Side-by-Side Comparison
| Metric | District 15 — East Coast/Katong | District 14 — Geylang/Paya Lebar |
|---|---|---|
| Condo Count | 556 | 256 |
| Avg PSF | $1,607 psf | $1,353 psf |
| Median Price | $1,850,000 | $1,249,333 |
| Transaction Volume | 10,691 | 4,960 |
| Avg Walkability | 63.3/100 | 71.5/100 |
| Avg Investment Score | 45.1/100 | 57.7/100 |
| Avg TOP Year | 2007 | 2008 |
| Avg Gross Yield | 2.3% | 2.6% |
Price Analysis
District 14 — Geylang/Paya Lebar is the more affordable option, with an average PSF that is $254 psf (17.2%) lower than District 15 — East Coast/Katong.
In terms of median transaction price, District 14 — Geylang/Paya Lebar also offers a lower entry point at $1,249,333 compared to $1,850,000.
Lifestyle & Accessibility
District 14 — Geylang/Paya Lebar scores higher on walkability, reflecting better proximity to MRT stations, schools, hawker centres, and other daily amenities. This composite score accounts for seven weighted categories of nearby facilities.
District 14 — Geylang/Paya Lebar wins on price. District 14 — Geylang/Paya Lebar wins on walkability. District 14 — Geylang/Paya Lebar wins on investment score. District 14 — Geylang/Paya Lebar wins on rental yield.
Investment Potential
District 14 — Geylang/Paya Lebar has a higher average investment score, which factors in price momentum, rental yield, liquidity, MRT proximity, lease remaining, and district desirability.
In terms of gross rental yield, District 14 — Geylang/Paya Lebar delivers stronger returns. Note that yields shown are gross (annual rent / price) and do not account for maintenance fees, property tax, or vacancy.
Top Condos in Each Area
Top 5 Condos in District 15 — East Coast/Katong
| Condo | Avg PSF | Transactions | Units | Tenure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GRAND DUNMAN | $2,537 psf | 907 | 1,008 | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2022 |
| EMERALD OF KATONG | $2,640 psf | 843 | 846 | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2023 |
| THE CONTINUUM | $2,790 psf | 705 | 816 | Freehold |
| TEMBUSU GRAND | $2,461 psf | 629 | 638 | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2022 |
| AMBER PARK | $2,536 psf | 384 | 592 | Freehold |
Top 5 Condos in District 14 — Geylang/Paya Lebar
| Condo | Avg PSF | Transactions | Units | Tenure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PARC ESTA | $2,181 psf | 459 | 1,399 | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2018 |
| SIMS URBAN OASIS | $1,758 psf | 359 | 1,024 | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2014 |
| PENROSE | $1,927 psf | 350 | 566 | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2019 |
| EUHABITAT | $1,324 psf | 227 | 697 | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2010 |
| THE ANTARES | $1,833 psf | 227 | 265 | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2018 |
Final Verdict
District 15 — East Coast/Katong
Pros & Cons
✓ Strengths
- More condos to choose from (556 developments)
✗ Considerations
- Higher average PSF ($1,607 psf)
- Lower walkability score (63.3/100)
- Lower average investment score (45.1)
- Lower gross rental yield (2.3%)
- Older average stock (avg TOP 2007)
District 14 — Geylang/Paya Lebar
Pros & Cons
✓ Strengths
- More affordable average PSF ($1,353 psf)
- Better walkability score (71.5/100)
- Higher average investment score (57.7)
- Higher gross rental yield (2.6%)
- Newer average stock (avg TOP 2008)
✗ Considerations
- Fewer condos available (256 developments)
Frequently Asked Questions
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Methodology & Sources
This analysis covers all available transaction data for the compared neighbourhoods and is updated periodically as new URA data is published.
Transaction data sourced from URA.
- Property matched to areas by district + street keyword filtering.
- Transaction data from URA.
- Master plan context from URA Master Plan.
Median values used to minimize outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.