Suits the creative type who wants something different from the mundane housing types or the independent and young Caucasian expatriates setting up home offices. They are usually around 30-40 years of age and appreciate heritage homes. 


Niven Road. There are 2 types. The 2-storey or 3-storey townhouses.  5-min walk to Little India subway. Peace Centre shopping mall and Dhoby Ghaut subway & Orchard Road  in a 10-min walk.

Spacious and value for money.  Rent for the 2-storey type with 2293 - 2723 sq. ft of built in area in a historical heritage enclave is around S$6,000 - 7,000 rental per month in 2011. A 3-bedroom 2550 sq ft is asking $6,250 per month. 10 restored 2-storey pre-war terrace houses and 3 3-storey shophomes are available for rent. Others are privately owned.

Interiors
Wood flooring, fully air conditioned. Partially furnished. Open concept kitchen and huge dining area on 2nd floor.  Big living area with marble flooring and back car garage on the first floor. Cable points provided by the Landlord.  Suits couples or those who want a home office. The master bedroom faces the road. Some expats dislike the road frontage but the traffic is low in Niven Road. More pictures: Niven Road shophomes - interiors

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