River Modern​

Prime Location and Connectivity of River Modern

MRT Integration: Direct Access to Thomson-East Coast Line

River Modern connects directly via sheltered underground link to Great World MRT Station Exit 1 on the Thomson-East Coast Line. This distinction matters profoundly. Most projects claiming “near MRT” require crossing roads, navigating weather, and dealing with street-level traffic. River Modern’s physical integration means lobby to platform in 3 minutes flat—no umbrellas, no road crossings, no planning around rain.​

To Orchard Road (2 stops, 5 minutes):
Singapore’s premier retail and lifestyle belt sits 5 minutes door-to-door on the TEL. Weekend shopping at ION Orchard, business lunches at Takashimaya, evening cocktails at Manhattan Bar—all accessible without the parking nightmares and traffic headaches that traditionally define Orchard visits. For families, this means children’s enrichment classes at Orchard’s numerous tuition centers without the stress of driving and parking logistics.​

To CBD/Shenton Way (8 minutes via Marina Bay interchange):
CBD professionals living at River Modern leave home at 7:45am and arrive at Raffles Place desks by 8:00am—with margin for morning coffee at Great World City’s Starbucks Reserve. The route: Great World to Orchard (2 min), Orchard to Marina Bay (3 min via TEL), Marina Bay to Raffles Place (2 min on NS Line). Total: 7-8 minutes platform to platform, 12-13 minutes door to desk. That’s 20-30 minutes saved daily versus most other District 9 locations requiring multiple interchanges or longer routes.​

To Marina Bay (7 minutes direct):
Gardens by the Bay, Marina Bay Sands, Bayfront dining and entertainment—all 7 minutes away with zero interchanges on the TEL. Weekend family outings to Gardens by the Bay become spontaneous 15-minute trips rather than requiring car logistics and ERP charges.​

To Changi Airport (35-40 minutes):
Great World to Orchard (2 min), Orchard to Paya Lebar (12 min), Paya Lebar to Expo (8 min), Expo to Changi Airport (10 min). International travel simplified—no expensive cab rides, no ERP charges, no parking fees accumulating during trips.​

Walkable Lifestyle Within 1km

Beyond MRT, River Modern’s real luxury is its 5-minute walking radius:​

Great World City (300 meters / 3 min walk):
Not adjacent—literally integrated. 200+ F&B and retail options including Meidi-Ya gourmet groceries, CS Fresh for Korean ingredients, Cold Storage, banks, Guardian pharmacy, medical clinics, IKEA planning studio, and dining from hawker-style Tong Ah Eating House to upscale Din Tai Fung and Paradise Dynasty. This eliminates the typical condo isolation where every errand requires driving.​

Robertson Quay (500 meters / 5 min walk):
Singapore’s riverside dining and nightlife precinct—Brewerkz craft beers, The Pump Room steakhouse, Countryside Café brunch spot, plus 30+ bars and restaurants along the Singapore River. Friday evening drinks become casual 5-minute strolls rather than requiring designated drivers.​

Kim Seng Park (200 meters / 2 min walk):
Your extended backyard. Morning jogs, weekend family picnics, children’s playground, open lawns for casual sports—all without needing to drive anywhere. The park connects to the 10km Singapore River Park Connector for cycling routes extending to Marina Bay.​

River Valley Food Centre (400 meters / 4 min walk):
Authentic hawker dining for weeknight dinners when you don’t feel like cooking and don’t want restaurant pricing. This walkable hawker access preserves the genuine Singapore living experience often lost in pure expat-centric developments.​

Road Connectivity & Vehicular Access

For the 70% of residents who maintain cars despite compelling MRT access:​

Central Expressway (CTE) Access (3 minutes via Havelock Road):
North-South connectivity linking River Modern to Novena, Bishan, Ang Mo Kio, and Woodlands northbound, or Shenton Way and Marina Bay southbound. Morning CBD commutes take 10-12 minutes via CTE to Shenton Way exit.​

Pan Island Expressway (PIE) Access (5 minutes via River Valley Road):
East-West arterial connecting Tuas Port/Jurong westbound or Changi Airport eastbound. Airport runs take 25-30 minutes off-peak via PIE to TPE to ECP route.​

Key Destinations by Car:

