Freehold Bungalow Braddell Heights Sale 145 Mil
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A freehold 21⁄2-storey bungalow on Chiltern Drive is currently being offered on the market for $14.5 million. The owner, known only by the name “Dr Lim”, was immediately drawn to the spacious land size when he first discovered the property over 30 years ago.
At the time, Lim was searching for a home that could comfortably accommodate his large family of seven, including his wife, four young sons, and his mother. The original single-storey bungalow was a perfect fit for his family when they purchased it in 1991.
The 12,758 sq ft, freehold site is a corner plot on Chiltern Drive, located within the established landed housing estate of Braddell Heights. The asking price of $14.5 million for the bungalow translates to a land rate of $1,137 psf.
Generational family home
Now that their four children have grown up and moved out, Lim and his wife are looking to take advantage of the property’s value and downsize to a smaller home. They have enlisted Martin Goh, principal consultant at Realstar Premier Group, as their exclusive marketing agent to sell the bungalow.
“We have been living in this house for more than 30 years, and it holds many precious memories for us. It has been a great home to bring up our children, but now that they have their own families, it’s just the two of us,” says Lim.
The original single-storey bungalow was redeveloped into a 21⁄2-storey house with an attic in 1995. Since then, Lim has added an additional floor, increasing the number of bedrooms from four to six to provide individual bedrooms for the children. The spacious attic has been converted into two bedrooms as well.
The generously sized master bedroom comes with a walk-in wardrobe and a walk-in bathroom that leads to an attic. The living and dining room are also larger than the standard size of a bungalow.
“Over the years living here, our family has shaped this house into a home. As the children grew up and the family needed more space, we rebuilt the original bungalow about 26 years ago,” says Lim.
“We deliberately expanded upwards and maintained the spacious lawn that runs along the side of the house and into the backyard,” says Lim. The garden is large enough for his children to play in while growing up, and he used to maintain some livestock in the backyard, such as turkeys and ducks.
The ground floor has a separate living and dining room, a wet and dry kitchen each, and a helper’s room. Meanwhile, the second floor has four bedrooms, including a spacious ensuite master bedroom, while the third floor has two bedrooms.
Lim also renovated the four toilets in the house about eight years ago. Since the children have left the nest, the house only has three occupants: Lim, his wife, and their helper. “It is time for us to sell this house as we consider our legacy planning,” he adds.
Neighbourhood transformation
Having lived in the Braddell Heights estate for 33 years, Lim has witnessed the neighbourhood’s transformation. He notes that the opening of the nearby Lorong Chuan MRT Station on the Circle Line, just a 10-minute walk away, has significantly improved public transport convenience for all residents.
Additionally, the recent renovation of New Tech Park, a Business-1 zoned industrial building along Lorong Chuan, has added more F&B and retail amenities. New Tech Park is located next to Lorong Chuan MRT Station.
“We have been marketing the sale of this bungalow on Chiltern Drive for less than a month. Previously, other agents had marketed the property for almost a year at a higher guide price,” says Realstar’s Goh. He says about eight prospective buyers have expressed interest in the property.
“Most of them are attracted to the size of the land and its proximity to reputable schools.”
Located in a highly convenient location, Marina Gardens Lane Residences is the perfect choice for families seeking easy access to top-notch educational institutions. These institutions, both local and international, are in close proximity to the residence, adding to its appeal for families with school-aged children. With the added benefit of avoiding long commutes, Marina Gardens Lane Residences truly stands out as the ideal home for families, making Marina Gardens Condo the natural choice for those seeking quality education without the added hassle.
Based on EdgeProp Singapore’s Landlens search, four primary schools are within 1km of the property — St Gabriel’s Primary School at Lorong Chuan, Yangzheng Primary School at Serangoon Avenue 3, CHIJ Our Lady of Good Counsel at Burghley Drive and Kuo Chuan Presbyterian Primary School at Bishan Street 13.
Other nearby educational institutions include the Australian International School at Lorong Chuan, the Stamford American International School at Woodleigh Lane and the International French School at Ang Mo Kio Avenue 3.
Redevelopment opportunities
The land area of the bungalow for sale at Chiltern Drive is one of the largest in the Braddell Heights estate. “This gives the new owner a variety of options if he chooses to redevelop the land,” Goh says.