Blossoms by the Park Amenities: Schools, Shopping, Transport at a Glance
Blossoms by the Park sits at 9 Slim Barracks Rise in District 05, right in the heart of one-north, and its biggest draw is how tightly packed its amenities are: strong school options within a short radius, daily shopping and F&B within a few minutes’ walk, and a genuine 3–4 minute walk to Buona Vista MRT Interchange for both the Circle and East–West lines.[1][2][3] For buyers and investors, this combination of education, convenience retail and excellent transport links is what underpins both liveability and long-term property investment value in this Singapore condo.
This article focuses specifically on Blossoms by the Park Amenities: Schools, Shopping, Transport, and should be read together with the main project overview in Blossoms by the Park Complete Guide: D05 Slim Barracks Rise | Homejourney Blossoms by the Park Complete Guide: D05 Slim Barracks Rise | Homejourney and the detailed layout review in Blossoms by the Park Floor Plans & Facilities Guide | Homejourney Blossoms by the Park Floor Plans & Facilities Guide | Homejourney .
Project & Location Context: Why Amenities Matter Here
Blossoms by the Park is a 27‑storey mixed-use development with 275 residential units and commercial units at basement, Level 1 and Level 2, developed by EL Development (Buona Vista) Pte Ltd.[3][8] It is a 99‑year leasehold project located along Slim Barracks Rise in District 05 (one-north / Buona Vista, between the broader Pasir Panjang and Clementi planning areas).[3][4] The site is effectively sandwiched between one-north Park and the NTU@one-north / Biopolis cluster, putting residents in the middle of a major employment node.[1][3]
As someone who has worked and spent a lot of time in one-north, I can confirm that this is one of the few spots in Singapore where you truly can live, work, eat and commute within a compact, walkable radius. The trade-off is weekday peak-hour busyness, but for many buyers this is an acceptable compromise given the convenience and rental demand.
For a full breakdown of unit mix, floor plans and on-site condo facilities (pools, gym, function rooms), refer to the dedicated guide: Blossoms by the Park Floor Plans & Facilities Guide | Homejourney Blossoms by the Park Floor Plans & Facilities Guide | Homejourney .
Transport Connectivity: MRT, Buses and Driving from Slim Barracks Rise
MRT Access: Genuine 3–4 Minute Walk to Interchange
From Blossoms by the Park, Buona Vista MRT Interchange (EW21/CC22) is about a 3–4 minute walk via the side gate and the one-north Park connection, depending on which stack you come from and your walking speed.[1][2][3] The development has a side gate leading towards Buona Vista and another gate into one-north Park, making the walk shaded and comfortable even in the afternoon heat.[1] In practice, most residents will cut through the park, then head straight into the station via the underpass under North Buona Vista Road.
Buona Vista serves both the East–West Line (to CBD, Raffles Place, Tanjong Pagar and Changi) and the Circle Line (to Holland Village, HarbourFront, Marina Bay and Paya Lebar), giving residents true two-line connectivity.[2][3] Based on LTA journey planners, typical travel times from Buona Vista MRT are roughly:
- Buona Vista → Raffles Place: about 20–25 minutes via East–West Line
- Buona Vista → Marina Bay: about 25–30 minutes via Circle Line
- Buona Vista → HarbourFront: about 15–20 minutes via Circle Line
- Buona Vista → Holland Village: about 2–3 minutes via Circle Line
There is also one-north MRT station (Circle Line) roughly 6–8 minutes’ walk away through the business park for residents working in the Fusionopolis / Biopolis / Mediapolis clusters.[3][7] In daily life, you will likely choose based on your destination: Buona Vista for interchange connectivity, one-north for office access.
Bus Services & Last-Mile Options
Several bus stops around North Buona Vista Road and Commonwealth Avenue West provide feeder access towards Holland Road, Clementi, Queenstown and the CBD. Common routes from these stops include services towards Orchard, Shenton Way and Jurong East (exact routes may change; always verify via LTA’s MyTransport app).
For last‑mile trips, residents frequently use ride-hailing from the Slim Barracks Rise entrance. Because Slim Barracks Rise is a relatively quiet internal road, pickups are smoother than waiting along the main North Buona Vista Road. That also reduces roadside safety risk for families with young children.
Driving Connectivity & Expressways
For drivers, the main appeal is quick access to the AYE (Ayer Rajah Expressway), reached via North Buona Vista Road and Commonwealth Avenue West.[1][2][3] From there, typical off-peak drives are approximately:
- To CBD / Raffles Place: around 10–18 minutes via AYE
- To Orchard Road: roughly 10–20 minutes via Holland Road or Tanglin
- To Jurong East: about 12–18 minutes via AYE
- To Changi Airport: about 24–35 minutes via AYE–PIE or AYE–ECP[1]
Insider tip: during weekday morning peaks, using Ghim Moh Link and Commonwealth Avenue West to join the AYE can sometimes be faster than cutting out via North Buona Vista Road alone, depending on traffic light timings. Always factor in that one-north is a business park; traffic spikes around 8.30–9.30am and 5.30–7pm.
For a broader comparison of how Blossoms by the Park stacks up against other D05 condos on accessibility and investment value, refer to Blossoms by the Park Price Trends & Market Analysis | Homejourney Blossoms by the Park Price Trends & Market Analysis | Homejourney and our D05 project listings directory Projects Directory .
Schools near Blossoms by the Park: From Primary to Tertiary & International
One of the key reasons buyers look at Blossoms by the Park is its proximity to major education institutions in the Dover, Clementi and Pasir Panjang belt. The immediate surroundings are more tertiary-focused, but there are also primary and secondary schools within a short drive, which matters for families planning ahead.
Primary & Secondary Schools (Within Approx. 2–3 km)
Based on MOE school information and URA maps (distances approximate from 9 Slim Barracks Rise):
- Fairfield Methodist School (Primary) – around 1 km, roughly 10–12 minutes’ walk or a short bus ride via North Buona Vista Road.
- Fairfield Methodist School (Secondary) – similarly around 1 km, adjacent to the primary.
- New Town Primary School – about 2.3 km away, typically a 6–10 minute drive.
- Henry Park Primary School – about 3 km (within common West-Central family catchment), 8–12 minutes’ drive depending on traffic.
- Anglo-Chinese Junior College (ACJC) – within about 2 km, often highlighted as a key plus for the development.[1]
Do note that MOE’s primary school home-school distance categories and priority admission schemes are strictly administered; always verify your exact distance and eligibility for any specific school using MOE’s official tools before making purchase decisions.
Post-Secondary, Tertiary & International Schools
Where Blossoms by the Park really shines is its access to higher education and international institutions, which is a major driver of rental demand from students, researchers and academic staff:
- National University of Singapore (NUS) – main Kent Ridge campus about 2–3 km away, easily reached by bus or a short drive; one of the largest sources of rental demand in the area.[1][3]
- Singapore Polytechnic – at Dover, about 1–1.5 km away; two Circle Line stops or a short bus ride.[1]
- Anglo-Chinese Junior College
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