bartley residences

[azeoprop]

If the scared bodhi tree die, all residents in the project will be cursed for 18 generations.

[fclim]

If the scared bodhi tree die, all residents in the project will be cursed for 18 generations.

Whahaha... But, seriously, below are the care requirements of the Bodhi Tree:

Plant your bodhi tree in the sunniest available spot in the garden with rich, free-draining soil. Avoid areas prone to over-saturation. Water young trees as soon as the surface of the soil around their trunks is dry. Do not water bodhi trees if their soil is already wet due to rain. Fertilize every three months, during the warmer months of the year, with granular, slow-release fertilizer.

They are quite hardy and easy to maintain. Some can live up to 3,000 years.

This bodhi tree will outlive the condo. whahaha..

[azeoprop]

"Within its premises, lies a Bodhi tree (Ficus religiosa) dating to the late 1880s, which is the oldest of its kind found in Singapore to date. The Bodhi tree shares a symbiotic relationship with the temple as its roots are deeply intertwined with the building's foundation."

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jin_Long_Si_Temple

Hopefully the construction company will be careful not to damage its roots.

[ysyap]

Its more than just the tree at stake if developer accidentally damage the roots.. think they'll take extra special precaution lah...

[fclim]

Apparently, there is a 70-year old Bodhi tree in the middle of SMU. It was preserved during the construction of SMU. So, maybe it can be done. But, SMU occcupies a much larger area whereas this development is tight.

Construction will be challenging. There are some stacks that will be constructed quite close to the tree. Piling foundation will be challenging. Any soil movement will cause undue stress to the roots. It can also easily topple under strong winds.

Heritage conservation groups may put pressure on the developers to ensure the tree is not damaged in any way. Maybe we worry too much. But, no intention to be vested here. More like kaypoh, kay kiang only. Hehe...

[hyenergix]

The land should not have been sold to a developer. The area should be created as a park with the Bodhi tree for all to enjoy. I pity this tree and others razed down by the developers when the government sold too much land to developers to keep them going and also generate revenue.

[insigina]

Apparently, there is a 70-year old Bodhi tree in the middle of SMU. It was preserved during the construction of SMU. So, maybe it can be done. But, SMU occcupies a much larger area whereas this development is tight.

Construction will be challenging. There are some stacks that will be constructed quite close to the tree. Piling foundation will be challenging. Any soil movement will cause undue stress to the roots. It can also easily topple under strong winds.

Heritage conservation groups may put pressure on the developers to ensure the tree is not damaged in any way. Maybe we worry too much. But, no intention to be vested here. More like kaypoh, kay kiang only. Hehe...

I remember reading in the ST that when SMU was being constructed, 20 - 30 matured trees were carefully transplanted to another location. When construction of SMU was completed, they brought these trees back and planted them back again. Maybe the same will be the case for this site?

[mcmlxxvi]

Its more than just the tree at stake if developer accidentally damage the roots.. think they'll take extra special precaution lah...

TOP delay one year due to challenges keke

[DC33_2008]

When are they launching these project? I had the brochure in my post box the other day but threw it away.

[hyenergix]

Mid feb. 20% discount.

[DC33_2008]

20% off $1300psf? $1kpsf can be quite attractive.

Mid feb. 20% discount.

[DC33_2008]

2 bedders at Stacks 8 and 41 are quite good.

[hyenergix]

20% off $1300psf? $1kpsf can be quite attractive.

Usu price is inflated to make buyers happy abt e discount. Net cld b still ard $1100psf. No other proj beside mrt to compete with this now, except ec. 2 side gates = less security. No amenities. Not keen.

[DC33_2008]

What kind of amenities are you looking for?

Usu price is inflated to make buyers happy abt e discount. Net cld b still ard $1100psf. No other proj beside mrt to compete with this now, except ec. 2 side gates = less security. No amenities. Not keen.

[yeo]

IMO, this is a highly 'safe' project to buy for capital appreciation in the long run. Amenities and a new town will be built at Bidadari eventually. My 2 cents.

[azeoprop]

Yah, I like stack 8. Its the only 2 bedder with proper kitchen and cross ventilation. The rest of the 2 bedders very narrow and dark design.

The only thing strange is the main door tilted at an angle.

[hyenergix]

What kind of amenities are you looking for?

Things that you find in a typical HDB estate (clinic, convenience stores, barber, stationery shops etc) and coffeeshops (food+drink).

[ysyap]

Walking pass How Sun to Upper Paya Lebar Road, there's a coffeeshop, plus convenience stall plus bicycle shop, plus some others... that is the nearest 'amenities' around.

[phantom_opera]

Price shod b same as the scala

[DC33_2008]

It should be a good investment here given its potential and has a relatively good school.

Yah, I like stack 8. Its the only 2 bedder with proper kitchen and cross ventilation. The rest of the 2 bedders very narrow and dark design.

The only thing strange is the main door tilted at an angle.

[ysyap]

It should be a good investment here given its potential and has a relatively good school.

There are more than 1 good school in that area. Within 1 km has Maris Stella, St Gabriel's, Paya Lebar MGPS. Outside 1km has Cedar Girls', Zhonghua Sec and Holy Innocent Primary all within 10 mins drive!

[DC33_2008]

There are more than 1 good school in that area. Within 1 km has Maris Stella, St Gabriel's, Paya Lebar MGPS. Outside 1km has Cedar Girls', Zhonghua Sec and Holy Innocent Primary all within 10 mins drive!

What will be the max $psf you will pay for a 2 bedder?

[toufu]

What will be the max $psf you will pay for a 2 bedder?

$1000. No malls... So max $1000 psf for making me take the mrt to NEX.

[DC33_2008]

Looking at the massive piece of land near bartley, mount vernon and bidadari area, there will be a range of entertainment amenities such as malls, etc. This is what I call great potential. I will grab if it is less than $1000 psf.

[chanel]

Bartley area maybe fully developed in say 10-15 years' time, meanwhile paying for $1,000psf is way too ex. Some swear by the MRT advantage which is nearer to the city than North-east areas but realistically how many need to travel to the city on daily basis. The downside is there are absolutely no amenities except some schools plus the surroundings are so quiet and eerie at night.
Pricing down to $800 may attract buyers not otherwise, developers cannot be too greedy when there is so limited upside. My 2 cents thought.

[Adva181]

Bartley area maybe fully developed in say 10-15 years' time, meanwhile paying for $1,000psf is way too ex. Some swear by the MRT advantage which is nearer to the city than North-east areas but realistically how many need to travel to the city on daily basis. The downside is there are absolutely no amenities except some schools plus the surroundings are so quiet and eerie at night.
Pricing down to $800 may attract buyers not otherwise, developers cannot be too greedy when there is so limited upside. My 2 cents thought.

Aiyo, HL bidded 620psf ppr how to sell at 800psf?
Should breakeven around 900+psf.

[phantom_opera]

Below 1000psf is a dream only

[ulrich76]

Aiyo, HL bidded 620psf ppr how to sell at 800psf?
Should breakeven around 900+psf.

620psf ppr at least sell at 1200psf for mid flr 2br

[pineapple]

Below 1000psf is a dream only

Ya.. Tot indicative psf is much higher...

[chanel]

Ya.. Tot indicative psf is much higher...

They target to sell from $1,100psf but the question is will ppl bite? If so, then the property market is heating up cos ppl are buying for the sake of following the tandem, to them price is not an issue "just buy worry later" mentality. Maybe HDB not building fast enough to cater for locals.