Side-by-Side Comparison
| Metric | District 5 — West Coast/Clementi | District 15 — East Coast/Katong |
|---|---|---|
| Condo Count | 137 | 556 |
| Avg PSF | $1,578 psf | $1,607 psf |
| Median Price | $2,026,830 | $1,850,000 |
| Transaction Volume | 14,632 | 10,691 |
| Avg Walkability | 45.1/100 | 63.3/100 |
| Avg Investment Score | 57.6/100 | 45.1/100 |
| Avg TOP Year | 2006 | 2007 |
| Avg Gross Yield | 2.0% | 2.3% |
Price Analysis
District 5 — West Coast/Clementi is the more affordable option, with an average PSF that is $29 psf (1.8%) lower than District 15 — East Coast/Katong.
In terms of median transaction price, District 15 — East Coast/Katong also offers a lower entry point at $1,850,000 compared to $2,026,830.
Lifestyle & Accessibility
District 15 — East Coast/Katong 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 — West Coast/Clementi wins on price. District 15 — East Coast/Katong wins on walkability. District 5 — West Coast/Clementi wins on investment score. District 15 — East Coast/Katong wins on rental yield.
Investment Potential
District 5 — West Coast/Clementi 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 15 — East Coast/Katong 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 5 — West Coast/Clementi
| 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 |
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 |
Final Verdict
District 5 — West Coast/Clementi
Pros & Cons
✓ Strengths
- More affordable average PSF ($1,578 psf)
- Higher average investment score (57.6)
✗ Considerations
- Lower walkability score (45.1/100)
- Lower gross rental yield (2.0%)
- Fewer condos available (137 developments)
- Older average stock (avg TOP 2006)
District 15 — East Coast/Katong
Pros & Cons
✓ Strengths
- Better walkability score (63.3/100)
- Higher gross rental yield (2.3%)
- More condos to choose from (556 developments)
- Newer average stock (avg TOP 2007)
✗ Considerations
- Higher average PSF ($1,607 psf)
- Lower average investment score (45.1)
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.