For digest readers, the four numbers that matter for District 15 landed (Katong / Joo Chiat / Amber Road) in December 2022 are: (a) transacted volume relative to trailing-12-month averages, (b) median PSF for the comparable-quality sample, (c) gross rental yield (where applicable), and (d) the segment-mix composition that influenced the headline aggregate. Cross-reference the chart in this digest against URA for verified caveat-level detail, and against the URA Property Price Index for the quarterly cycle-level benchmark.
The landed transacted activity reading for District 15 landed (Katong / Joo Chiat / Amber Road) reflects the interplay between (1) the policy environment (IRAS ABSD rates for buyer-side cooling, IRAS BSD rates for the standard upfront stamp), (2) the financing cost environment (MAS SORA dashboard for the floating-rate benchmark plus typical 0.6–0.85% bank spread = ~4.0% all-in), and (3) the MAS TDSR / cooling measures explainer that caps debt-servicing at 55% of gross income. Each of these levers can shift period-to-period readings independently.
The December 2022 landed monthly digest digest for District 15 landed (Katong / Joo Chiat / Amber Road) sits within a defined cycle context. Singapore landed property is structurally constrained: foreigners need LDAU approval; effective demand is Singapore Citizen + a small share of LDAU-approved PRs. This digest reads the period’s data alongside the structural framework set by Singapore’s post-April-2023 cooling-measure regime — foreigner ABSD at 60%, Singapore Citizen second-property ABSD at 20%, 3M SORA in the 3.0–3.5% band — that shapes how the raw figures translate into actionable buyer or seller decisions (as of 2022-12).
- Landed sales: 32 transactions in D15
- Average PSF: $2,029 psf (↓ 9.7% MoM)
- Average price: $7,418,324
- RCR · D15 (Joo Chiat, Amber Road, Katong)
Monthly Overview
District 15 (Joo Chiat, Amber Road, Katong) recorded 32 landed property transactions in December 2022 at an average PSF of $2,029 psf.
Type Breakdown
Landed transactions by type in D15 during December 2022.
| Type | Volume | Share | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Terrace | 21 | 65.6% | $2,126 psf | $3,724,286 |
| Detached | 7 | 21.9% | $1,836 psf | $18,419,769 |
| Semi-Detached | 3 | 9.4% | $2,222 psf | $8,812,667 |
| Detached | 1 | 3.1% | $783 psf | $3,800,000 |
Top Streets
Streets with the highest landed transaction volume in D15.
| Street | Transactions | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| ONAN ROAD | 6 | $2,512 psf | $3,665,000 |
| LANGSAT ROAD | 3 | $2,074 psf | $2,190,000 |
| JOO CHIAT TERRACE | 3 | $2,063 psf | $3,320,000 |
| MARSHALL ROAD | 3 | $1,579 psf | $28,500,000 |
| EAST COAST AVENUE | 2 | $1,598 psf | $5,850,000 |
Notable Transactions
The highest-value landed transactions in D15 during December 2022.
| Street | Type | Price | PSF | Sale Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MARSHALL ROAD | Detached | $28,500,000 | $1,579 psf | Resale |
| MARSHALL ROAD | Detached | $28,500,000 | $1,579 psf | Resale |
| MARSHALL ROAD | Detached | $28,500,000 | $1,579 psf | Resale |
| BOWMONT GARDENS | Detached | $13,938,383 | $1,754 psf | Resale |
| RINGWOOD ROAD | Semi-Detached | $11,438,000 | $2,293 psf | Resale |
12-Month Trend
| Month | Sales | Avg PSF |
|---|---|---|
| 2022-01 | 40 | $1,744 psf |
| 2022-02 | 30 | $1,863 psf |
| 2022-03 | 35 | $1,845 psf |
| 2022-04 | 44 | $1,731 psf |
| 2022-05 | 32 | $1,831 psf |
| 2022-06 | 43 | $1,806 psf |
| 2022-07 | 23 | $2,224 psf |
| 2022-08 | 19 | $1,899 psf |
| 2022-09 | 25 | $2,020 psf |
| 2022-10 | 32 | $1,750 psf |
| 2022-11 | 30 | $2,248 psf |
| 2022-12 | 32 | $2,029 psf |
D15 landed prices have cooled 9.7% from the 2022-11 peak, yet remain 16.4% above where the series began in 2022-01.
