Loading...
Furen International School
Singapore, Singapore
BritishA-LevelsSingaporean
Ages 12–18
Loading...
Quieter residential enclave between Orchard Road and Clarke Quay. Central location without the full bustle of the CBD.
Monthly temperatures, rainfall, and sea conditions
Monthly family budget estimates (USD)
A family in a 2-bedroom older condo along Havelock Road or Kim Seng Road, public transport, children in a mid-range international school.
A family in a 3-bedroom condo near Robertson Quay or Great World, children at an established school like EtonHouse or GEMS, one car.
A family in a premium riverfront development like The Pier or Martin Modern, children at top-tier schools, car, club memberships, helper.
River Valley is a central District 9 location commanding premium rents, though older condominiums offer relative value compared to Orchard or Marina Bay. All figures in USD.
Average monthly AQI (US EPA scale)
Yearly average AQI is 58. Best air quality Jan–Dec (best: Feb at 42).
River Valley attracts a diverse, internationally-minded population. The condominiums along River Valley Road and Kim Seng Road house a mix of Singaporean professionals, Japanese families (drawn by the Japanese Primary School nearby), Korean families, and Western expats working in the CBD and financial district. The area has a distinctly urban, cosmopolitan character — residents tend to be younger professionals and dual-income families who value central living.
River Valley's defining feature is its proximity to the Singapore River. Robertson Quay offers a beautifully landscaped riverside promenade lined with restaurants and bars, where families stroll in the evenings and children ride scooters along the wide waterfront path. The quay connects to Clarke Quay and Boat Quay via a continuous riverside walk, making it possible to stroll from River Valley all the way to Marina Bay. River cruises and bumboat rides provide a fun family outing along the historic waterway.
River Valley is served by Fort Canning and Havelock stations on the Thomson-East Coast Line, and Great World station on the same line provides excellent connectivity. Clarke Quay station on the North-East Line is also within walking distance for much of the neighbourhood. These lines connect directly to Orchard Road (one stop), the CBD, Marina Bay, and Woodlands. Bus services along River Valley Road, Havelock Road, and Kim Seng Road are frequent and cover all major corridors.
Great World City mall anchors daily shopping, with a Cold Storage supermarket, food court, and a range of shops and services. For upscale groceries, the recently opened Don Don Donki at Great World offers Japanese products, while the Tiong Bahru neighbourhood nearby has an excellent wet market and a thriving food scene. Robertson Quay has become one of Singapore's premier dining strips, with restaurants ranging from casual brunch spots to fine dining, skewing international and expat-friendly.
As a centrally located, densely built neighbourhood, River Valley tends to be slightly warmer than suburban or coastal areas, with daytime temperatures often reaching 32-33C. The concrete and glass of surrounding high-rises retain heat, and evenings may not cool as much as in greener areas like Bukit Timah. Air-conditioned living spaces are essential, and most families spend the hottest hours (11 AM to 4 PM) indoors or in malls.
