Nothing beats a little ray of Sunshine Plaza a day!: Attractions, restaurants, and residentials

Table of contents:

  • Sunshine Plaza – An overview
  • Attractions at Sunshine Plaza
  • Dining delights
  • Sunshine Plaza Residences – Condo life meets nearby printing services
  • Conclusion

Sunshine Plaza is situated at the junction of Middle Road, Bencoolen Street, and Prinsep Street in Singapore (District 7). This mixed-use development offers visitors and residents various attractions, dining options, and residential opportunities.

Sunshine Plaza caters to a diverse range of interests, including exploration, dining, and housing, and we’ll look at them below.


Sunshine Plaza – An overview

Sunshine Plaza is a commercial property completed in 2001, consisting of 12 floors and 160 units. It is primarily used for office rental and sale near Bugis Village and Fort Canning Park.

The residential units in Sunshine Plaza include two-bedroom, three-bedroom, penthouse, and studio units. Sunshine Plaza offers a covered car park, 24-hour security, games room, swimming pool, wading pool, gym, function room, BBQ pits, and playground.

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Sunshine Plaza is near various MRT stations, including Bugis (EW12), Bras Basah (CC2), Bencoolen (DT21), and Dhoby Ghaut (NE6/NS4/CC1). It is also surrounded by notable educational institutions such as the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA), School of the Arts (SOTA), and Singapore Management University (SMU). Additionally, Raffles Hospital is located a short distance away.

Other attractions of the plaza, like restaurants, are as follows (we also talk a little about the residential units):


Attractions at Sunshine Plaza

sunshine plaza
Image credit: Bank Phrom on Unsplash.

Printing services

Sunshine Plaza is known for offering a wide range of printing services, making it a hub for printing needs. The plaza’s shops provide large-format printing, customised gifts, and other printing services with a focus on customer satisfaction.

Nearby shopping

Several popular shopping destinations are within walking distance:

  • Bugis Junction: A major retail hub offering a wide range of shops and eateries.
  • Bugis Village: Known for its street market vibe and affordable fashion.
  • Bugis+: A modern shopping complex with a variety of retail and dining options.

Cultural and recreational facilities

Proximity to cultural landmarks like the National Museum of Singapore and Fort Canning Park adds to the appeal of Sunshine Plaza, making it a cultural hotspot.


Dining delights

Sunshine Plaza and its vicinity boast a diverse array of dining options to suit every palate and budget. Here are some highlights:

UOUO

uouo sunshine plaza
Image credit: UOUO Instagram.

A Japanese restaurant offering a range of dishes from donburi to sashimi, with lunch sets starting at just S$6.80. Known for its Cheese Curry Rice (Salmon), UOUO is a favourite among office-goers.

Ichi Tei

ichi tei sunshine plaza
Image credit: Ichi Tei Facebook.

This low-key eatery serves affordable Japanese food, including Chicken Teriyaki Rice Set and various curry and udon dishes. Prices are generally below S$14.

Parklane Zha Yun Tun Mee House

parklane zha yun tun mee house sunshine plaza
Image credit: Parklane Zha Yun Tun Mee House Facebook.

Famous for its signature wanton mee, this eatery is one of the busiest spots in Sunshine Plaza, known for its delicious and affordable dishes.


Sunshine Plaza Residences – Condo life meets nearby printing services

The units at Sunshine Plaza Condo are priced between S$1.12 million and S$2.2 million (S$1,469-S$1,900 psf) for purchase and S$4,300 and S$6,800 for rent per month.

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There are 2 blocks and 9 floors for each, totalling 160 units cumulatively. Below we look at some numbers to give a different perspective on the population density and demand of the units.

sunshine plaza transactions

In the above chart, we can see that the transacted volume peaked in 2018 and moderated itself until today. The price, as well, only saw a 24.75% increase in the past decade.

d7 transactions sunshine plaza

Meanwhile, we see a different trend in the overall numbers in District 7, specifically the volatility of the price since 2014. Between 2019 and 2020, we see a massive drop in prices but a large jump in volumes — perhaps an aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic.

d7 vs sunshine plaza transactions

Above, we see the gaping difference between transactions happening between Sunshine Plaza as a development and D7 as a whole.

To sum up, Sunshine Plaza commercial and residential units gained high demand between 2019 and 2021 but moderated until today.


Conclusion

sunshine plaza
Image credit: Google Maps.

Sunshine Plaza is a distinctive and significant part of Singapore’s urban landscape. It offers various attractions, dining options, and residential amenities suitable for a wide range of interests.

Whether one is exploring, dining, or considering a new home, Sunshine Plaza offers a range of experiences. A visit to Sunshine Plaza provides an opportunity to explore all that it has to offer.

Available units in Sunshine Plaza






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