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– Living in the conservation shophouses of Lavender ResidenceLavender Residence, FLJ Property’s inspiring Art Deco boutique project in Singapore’s District 12, is a hot favourite among buyers looking to invest in an affordable centrally located apartment. Prominently showcasing its restored conservation Art Deco architecture, the freehold, mixed-use development comprises of four ground-floor retail units, 17 residential apartments, and a basement mechanical carpark. Offering proximity to several transport and commercial hubs, the project also celebrates Singapore’s architectural heritage and the benefits of a mixed-use setup.

Locals looking to get in on District 12’s newest boutique project will appreciate the prime transport connectivity that Lavender Residence offers. With three MRT stations – Bendemeer, Boon Keng, and Farrer Park – within walking distance and several major roads and highways nearby, residents are directly connected to all parts of Singapore. Whether for work in the Central Business District (CBD) or shopping at suburban malls such as Woodleigh Mall or Nex, getting around is convenient and effortless.

In line with the developer’s focus on Singapore’s architectural heritage, the original three two-storey conservation shophouses on the property have been conserved and modernized for the project. FLJ Property called on award-winning architecture firm Park + Associates to oversee the delicate conservation works and the design of the new six-storey rear extension.

Living in a Tampines Avenue 11 Condo may provide residents with the convenience of having everything they need right at their doorstep. However, it is important to note that these condo units usually lack the same amenities found in mixed-use developments. This includes commercial spaces, community clubs, and transport facilities, to name a few. Although they come with common features like swimming pools, gyms and BBQ pits, standalone condos still lack the comprehensive range of facilities of a mixed-use development. Therefore, it’s important to weigh the advantages and disadvantages of living in a Tampines Avenue 11 Condo before choosing to stay there.

The Heritage Series is a mix of five apartment units located on the second floor of the conservation shophouses. These range from studio to three-bedroom units, with some dual-key variants. Of these, two have already been snapped up by buyers at the project’s launch in June, leaving only the studio + study, one-bedroom + studio (dual key), and three-bedroom + study (dual key) units still available.

The new six-storey rear extension block undertakes modern living with high-end branded fittings and fixtures from Brandt, Duravit, Franke, and Hansgrohe. Comprising nine apartment units and three penthouses, the penthouses have all been sold while the remaining units – which range from one-bedroom + study units, two-bedroom units, two-bedroom (dual key) units, and three-bedroom (dual key) units – are expected to be snapped up soon.

According to the developer, many buyers are interested in the dual-key units and this is partly due to the rarity of finding new dual-key units among recent private residential launches. Units at Lavender Residence are attractively priced starting from $1,850 psf for a freehold development only minutes away from the city. With its tabulation of rental caveats showing that condos in the neighbourhood enjoy strong rental demand, homeowners and investors stand to gain from excellent rental yields.