Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Rasau Walk (Boardwalk) at Jurong Lake Gardens
- Birdwatching Locations
- Jurong Lake Gardens marshlands
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Not permitted in Singapore; use designated BBQ pits at Jurong Lake Gardens
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Jurong Lake Gardens (Lakeside Garden)
- National Parks Nearby
- Bukit Timah Nature Reserve (15 mins by car)
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- PCN (Park Connector Network) linking Jurong Lake to Pandan Reservoir
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- SingPost (Jurong East Regional Base) or NinjaVan pickups
- Tech Repair Services
- Challenger Hachi.tech at JEM or specialized shops in IMM Mall
- Table Tennis Spots
- Jurong East Sports Centre
- Language Classes
- Lingo School of Languages (Near Jurong East MRT)
- Libraries & Study Spots
- Jurong Regional Library (Largest public library in the region)
- Community Centers
- Jurong Spring CC and Yuhua CC
- Gaming Lounges
- Wanyoo Cyber Cafe (Various mall locations)
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Resorts World Sentosa Casino (25 mins away)
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. S$28,000 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = S$1.1M)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. S$16,000 per m² (Jurong) (e.g., 40 m² = S$640,000)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. S$25,000 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = S$1.5M)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. S$15,000 per m² (Jurong) (e.g., 60 m² = S$900,000)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. S$22,000 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = S$1.76M)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. S$14,000 per m² (Jurong) (e.g., 80 m² = S$1.12M)
- Corporate Tax
- 17% (With various exemptions for start-ups)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 0% (Singapore has a single-tier corporate tax system)
- Tax System
- Territorial basis (Only income derived in Singapore is taxed)
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 24% (For income exceeding S$1,000,000)
- VAT
- 9% (Known as GST - Goods and Services Tax)
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- No specific CFC rules, but GAAR (General Anti-Avoidance Rules) apply
- Property Tax
- Yes, progressive rates based on AV (Annual Value) of property
- Property Transaction Tax
- BSD (3-6%) + ABSD (up to 60% for foreigners)
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- No tax on foreign-sourced income not remitted to Singapore
Essentials
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Jurong Lake District (Taman Jurong or near Chinese Garden MRT)
- City
- Jurong East, West Region, Singapore
- Population
- 91,420 (District population)
- Internet Speed
- Average 250 Mbps (StarHub/Singtel Fiber)
- Currency & Banking
- 1 SGD ≈ 0.74 USD. Major banks: DBS, OCBC, UOB
- Tap Water
- Safe to drink directly from the tap (PUB standard)
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type G sockets (British style)
- SIM Card
- Singtel, StarHub, M1, Giga! (S$15-S$25 for 100GB)
- Banking for Expats
- DBS Expat Program, Trust Bank, Revolut, Wise
- Accommodation
- HDB Rentals, Condos (J Gateway, Ivory Heights), Genting Hotel Jurong
- Cashless Friendly
- Yes, PayNow, NETS, and Credit Cards accepted everywhere
- Short Term Rentals
- Genting Hotel Jurong (S$220/night), Service Apartments via Far East Hospitality
- Budget Accommodation
- The Quay Hostel (Nearby CBD) or local HDB room rentals (S$1,000/month)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Near Jurong East MRT (JEM/Westgate area) for convenience
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- JustCo at Westgate Tower (S$50/day, S$399/month)
- Best Cafe for Work
- Dutch Colony Coffee Co. at UE BizHub West (Quiet on weekdays)
- Networking Events
- Launchpad @ JID (Jurong Innovation District) tech meetups
- Social Events for Expats
- Jurong Lake Gardens running clubs or 'Expats in Singapore' Facebook Group
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- Grab, Gojek, Tada, or Zig (CDG Zig)
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Anywheel, HelloRide (S$1 per 30 mins) via mobile apps
- Best Beach Nearby
- Sentosa Palawan Beach (35 mins via AYE/Taxi)
- Top Regional Airline
- Jetstar Asia, Scoot (operating from Changi Terminal 4)
- Top International Airline
- Singapore Airlines
- Highway Access
- AYE (Ayer Rajah Expressway) and PIE (Pan Island Expressway)
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Jurong East MRT Interchange (North-South and East-West Lines)
- Public Transport Passes
- EZ-Link card or SimplyGo (Link your Visa/Mastercard directly)
- Regional Travel
- Causeway Link Bus to Johor Bahru, Malaysia (S$5 from Jurong East Bus Inter.)
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Ng Teng Fong General Hospital (NTFGH), 1 Jurong East St 21
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Jal Yoga (Westgate) and Platinum Yoga (Westgate)
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Anytime Fitness (JCube site) or ActiveSG Gym at Jurong East Sports Centre
- Laundry Services
- Wonder Wash (Self-service, S$5-S$10) or Piing! (Pickup service)
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- GrabFood, Foodpanda, Deliveroo
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Laksa or Hainanese Chicken Rice at Teban Gardens Food Centre
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Greendot (Westgate) and Gokul Vegetarian (Nearby)
- Best Dessert Spots
- Birds of Paradise Gelato Boutique (Westgate)
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- IMM Outlet Mall (Largest outlet mall in Singapore)
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Shopee, Lazada, Amazon.sg
- Grocery Delivery
- RedMart (Lazada app) or FairPrice Online
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- JEM and Westgate rooftop bars or nearby Holland Village (15 mins away)
- Local Brewery
- Tiger Tavern (Located at Tiger Brewery, 459 Jalan Ahmad Ibrahim)
- Wine Bars
- Wine Connection (Westgate Mall)
- Street Food Stalls
- Jurong East St 24 Hawker Centre (Yuhua Village)
- Popular International Cuisine
- Din Tai Fung (Westgate) or Ippudo Ramen (Westgate)
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Jurong Lake Gardens and the Pagoda at Chinese Garden
- Museums & Art Venues
- Science Centre Singapore (15 Science Centre Rd)
- Historical Sites
- Former Ford Factory (Short bus ride toward Bukit Timah)
- Religious Sites
- Arulmigu Murugan Temple and Jurong Christian Church
- Annual Events
- Mid-Autumn Festival Lantern Displays at Jurong Lake Gardens
- Cultural Districts
- Lakeside district (Jurong Lake District redevelopment zone)
- Theater Venues
- Omni-Theatre (IMAX) at Science Centre
- Local Markets
- Yuhua Market & Hawker Centre (Jurong East St 31)
- Music Scene
- Live acoustic sets at Starker Fresh (JEM)
- Street Art
- Murals at Jurong East Town Centre and Taman Jurong
- Cooking Classes
- ABC Cooking Studio (Westgate Mall)
- Art Galleries
- The Art Faculty (Enabling Village nearby)
- Historic Buildings
- Old Jurong Town Hall (National Monument)
- Local Heritage
- The 'Garden City' heritage and industrial evolution of Jurong