District 3 (Queenstown) vs District 5 (Clementi): West RCR Comparison

Comparison Updated 6 min read
Key Takeaways
  • District 3 — Queenstown/Alexandra: 43 condos | District 5 — Clementi/Pasir Panjang: 137 condos
  • Lower avg PSF: District 5 — Clementi/Pasir Panjang
  • Higher transaction volume: District 5 — Clementi/Pasir Panjang
  • Data sourced from URA REALIS and OneMap geospatial database.

Side-by-Side Comparison

District 3 — Queenstown/Alexandra vs District 5 — Clementi/Pasir Panjang
MetricDistrict 3 — Queenstown/AlexandraDistrict 5 — Clementi/Pasir Panjang
Condo Count43137
Avg PSF$2,020 psf$1,578 psf
Median Price$2,063,131$2,026,830
Transaction Volume6,00614,632
Avg Walkability66.8/10045.1/100
Avg Investment Score64.1/10057.6/100
Avg TOP Year20122006
Avg Gross Yield2.7%2.0%

Price Analysis

$2,020 psf
District 3 — Queenstown/Alexandra Avg PSF
$1,578 psf
District 5 — Clementi/Pasir Panjang Avg PSF

District 5 — Clementi/Pasir Panjang is the more affordable option, with an average PSF that is $441 psf (24.5%) lower than District 3 — Queenstown/Alexandra.

In terms of median transaction price, District 5 — Clementi/Pasir Panjang also offers a lower entry point at $2,026,830 compared to $2,063,131.

Lifestyle & Accessibility

66.8/100
District 3 — Queenstown/Alexandra Walkability
45.1/100
District 5 — Clementi/Pasir Panjang Walkability

District 3 — Queenstown/Alexandra 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 5 — Clementi/Pasir Panjang wins on price. District 3 — Queenstown/Alexandra wins on walkability. District 3 — Queenstown/Alexandra wins on investment score. District 3 — Queenstown/Alexandra wins on rental yield.

Investment Potential

64.1/100
District 3 — Queenstown/Alexandra Investment Score
57.6/100
District 5 — Clementi/Pasir Panjang Investment Score
2.7%
District 3 — Queenstown/Alexandra Avg Yield
2.0%
District 5 — Clementi/Pasir Panjang Avg Yield

District 3 — Queenstown/Alexandra 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 3 — Queenstown/Alexandra 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 3 — Queenstown/Alexandra

Top condos in District 3 — Queenstown/Alexandra by transaction volume
CondoAvg PSFTransactionsUnitsTenure
ZYON GRAND$3,050 psf6241,07999 yrs lease commencing from 2024
AVENUE SOUTH RESIDENCE$2,261 psf5691,07499 yrs lease commencing from 2018
PENRITH$2,795 psf44946299 yrs lease commencing from 2024
STIRLING RESIDENCES$2,271 psf4401,25999 yrs lease commencing from 2017
ONE PEARL BANK$2,569 psf42677499 yrs lease commencing from 2019

Top 5 Condos in District 5 — Clementi/Pasir Panjang

Top condos in District 5 — Clementi/Pasir Panjang by transaction volume
CondoAvg PSFTransactionsUnitsTenure
LANDED HOUSING DEVELOPMENT$1,829 psf5,780156Freehold
NORMANTON PARK$1,865 psf1,3961,84099 yrs lease commencing from 2019
PARC CLEMATIS$1,883 psf1,3821,45099 yrs lease commencing from 2019
ELTA$2,557 psf37650199 yrs lease commencing from 2024
FABER RESIDENCE$2,155 psf36939999 yrs lease commencing from 2025
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Final Verdict

District 3 — Queenstown/Alexandra

Pros & Cons

✓ Strengths

  • Better walkability score (66.8/100)
  • Higher average investment score (64.1)
  • Higher gross rental yield (2.7%)
  • Newer average stock (avg TOP 2012)

✗ Considerations

  • Higher average PSF ($2,020 psf)
  • Fewer condos available (43 developments)

District 5 — Clementi/Pasir Panjang

Pros & Cons

✓ Strengths

  • More affordable average PSF ($1,578 psf)
  • More condos to choose from (137 developments)

✗ Considerations

  • Lower walkability score (45.1/100)
  • Lower average investment score (57.6)
  • Lower gross rental yield (2.0%)
  • Older average stock (avg TOP 2006)

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is more affordable, District 3 — Queenstown/Alexandra or District 5 — Clementi/Pasir Panjang?
District 5 — Clementi/Pasir Panjang 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 3 — Queenstown/Alexandra or District 5 — Clementi/Pasir Panjang better for families?
Based on walkability scores (which include school and park proximity), District 3 — Queenstown/Alexandra 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 3 — Queenstown/Alexandra performs better. For overall investment score (combining yield, growth, liquidity), District 3 — Queenstown/Alexandra 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.

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