Altura is a new EC launch located in the heart of Bukit Batok West Ave 8 in District 23 of Singapore. As the only EC new launch of 2023, Altura broke new records and raised the bar for Executive Condominium (EC) buildings in Singapore with 61% of apartments sold at an average price of $1,433 per square foot during its launch day on 5 August 2023.
In this Altura EC Review, we will delve into the advantages and disadvantages of this new Bukit Batok EC and analyse whether its groundbreaking launch is justified.
Altura EC Review
| Altura EC – Our Verdict |
| ☐ Must buy!! ☑ It’s a worthy buy ☐ It’s alright ☐ You might want to consider other new launches first ☐ Don’t bother |
| Public Transport Connectivity – 3.5/5★ Driving Accessibility – 3.5/5★ Nearby Amenities – 4/5★ F&B – 4/5★ Proximity to Schools – 5/5★ Future Developments – 4.5/5★ Price point – 4/5★ Developer – 3/5★ Average score – 3.9/5★ |
| The Good 👍 | The Bad 👎 |
| ✅ The only EC launch of 2023 ✅ Nearest shopping mall and supermarket within 3-5 min walking distance ✅ In close proximity to the fast-developing Tengah neighbourhood ✅ Surrounded by F&B establishments including food courts ✅ Within 1km of prestigious schools including ACS (Primary) ✅ Near many nature and recreational spots | 🤔 Nearest MRT station is a 15-min walk away 🤔 Far from CDB and city area |
Overall, Altura positions itself to be an attractive choice for families with young children due to its proximity to top primary schools (namely ACS Junior) and other family-friendly amenities, such as the Bukit Batok Public Library, shopping malls, recreational spots and more.
This new EC launch also comes with an affordable price tag, which makes it ideal for families who are looking to get their foot in the door of Singapore’s thriving private property market.
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However, a cheaper price tag also comes with its own set of disadvantages, such as being situated further away from the MRT station and bus interchange (15mins).
Read on to find out how we scored Altura. You can also visit our previous post about the new EC launch to learn more about its unique selling points by clicking on the button below.
Public Transport Connectivity – 3.5/5★
In terms of public transport access, Altura falls short due to its relatively-long 15-min walk from the nearest MRT station, which is Bukit Batok MRT station on the North-South Line. Due to the tropical climate in Singapore, a walking distance to the nearest MRT under 5 minutes is ideal.
However, in that 15-mins walk, Altura residents will be able to reach the Bukit Batok bus interchange as well, where they are able to use the many bus services available to get around the key locations in Singapore.
Driving Accessibility – 3.5/5★
Despite being situated in the western region that is slightly further from the core central areas of Singapore, Altura boasts incredible driving accessibility. It is located right next to Bukit Batok Road, which connects residents to 3 major expressways in Singapore, namely the Pan-Island Expressway (PIE), Ayer Rajah Expressway (AYE) and Bukit Timah Expressway (BKE). Driving to key locations such as Orchard Road, the Central Business District (CBD) and more via the AYE or PIE will take no more than 20 minutes.
Nearby Amenities – 4/5★
In no more than a short 3 to 5-minute stroll, residents of Altura will be able to delight in a range of amenities, including shopping malls and supermarkets.
Le Quest Mall is the nearest shopping mall to Altura, which houses your everyday conveniences, such as beauty salons, a dentist, a clinic, a supermarket, a tuition centre, popular F&B outlets and more. Notable brands in this mall include Guardian, Koufu, McDonald’s, FairPrice Finest, Tian Ma and many more.
Aside from the spanning FairPrice Finest supermarket at Le Quest Mall, Altura residents can also opt to do their grocery runs at Sheng Siong Supermarket, which is just 3 minutes away by foot.
With such conveniences all within a 5-minute reach, Altura shines in terms of having a wide range of nearby amenities.
F&B – 4/5★
On top of the F&B outlets at Le Quest Mall that is just 5 minutes away from Altura, residents can also have their meals at the nearby Superluck Food Court. As such, residents will be at an advantage of having such easy access to food options of different cuisines at different price ranges, from fast food and cafes, to hawker delights and casual dining restaurants.
Proximity to Schools – 5/5★
Altura is within 1km to four primary schools, including ACS (Primary) which is a prestigious primary school known for its academic excellence and impressive alumni of leaders of the country. While currently located in Barker Road, ACS (Primary) school is set to move to Tengah by 2030, which is just 3 years after the completion of the EC.
| Distance from Altura EC | Schools |
| Primary Schools Within 1km | ACS (Primary) Dazhong Primary School Lianhua Primary School St. Anthony’s Primary School |
| Primary Schools Within 1-2km | Bukit View Primary School Jurong Primary School Keming Primary School Princess Elizabeth Primary School Yuhua Primary School |
| Secondary Schools | Hillgrove Secondary School Swiss Cottage Secondary School Dunearn Secondary School Bukit Batok Secondary Shool |
Living within 1km of the school will grant children priority enrolment in the school, making Altura remains the ideal choice for families with school-going children who want to get into these prestigious schools.
Future Developments – 4.5/5★
Altura is located just off the developing Tengah neighbourhood, which is slated to be one of the most exciting developments announced recently. Envisioned as a “Forest Town”, Tengah will be green, sustainable and smart, and have Singapore’s first car-free town centre.
Price point – 4/5★
Altura is cheaper than other new condo launches due to its status as an executive condominium. As an EC, buyers may also be eligible to receive a housing subsidy of up to $30,000 when you buy an Executive Condominium (EC) unit under the CPF Housing Grant Scheme.
Additionally, for its proximity to amenities and food options, Altura is definitely worth considering for its affordable price tag. This Bukit Batok EC is also expected to have high investment potential when buyers have met its minimum occupancy period and can sell it after 5 years.
Developer – 3/5★
Altura EC is jointly developed by Qingjian Realty and Santarli Construction. Qingjian Realty is a trusted real estate developer known for their well-designed homes that complement the lifestyles of modern homeowners. They are best known for Tenet, another successful EC launch on Tampines Street 62, as well as other sold-out properties in Singapore, including Forett At Bukit Timah, Jadescape, Le Quest, Ecopolitan, River Isles, Waterbay and more.
Santarli Construction is a construction company that undertakes large scale projects in civil engineering, commercial, industrial, residential sectors and more. Popular residential projects that they have worked on include Tampines North EC, Sant Ritz Condominium, Adore Green and more. They have also worked on several HDB flats projects in recent years.
Conclusion: Altura EC Review
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