Costa Este
Costa Este is a freehold condominium in District 15 (Joo Chiat, Amber Road, Katong), within Singapore's Outside Central Region (OCR). The development was completed in 2009 and comprises 28 units. This page tracks recorded sale prices, rental contracts and yield trends from URA data.
Overview & Key Facts
COSTA ESTE is a freehold condominium at LORONG K TELOK KURAU in District 15 (OCR), developed by GRAND CITY INVESTMENT PTE LTD, comprising 28 units, completed in 2009.
Location & Connectivity
COSTA ESTE is approximately 760m from Marine Terrace MRT station, with 4 stations within 1.5 km.
| Station | Line | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Marine Terrace | Thomson-East Coast Line | 760m |
| Kembangan | East-West Line | 1 km |
| Eunos | East-West Line | 1.1 km |
| Marine Parade | Thomson-East Coast Line | 1.2 km |
Schools & Education
13 schools within 2 km (1 within 1 km priority zone).
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Telok Kurau Primary School | Primary | 430m |
| Canossa Catholic Primary School | Primary | 1 km |
| Tanjong Katong Girls' School | Secondary | 1.1 km |
| Canadian International School (Tanjong Katong) | International | 1.1 km |
| Broadrick Secondary School | Secondary | 1.2 km |
| EtonHouse International School (Broadrick) | International | 1.2 km |
| CHIJ (Katong) Primary | Primary | 1.2 km |
| Tao Nan School | Primary | 1.4 km |
Unit Mix & Pricing
| Type | Sales | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 BR | 5 | $1,354 psf | $1,122,000 |
| 4 BR | 1 | $1,243 psf | $1,780,000 |
Market Position
COSTA ESTE has recorded 6 sales at an average price of $1,231,667.
Price Appreciation
| Year | Sales | Avg PSF | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 2 | $1,213 psf | — |
| 2022 | 1 | $1,333 psf | ↑ 9.9% |
| 2023 | 2 | $1,506 psf | ↑ 13.0% |
| 2024 | 1 | $1,243 psf | ↓ 17.4% |
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From the 2023 high, COSTA ESTE prices have given back 17.4% — still 2.5% above the 2021 baseline.
Price Index Check
The ShiokNest Price Index for District 15 reads 110.5 as of June 2026 — down 9.3% year-on-year. The index tracks repeat-sales price movement, so it is less distorted by shifts in what happens to be transacting than a raw average PSF.
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Neighbourhood Comparison
| Condo | Tenure | Avg PSF | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| GRAND DUNMAN | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2022 | $2,536 psf | 913 |
| EMERALD OF KATONG | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2023 | $2,640 psf | 844 |
| THE CONTINUUM | Freehold | $2,790 psf | 783 |
| TEMBUSU GRAND | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2022 | $2,467 psf | 645 |
| AMBER PARK | Freehold | $2,549 psf | 397 |
What Could Work Against You
- With just 0 sales in the trailing year, pricing signals are indicative rather than definitive; expect wider bid-ask spreads when you negotiate.
- The 28-unit size cuts both ways: exclusivity, but thinner resale liquidity and higher per-unit maintenance contributions than larger estates.
Best suited for
Who This Actually Suits
Buyers most likely to be happy here: p1 school balloting families, international school families, yield-focused investors and long-term hold (10+ yr). Sits within the 1km MOE catchment of one or more popular primary schools — confirm exact distance for your target school.
For mrt-walkable commuters and car-owning households, it can work — but weigh the trade-offs before committing.
It is a weaker fit for resort facilities — other options likely serve them better. Resort-grade amenity stack including multiple pools, clubhouse, and recreational facilities.
One caution flagged here: avoid if mrt-dependent — MRT access is meaningfully constrained — transit-dependent buyers should consider better-connected alternatives.
Verdict
COSTA ESTE is a freehold development in District 15 (OCR), with 28 units, offering a gross yield of 3.3%.
Explore the full COSTA ESTE dashboard for interactive analytics.
HDB Alternatives Nearby
Weighing COSTA ESTE against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:
- Marine Parade — 4-room average $648,065 (800m away), an upgrader gap of about $600,000
- Geylang — 4-room average $761,443 (1.1 km away), an upgrader gap of about $450,000
- Bedok — 4-room average $659,895 (1.2 km away), an upgrader gap of about $550,000
FAQ
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Sources & Next Steps
- COSTA ESTE Dashboard — Live charts and analytics
- URA — Official transaction data
- District 15 (Joo Chiat, Amber Road, Katong) — District 15 neighbourhood guide
Methodology & Sources
This analysis covers All available years and refreshes as new data becomes available.
Transaction data sourced from URA REALIS.
- Sales data: 6 transactions
- Rental data: 28 leases
- Source: URA
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.
Latest recorded data point: Mar 2024 · 6 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats