As Dongtan 1 New Town approaches its 20th anniversary since residents began moving in 2007, new housing developments are gaining attention for their potential to improve living conditions within the established community. With schools, academies, and commercial areas already in place, the ability to maintain familiar amenities while relocating to a new apartment is a key consideration for homebuyers.
When comparing older complexes with new apartments, factors such as location, parking availability, storage space, and noise reduction designs are crucial for prospective buyers. For those looking to sell their current homes and move, the difference in sale prices and the financial arrangements for the timing of the move are also significant. The appeal of new residential offerings is influenced by both their marketability and the actual costs involved.
In this context, a mixed-use complex with over 1,800 units is set to launch in Bansong-dong, the heart of Dongtan 1 New Town. There is keen interest in how this development will attract local residents looking to upgrade their living spaces while utilizing existing parks and educational facilities.
KB Real Estate Trust is developing the 'Arcmer Dongtan' project, with construction by POSCO E&C, scheduled for release this month. The complex will consist of seven buildings, ranging from seven underground floors to a maximum of 49 above ground, totaling 1,808 units located at sites 95 and 99 in Bansong-dong, Hwaseong City.
The project is divided into two blocks: Block M1-1-2 will feature three buildings with 812 units ranging from 84 to 188 square meters, while Block M1-2-2 will consist of four buildings with 996 units ranging from 84 to 162 square meters.
Nearby, Dongtan Central Park and Bansok Mountain Neighborhood Park will provide green spaces, with a landscaped corridor connecting the two parks, allowing some units to overlook both the parks and the urban area.
Educational facilities such as Hakdong Elementary School, Seokwoo Middle School, and Dongtan High School are in the vicinity, along with access to the Bansong-dong academy district. Existing amenities like Starfield Market Dongtan and Hallym University Dongtan Sacred Heart Hospital are also close by.
Transportation conditions are expected to improve with the construction of the Dongtan-Indeokwon Line. A station, provisionally named Bansong Station, is planned to be built in front of the site, with developers aiming to create a passage connecting the underground complex to the station. If realized, this will allow residents to access the station without going through external roads. Bansong Station is planned to be one stop away from Dongtan Station, which will eventually connect to the broader transportation network.
The design of the complex emphasizes increased parking and storage space, with plans to provide approximately 1.5 parking spaces per unit and over 1,000 parking spots with a width of 2.6 meters. Each unit will have dedicated storage, and the ceiling height is designed to be 2.5 meters.
The exterior design features contributions from French designer Janaina Mireille, while the interiors will incorporate European furnishings and finishes, including Italian kitchen furniture from 'Cucine Lube.'
To mitigate noise between floors, honeycomb-structured flooring will be used, along with a smart food waste disposal system, fire response systems for electric vehicles, and high-performance windows with energy-efficient glass.
A sales representative stated, “As this complex is being introduced after a long wait in a prime location within Dongtan New Town, we have focused on differentiating it from existing residential products in terms of location value, exterior design, interior finishes, parking, storage, and safety systems.”
The model home will be located at 986-3 Yeoul-dong, Dongtan-gu, Hwaseong City, and is set to open later this month.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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