Meralodge

Meralodge at 83 Hillview Avenue is a freehold condominium located in District 23, situated in the heart of the tranquil Hillview residential area. It is an OCR (Outside Central Region) development. Located right next door to The Petals, Meralodge is known for its distinctive red-brick facade and classic 90s architecture. It offers an even more intimate, low-density living experience, appealing to those who want a “hidden gem” feel in one of the greenest parts of Singapore.

Key project facts

• Type & tenure: Private residential condominium on a coveted freehold tenure.

• Completion & scale: Completed around 1998 with only 141 residential units. It is a boutique-to-medium-sized development, ensuring a high level of privacy and a quiet community atmosphere.

• Developer: Developed by Metrobilt (a subsidiary of MCL Land), a well-established developer with a strong track record for quality residential projects.

Location and connectivity

• Address & setting: Located at 81–83 Hillview Avenue. It sits on slightly elevated ground, giving it a sense of detachment from the road. The development is surrounded by other low-rise condos and landed housing, preserving a low-density “village” vibe.

• MRT access: Very convenient. It is a roughly 8- to 10-minute walk to Hillview MRT (Downtown Line), which connects you directly to the CBD and the Bukit Timah school belt.

• Road links: Immediate access to Upper Bukit Timah Road and Hillview Avenue, providing a quick 5-minute drive to the Bukit Timah Expressway (BKE) and the Pan Island Expressway (PIE).

Layouts and design

• Unit mix: Offers 2-bedroom to 4-bedroom units, including spacious penthouses.

• Design approach: Characterized by its timeless red-brick and white-trim exterior. Because it was built in the late 90s, the internal units are massive by today’s standards. A 3-bedroom unit here typically ranges from 1,200 to 1,400 sq ft, featuring squarish, easy-to-furnish rooms and high ceilings.

• Positioning: Targets owner-occupier families and “space-first” buyers who prefer the warmth of a mature, brick-clad development over the “cold” glass-and-steel aesthetic of modern luxury launches.

Facilities and lifestyle

• Facilities: Despite its small unit count, it provides full facilities including a swimming pool, wading pool, gym, tennis court, BBQ pits, and a clubhouse. The smaller number of residents means these facilities are rarely crowded.

• Living environment: Serene and rustic. The development is heavily landscaped with mature trees and shrubs, blending seamlessly with the nearby greenery of Bukit Batok Town Park (Little Guilin) and the Dairy Farm Nature Park.

• Nearby amenities: Exceptional convenience. It is literally a 2-minute walk to HillV2, where you can find a Market Place supermarket, Starbucks, and high-end bistros. For more local fare and groceries, the Rail Mall and Bukit Panjang Plaza are just a short distance away.

Market and buyer appeal

• Resale positioning: Meralodge is often viewed as a “value-for-space” freehold entry in Hillview. Because it is a smaller project, units don’t come on the market as frequently as those in The Petals or Hillview Heights, creating a sense of scarcity that helps maintain its resale value.

• Rental demand: Attracts a loyal niche of expatriates and local professionals who prioritize a quiet home office environment and easy access to nature trails.

• Key appeal: Privacy and Permanence. For buyers who want to avoid the “mass-market” feel of mega-condos, Meralodge offers a quiet, freehold retreat that is just steps away from a modern lifestyle mall and an MRT station.