1,540 BTO flats will be launched in Woodlands as part of the May 2021 HDB BTO launch. The flats will be located along Woodlands Avenue 1, and will offer units across the 2-room Flexi, 3-room, 4-room, and 5-room flat types.
Residents of the May 2021 Woodlands BTO flats will be able to enjoy convenient access to a range of shopping malls, schools, and other key amenities in the area. For example, Woodlands MRT and Causeway Point will be a short walking distance from the BTO flats.
Notably, residents will be living close to Woodlands Regional Centre, slated to become a significant commercial hub in the north.
May 2021 Woodlands BTO map
Locality map of the May 2021 Woodlands BTO flats (Image credit: HDB)
Woodlands BTO location (May 2021 HDB BTO launch)
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Woodlands BTO location (May 2021) |
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Address |
Woodlands Avenue 1 |
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Nearest MRT |
Woodlands MRT Station (North-South Line, Thomson-East Coast Line), Marsiling MRT Station (North-South Line), Woodlands South MRT Station (Thomson-East Coast Line) |
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Nearest bus interchange |
Woodlands Bus Interchange |
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Nearby schools |
Si Ling Primary, Marsiling Primary, Fuchun Primary, Woodlands Primary, Woodgrove Primary, Innova Primary, Woodlands Ring Primary, Fuchun Secondary, Marsiling Secondary, Woodlands Secondary, Riverside Secondary, Woodgrove Secondary, Christ Church Secondary, Singapore Sports School, Yishun Innova Junior College, Republic Polytechnic, Singapore American School |
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Other nearby amenities |
The Woodgrove, Marsiling Mall, Woodlands Stadium, Woodlands Swimming Complex and Woodlands ActiveSG Sports Centre, Causeway Point, Woodlands Civic Centre, Woodlands Town Park East, Treehaus Park, Vista Point, 888 Plaza, Woodlands Polyclinic, Woodlands Health Campus (to open progressively from 2023), Health and medical care facility (proposed), Woodlands Regional Centre (to be developed over the next 15 years) |
Residents will be able to access key amenities like Woodlands MRT station and malls like Causeway Point by foot within 10 minutes.
Woodlands Regional Centre (comprising areas like Woodlands MRT station, Causeway Point, and Republic Polytechnic) will be developed over the next 15 years for activities like industry, research and development, and innovation. This means residents could potentially expect an uptick in their property price as these developments take shape.
Additionally, there are a number of educational institutions in the area. This may be great news for families looking to register their children in nearby schools. However, the potential noise pollution in the morning may be a downside, with Si Ling Primary just next to the BTO project.
Residents can also access nearby sports amenities and medical facilities through a short walk or bus ride.
Woodlands BTO price (May 2021 HDB BTO launch)
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Unit type |
Woodlands BTO price (May 2021) |
Previous Woodlands BTO price including grants (Aug 2020) |
Resale flat prices in the area |
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2-Room Flexi |
TBC |
From $10,000 |
Nil |
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3-Room |
TBC |
From $109,000 |
$290,000 – $320,000 |
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4-Room |
TBC |
From $216,000 |
$375,000 – $450,000 |
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5-Room |
TBC |
From $360,000 |
$473,000 – $530,000 |
Prices for the Woodlands BTO launch have yet to be released. However, the May 2021 Woodlands BTO units are likely to command similar prices to the Champions Bliss and UrbanVille @ Woodlands BTO developments launched in August 2020.
Resale comparables in the vicinity generally fare well, with a 3-room flat going for as high as $320,000, and a 5-room going for as high as $530,000.
Woodlands BTO amenities (May 2021 HDB BTO launch)
On the fringe of Woodlands Regional Centre
Over the next 15 years, Woodlands Regional Centre is set to host new spaces for business, industry, learning, and research and development.
Woodlands Regional Centre will comprise two distinct developments under these plans: Woodlands Central and Woodlands North Coast.
Woodlands Central is set to become a hub for retail, F&B, entertainment, residential, and office spaces. On the other hand, Woodlands North Coast will comprise homes, recreational attractions, and business spaces for both MNCs and SMEs. Both areas will be connected through cycling and walking paths, with one of them being the 1.9km WoodsVista Gallery.
If you’re thinking of getting a BTO in Woodlands soon, you won’t have to wait till Woodlands Central and the waterfront projects of Woodlands North Coast are fully developed.
Already in the vicinity of the May 2021 Woodlands BTO flats are a diverse palette of amenities that create a bustling destination for residents living in the north.