The December 2022 period’s landed transacted activity for District 15 landed (Katong / Joo Chiat / Amber Road) reflects specific micro-level drivers. Within the aggregate figure, individual sub-segments (different unit types, floor bands, tenure types) typically move at different rates — the period’s ‘top movers’ are units or sub-cohorts whose performance deviated meaningfully from the mean. For investors and sellers, identifying these movers is more useful than the headline average because the mean smooths out the dispersion that creates actual buying or selling opportunities.
Typical top-mover categories in any digest period include: (a) freehold units in 99-year-dominated districts that command a meaningful tenure premium, (b) high-floor units in projects with strong views or panoramic orientation (5–15% PSF premium vs low-floor in same project), (c) recently-renovated stock that commands ~5–10% premium over comparable un-renovated transacted PSF, and (d) units close to recently-opened MRT lines or new developments that create proximity-premium uplift. For District 15 landed (Katong / Joo Chiat / Amber Road) in December 2022, the dispersion across these categories is the more informative reading than the headline median. Use District 15 for cross-reference.
Conversely, soft-mover categories typically include 99-year leasehold stock approaching financing-window thresholds (lease <30 years), units with unfavourable orientation or noise exposure, and developments where MCST management quality has degraded. Cross-reference URA for the per-project caveats and assess which projects in District 15 landed (Katong / Joo Chiat / Amber Road) fall into which category.
The embedded chart for this landed monthly digest digest of District 15 landed (Katong / Joo Chiat / Amber Road) in December 2022 visualises the landed transacted activity trajectory. The two readings to focus on are (1) the absolute level versus the trailing-12-month mean, and (2) the direction of change across the most recent 3–4 periods. A single-period spike or trough is rarely informative; sustained directional movement across multiple periods signals a structural shift worth acting on.
For comparative context, place District 15 landed (Katong / Joo Chiat / Amber Road)’s December 2022 reading against (a) the corresponding national-level URA Property Price Index figure for the segment, and (b) the equivalent reading in adjacent districts or towns. The relative positioning — whether District 15 landed (Katong / Joo Chiat / Amber Road) is leading or lagging the national segment — informs whether the period’s reading is geography-specific or part of a broader cycle move. Use landed prices map for district-level visual comparison and landed stamp duty calculator for direct numeric benchmarking.
Looking ahead from December 2022, the forward variables for District 15 landed (Katong / Joo Chiat / Amber Road) landed transacted activity are (a) the URA Government Land Sales pipeline within a 1km radius, which determines new-supply pressure, (b) the SORA trajectory over the next 2–4 quarters, which shapes mortgage-driven affordability, and (c) any local infrastructure changes (new MRT stations, school openings, redevelopment of neighbouring plots) that could shift relative attractiveness. Track these via URA and the MAS SORA dashboard (as of 2022-12).
FAQ
How many landed transactions were recorded in District 15 in December 2022?
What was the average PSF for landed properties in District 15?
Which landed type was most traded in District 15?
How does this period compare to the same period a year ago?
Year-over-year comparison strips out seasonality. The most informative read is whether December 2022’s landed transacted activity reading is materially above or below the equivalent period one year earlier, controlling for the broader Singapore property cycle. Use the URA Property Price Index for cycle-level context.
What policy environment shaped this reading?
The reading sits within the post-April-2023 cooling-measure regime: foreigner ABSD 60%, SC second-property ABSD 20%, TDSR 55% per the MAS TDSR / cooling measures explainer. SORA-linked mortgage rates near 4.0% effective shape the affordability ceiling. These structural variables affect demand-side composition across all digest periods since 2023.
Should I act on this digest?
Honest answer: depends on holding horizon and buyer profile. For owner-occupiers with 10+ year horizons, single-period digest readings rarely trigger action. For sellers or short-horizon investors, sustained directional moves across 3–4 periods may indicate timing windows. Cross-reference your specific buyer profile via the IRAS BSD rates and CPF home ownership rules alongside the digest data.
Methodology & Sources
Numbers in this article reflect December 2022 and update every month.
Transaction data sourced from URA.
- Transaction data from URA.
- Landed types: Terrace, Semi-Detached, Detached (including Strata equivalents).
Outlier-resistant medians anchor every PSF figure shown above. Volume counts are exact transaction tallies, not estimates.
Latest recorded data point: Dec 2022 · 32 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats (landed)