Kennedy Town, located in the westernmost part of Hong Kong Island, was named after the colony. It was named after the seventh governor of Hong Kong, “Kennedy”. IKEA has retained a little colonial atmosphere, coupled with the proximity to Hong Kong University, the highest university in Hong Kong, the entire community is rich in a strong cultural atmosphere. The area of ​​Kennedy Town, including Sining Street to the junction of Belcher’s Street and Queen’s Road West, is one of the most sought-after residential areas on Hong Kong Island due to its low residential density and quietness. It is particularly popular with expats. And this “old Hong Kong” old city, with the opening of the MTR, has transformed and has a new look. In the past, Kennedy Town mainly relied on ground transportation, such as buses, minibuses, and trams to and from the core areas of Hong Kong Island. However, since the opening of the west extension of the MTR Island Line in 2014, Kennedy Town Station became the west terminus of the Island Line. The attractiveness of this area has increased immediately, because it takes only five stops from Kennedy Town to Central, which takes about 8 minutes; and it takes only 15 minutes to go to the Southern District, which is a good example of white-collar workers working in the core business district. Another selling point of Kennedy Town is its scent of books. It is because there is the University of Hong Kong nearby, which gathers elites from all over Hong Kong and even around the world. There are not few professors or academic professionals from overseas. They all like to live in this area. Convenient without losing the traditional academic culture. There are many international schools in this area, including the Kennedy Town Primary School, Harbour School, Hong Kong Academy International School, etc. run by ESF. At the same time, there are 11 school networks in Kennedy Town that are popular among parents in Hong Kong, and many of them are traditionally prestigious schools, including Sacred Heart Canossian School, St. Stephen’s Girls’ High School Affiliated Primary School, Bonham Road Government Primary School and so on. Secondary schools are also top-notch, including King’s College, St. Paul’s College, Anglo-Chinese Girls’ School and High Bishop’s College. Therefore, even if the parents seem to move to Kennedy Town, it is normal to move to Kennedy Town. They are often prestigious schools, so they would be unattractive! At the same time, the property market in this area is very active. Whether it is a trading or rental market, there are prices and markets. The environment of Kennedy Town is also superior. There is no shortage of public spaces for nearby residents to enjoy. For example, there is a new Praya Street facing Belcher Bay, where you can take a leisurely stroll along the waterfront; and the nearby Belcher Bay Park has a wide lawn. , There are also large children’s playgrounds and jogging trails to spend an afternoon with a family. Kennedy Town was famous for having multiple swimming sheds, but now Kennedy Town’s public swimming pools are not impolite, indoor and outdoor swimming pools. The biggest selling point is that you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Victoria Harbour while you swim in the water. In addition, there are no less hiking trails near the housing estates in the district. About three or five confidants, men and women of the mountain family will talk freely! The recreational and cultural facilities in this district can be said to be both dynamic and static. There is a gymnasium and a library on Smithfield Road. The extended Kennedy Town of Soho District attracts many expats to live in. One of the reasons is that there are many fashionable restaurants in the old side streets and narrow lanes. The old streets of the past have been revitalized into trendy buildings. Said to be the extension of Soho District, and the open-air restaurants along the new waterfront allow customers to enjoy the beautiful waterfront. There are civilian restaurants, such as the Municipal Services Building on Smithfield Road and the Cooked Food Center on Rock Hill Street. 📌 If you have any questions about the property market or mortgage, please leave a message below or contact our online customer service: Go to the official website of HongKongFloorPlans: Subscribe to the YouTube channel of HongKongFloorPlans: Like it ” HongKongFloorPlans” Facebook page: Follow ” HongKongFloorPlans” Instagram account: Follow public account: meilian_hk ( HongKongFloorPlans Hong Kong)