10 minutes from Woodlands MRT
The Woodlands BTO flats are about a 10-minute walk from Woodlands MRT station, which forms part of the North-South Line (NSL) and Thomson East Coast Line (TEL).
The first phase of the TEL was recently completed in early 2020, comprising Woodlands, Woodlands North, and Woodlands South station. New stations like Lentor, Bright Hill, Upper Thomson, and Caldecotts are set to open by the first quarter of 2021.
The entire TEL is slated to be completed by 2024, which will give residents direct train access to stations like Orchard, Shenton Way, Tanjong Katong, and Bedok South. Notably, residents will be able to get to Orchard within 35 minutes!
For more travel options, residents can also head to Woodlands Bus Interchange, located just next to Woodlands MRT station.
Near to shopping malls and many food options
Residents can also enjoy retail and F&B offerings at Causeway Point and Woodlands Civic Centre. Both developments are located in the vicinity of Woodlands MRT.
Further down along Woodlands Avenue 3, Marsiling Mall offers a myriad of stores and food options. This includes SAM Marsiling Hawker Centre which has over 70 food stalls.
Woodgrove Shopping Centre, which is just a 7-minute walk away from the BTO flats, also offers plenty of eateries and retail options.
Surrounded by primary and tertiary schools
There are a plethora of schools and institutions in the surrounding area. This includes Woodlands Primary, Riverside Secondary, Yishun Innova Junior College, Republic Polytechnic, and Singapore Sports School.
Not far from sports facilities and health amenities like Woodlands Health Campus
Several health facilities will also be within walking distance from the May 2021 Woodlands BTO flats. Woodlands Polyclinic will be about a 16-minute walk away, with plans for a new health and medical care facility to be built next to it.
The Woodlands BTO flats will also be a short bus ride from the upcoming Woodlands Health Campus, set to open in phases from 2023.
If you are a fitness enthusiast, there’s no lack of facilities to keep healthy and fit in Woodlands. Residents can take a 10-minute walk to Woodlands Active Sports Centre to access various sports amenities. This includes Woodlands Stadium, Woodlands Swimming Complex, and Woodlands ActiveSG Gym.
Conclusion: Is this Woodlands BTO worth balloting for?
Situated near the heart of Woodlands, the BTO flats will be located close to public transport, shopping, and recreational amenities. Furthermore, the plans that are in store for Woodlands Regional Centre will give residents even more to be excited about.
Pros and cons of the May 2021 Woodlands BTO
Pros
- Close to public transport amenities, with the completion of the TEL set to make Woodlands even more accessible
- Good access to shopping, recreation, and health amenities
- Plenty of schools and educational institutions in the vicinity
- Near an upcoming commercial hub
Cons
- Location is not very central
- Property appreciation could take a while given the 15-year development timeline for Woodlands Regional Centre
BTO launches in Woodlands are generally more affordable compared to other HDB estates. What’s more, residents of the BTO flats will have lots of key amenities at their disposal. With the TEL expected to be fully complete in 2024, families will enjoy even greater transport access to other parts of the island.
When COVID-19-related travel restrictions are lifted, residents can even hop on a bus and reach Woodlands Checkpoint within 30 minutes. With Johor Bahru just across the causeway, it would be a great way to spend the weekend exploring local cafes and themed shops.
Residents can also look forward to being part of the upcoming “innovation corridor” that will straddle business and economic clusters across Woodlands, Sembawang, Punggol, and Sengkang. This means living on the fringe of new vibrant commercial and business districts that will drive job creation.
The Woodlands BTO site will put you right on the edge of a rising economic hub, and a whole lot more.
Frequently asked questions on BTOs
How do I apply for May 2021 Woodlands BTO?
Check your eligibility and submit your flat application online via HDB InfoWEB at hdb.gov.sg during the 1-week application period. A non-refundable administrative fee of $10 is required.
When can I apply for Woodlands BTO?
HDB projects are launched once every three months (February, May, August, and November). You can apply for a BTO flat during the 1-week application period when a new launch is announced.
When will the May 2021 Woodlands BTO flats be completed?
In general, BTO projects take three to four years to complete. Some can be completed in as soon as 2.5 years. Due to the pandemic, it was announced that some recently launched projects may take up to five years to complete.
Find out more about estates in the May 2021 BTO launch here:
- May 2021 BTO launch overview
- Tengah
- Bukit Merah
- Geylang
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