District 22 (Jurong) vs District 18 (Tampines): West vs East OCR Comparison

Comparison Updated 6 min read
Key Takeaways
  • District 22 — Jurong East/West: 29 condos | District 18 — Tampines/Pasir Ris: 49 condos
  • Lower avg PSF: District 18 — Tampines/Pasir Ris
  • Higher transaction volume: District 18 — Tampines/Pasir Ris
  • Data sourced from URA REALIS and OneMap geospatial database.

Side-by-Side Comparison

District 22 — Jurong East/West vs District 18 — Tampines/Pasir Ris
MetricDistrict 22 — Jurong East/WestDistrict 18 — Tampines/Pasir Ris
Condo Count2949
Avg PSF$1,281 psf$1,222 psf
Median Price$1,554,751$1,318,633
Transaction Volume3,10010,114
Avg Walkability48.2/10048.7/100
Avg Investment Score56.6/10056.3/100
Avg TOP Year20052011
Avg Gross Yield2.8%2.9%

Price Analysis

$1,281 psf
District 22 — Jurong East/West Avg PSF
$1,222 psf
District 18 — Tampines/Pasir Ris Avg PSF

District 18 — Tampines/Pasir Ris is the more affordable option, with an average PSF that is $59 psf (4.7%) lower than District 22 — Jurong East/West.

In terms of median transaction price, District 18 — Tampines/Pasir Ris also offers a lower entry point at $1,318,633 compared to $1,554,751.

Lifestyle & Accessibility

48.2/100
District 22 — Jurong East/West Walkability
48.7/100
District 18 — Tampines/Pasir Ris Walkability

District 18 — Tampines/Pasir Ris 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.

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Verdict

District 18 — Tampines/Pasir Ris wins on price. District 18 — Tampines/Pasir Ris wins on walkability. District 22 — Jurong East/West wins on investment score. District 18 — Tampines/Pasir Ris wins on rental yield.

Investment Potential

56.6/100
District 22 — Jurong East/West Investment Score
56.3/100
District 18 — Tampines/Pasir Ris Investment Score
2.8%
District 22 — Jurong East/West Avg Yield
2.9%
District 18 — Tampines/Pasir Ris Avg Yield

District 22 — Jurong East/West 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 18 — Tampines/Pasir Ris 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 22 — Jurong East/West

Top condos in District 22 — Jurong East/West by transaction volume
CondoAvg PSFTransactionsUnitsTenure
J'DEN$2,475 psf35636899 yrs lease commencing from 2023
THE LAKEGARDEN RESIDENCES$2,156 psf29330699 yrs lease commencing from 2023
SORA$2,211 psf20944099 years leasehold
J GATEWAY$1,894 psf17773899 yrs lease commencing from 2012
WESTWOOD RESIDENCES$1,256 psf16948099 yrs lease commencing from 2014

Top 5 Condos in District 18 — Tampines/Pasir Ris

Top condos in District 18 — Tampines/Pasir Ris by transaction volume
CondoAvg PSFTransactionsUnitsTenure
TREASURE AT TAMPINES$1,584 psf1,1572,20399-year leasehold
PARKTOWN RESIDENCE$2,369 psf1,1271,19399 yrs lease commencing from 2023
AURELLE OF TAMPINES$1,769 psf76076099 yrs lease commencing from 2024
TENET$1,384 psf61561899 yrs lease commencing from 2021
PASIR RIS 8$1,678 psf53348799 yrs lease commencing from 2021
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Final Verdict

District 22 — Jurong East/West

Pros & Cons

✓ Strengths

  • Higher average investment score (56.6)

✗ Considerations

  • Higher average PSF ($1,281 psf)
  • Lower walkability score (48.2/100)
  • Lower gross rental yield (2.8%)
  • Fewer condos available (29 developments)
  • Older average stock (avg TOP 2005)

District 18 — Tampines/Pasir Ris

Pros & Cons

✓ Strengths

  • More affordable average PSF ($1,222 psf)
  • Better walkability score (48.7/100)
  • Higher gross rental yield (2.9%)
  • More condos to choose from (49 developments)
  • Newer average stock (avg TOP 2011)

✗ Considerations

  • Lower average investment score (56.3)

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is more affordable, District 22 — Jurong East/West or District 18 — Tampines/Pasir Ris?
District 18 — Tampines/Pasir Ris has a lower average PSF based on historical transaction data. However, affordability depends on unit size, tenure, and specific development. Use our Total Acquisition Cost calculator for a full picture.
Is District 22 — Jurong East/West or District 18 — Tampines/Pasir Ris better for families?
Based on walkability scores (which include school and park proximity), District 18 — Tampines/Pasir Ris edges ahead. However, school proximity, unit size availability, and community feel all matter. We recommend visiting both areas to assess your specific family needs.
Which area is a better investment?
Investment potential depends on your strategy. For rental yield, District 18 — Tampines/Pasir Ris performs better. For overall investment score (combining yield, growth, liquidity), District 22 — Jurong East/West scores higher. Capital appreciation depends on future developments, government plans, and market conditions.
How current is this comparison data?
This comparison uses all available transaction data from URA and is regenerated periodically. Walkability and investment scores are computed from OneMap geospatial data and property attributes. Specific data freshness is indicated by the freshness badge at the top of the article.

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.

Median values used to minimize outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.