Side-by-Side Comparison
| Metric | District 3 — Queenstown/Alexandra | District 5 — Clementi/Pasir Panjang |
|---|---|---|
| Condo Count | 43 | 137 |
| Avg PSF | $2,020 psf | $1,578 psf |
| Median Price | $2,063,131 | $2,026,830 |
| Transaction Volume | 6,006 | 14,632 |
| Avg Walkability | 66.8/100 | 45.1/100 |
| Avg Investment Score | 64.1/100 | 57.6/100 |
| Avg TOP Year | 2012 | 2006 |
| Avg Gross Yield | 2.7% | 2.0% |
Price Analysis
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
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.
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
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
| Condo | Avg PSF | Transactions | Units | Tenure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZYON GRAND | $3,050 psf | 624 | 1,079 | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2024 |
| AVENUE SOUTH RESIDENCE | $2,261 psf | 569 | 1,074 | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2018 |
| PENRITH | $2,795 psf | 449 | 462 | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2024 |
| STIRLING RESIDENCES | $2,271 psf | 440 | 1,259 | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2017 |
| ONE PEARL BANK | $2,569 psf | 426 | 774 | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2019 |
Top 5 Condos in District 5 — Clementi/Pasir Panjang
| Condo | Avg PSF | Transactions | Units | Tenure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LANDED HOUSING DEVELOPMENT | $1,829 psf | 5,780 | 156 | Freehold |
| NORMANTON PARK | $1,865 psf | 1,396 | 1,840 | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2019 |
| PARC CLEMATIS | $1,883 psf | 1,382 | 1,450 | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2019 |
| ELTA | $2,557 psf | 376 | 501 | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2024 |
| FABER RESIDENCE | $2,155 psf | 369 | 399 | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2025 |
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
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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.