• Orchard Road: 5 minutes via Zion Road/Cairnhill Road

• Raffles Place/CBD: 10-12 minutes via Hill Street

• Sentosa: 18 minutes via AYE

• Marina Bay Sands: 12 minutes via Shenton Way

• Changi Airport: 25-30 minutes off-peak via PIE/ECP

River Modern provides approximately 320 carpark lots (~70% provision) for residents maintaining vehicles. This dual-mode flexibility—leveraging MRT for daily commutes while retaining cars for weekend family outings, grocery runs, and school pickups—accommodates realistic Singaporean lifestyles rather than forcing pure public transport dependence.​

Nearby Amenities

Within 1km: River Valley Primary School

For families, River Modern’s location 800 meters from River Valley Primary School represents the strategic advantage in Primary 1 balloting that young parents actively seek. Singapore’s Primary School Registration Exercise prioritizes Home-School Distance, with the 1km radius securing Phase 2B placement—ahead of 1-2km applicants and significantly ahead of those beyond 2km.​

River Valley Primary School’s consistent academic performance, strong co-curricular activity programs, and sought-after reputation among District 9 families make this 1km advantage a cornerstone of River Modern’s family appeal. The school’s proximity also simplifies daily logistics once enrolled—walking distance for older children, short school bus routes for younger ones, easy parent pickup without the cross-island morning traffic that defines many Singapore families’ school run experiences.​

Education Cluster

Primary Schools (1-2km radius):

• Alexandra Primary School: 1.2km – Established primary with diverse student body

• Zhangde Primary School: 1.5km – Strong academic reputation

• St. Margaret’s Primary School: 1.6km – All-girls mission school with heritage dating to 1842

• Anglo-Chinese School (Junior): 1.8km – Premier boys’ school feeding into ACS(Barker)

Secondary Schools:

• River Valley High School: 2.1km – SAP school with strong academic track record​

• Anglo-Chinese School (Barker Road): 2.5km – Independent school with IB program

• Hwa Chong Institution: 3.2km – Elite institution with IP through to JC

International Schools (2-3km):

• Chatsworth International School (Orchard): 2.3km – IB curriculum, preschool through Year 13

• ISS International School (Paterson): 2.8km – American/IB programs

This education cluster ensures families have multiple balloting options while the River Valley Primary 1km advantage provides strategic placement certainty.​

Shopping & Dining

Immediate Integration:
Great World City (300m / 3 min walk):
200+ retail and F&B options creating self-sufficient lifestyle:​

• Groceries: Meidi-Ya (Japanese premium), CS Fresh (Korean), Cold Storage

• F&B: Din Tai Fung, Paradise Dynasty, Crystal Jade, Tong Ah Eating House, Starbucks Reserve, 40+ restaurants

• Lifestyle: Guardian, Popular bookstore, banks, telcos, IKEA planning studio

• Services: Medical clinics, dental care, optical, hair salons

Robertson Quay (500m / 5 min walk):
Riverside dining and nightlife precinct with 30+ establishments—Brewerkz, The Pump Room, Countryside Café, wine bars, craft beer specialists.​

Extended Shopping:

• Orchard Road (1.5km / 2 MRT stops): ION Orchard, Takashimaya, Paragon, 313@Somerset, Mandarin Gallery—Singapore’s premier retail corridor​

• Valley Point (800m): Neighborhood mall with FairPrice supermarket, food court, daily services

Parks & Recreation

• Kim Seng Park (200m / 2 min walk):
  Riverside park with children’s playground, fitness stations, open lawns, and direct access to Singapore River promenade. Your extended green space without needing to drive anywhere.​
• Singapore River Park Connector (adjacent):
  10km continuous cycling and jogging path connecting River Modern to Marina Bay via scenic riverside route. Weekend family cycling expeditions to Gardens by the Bay become realistic without loading bikes into cars.​
• Fort Canning Park (1.2km / 12 min walk):
  Historic hill park with heritage trails, Battle Box museum, Spice Garden, and elevated views across the city. Popular for wedding photoshoots and cultural events.​

Healthcare

Primary Care:
Multiple GP clinics, dental practices, and specialist clinics within Great World City provide immediate medical access.​

Hospitals & Specialist Care:

• Singapore General Hospital: 4.5km – Major tertiary hospital with 24-hour A&E, comprehensive specialist services

• Mount Elizabeth Hospital: 2.8km – Private hospital with specialist clinics

• Gleneagles Hospital: 3.5km – Private hospital with strong cardiology and oncology departments

24-hour medical services at Singapore General Hospital’s A&E department provide emergency care confidence, with ambulance access via Kim Seng Road.