. On a smaller scale, there are some older condo units for the more affordable budgets.
Holland Village
Another popular area for families. The area features three of its own restaurant lined streets: Rochester Park, Jalan Merah Saga and the centre of the village. Semi-detached homes and flats make this area predominately residential.
