umm, Maplewoods isn't that central. It is a helluva ride from the city by bus or car especially during the rush hour, and that's the ONLY way you're gonna get home as there aren't any MRT stations nearby.
Why don't you try places that are truly central like Newton and Novena, where there are 2 MRT stations. Orchard is one train stop away, and there are loads of amenities (2 Cold Storage supermarkets, shopping, bookstores, restaurants, loads of bars/pubs) around the hood. Prices here generally aren't as high as the
condos in Orchard and there are some older
condos here that will cost you about the same price as Maplewoods... so for the same price why not consider a location that's closer to town?
Hope this helps.