Duku Apartments
Duku Apartments is a freehold condominium located in District 15 (Joo Chiat, Amber Road, Katong), part of the Rest of Central Region (RCR). The development was completed in 2000. Sale and rental figures on this page are compiled from URA transaction records.
Overview & Key Facts
DUKU APARTMENTS is a freehold condominium at DUKU ROAD in District 15 (RCR), developed by , completed in 2000.
Location & Connectivity
DUKU APARTMENTS is approximately 890m from Marine Parade MRT station, with 4 stations within 1.5 km.
| Station | Line | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Marine Parade | Thomson-East Coast Line | 890m |
| Marine Terrace | Thomson-East Coast Line | 940m |
| Eunos | East-West Line | 1.1 km |
| Kembangan | East-West Line | 1.4 km |
Schools & Education
12 schools within 2 km (8 within 1 km priority zone).
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tanjong Katong Girls' School | Secondary | 630m |
| Canadian International School (Tanjong Katong) | International | 640m |
| Broadrick Secondary School | Secondary | 720m |
| EtonHouse International School (Broadrick) | International | 720m |
| CHIJ (Katong) Primary | Primary | 830m |
| Telok Kurau Primary School | Primary | 840m |
| Canossa Catholic Primary School | Primary | 880m |
| Tao Nan School | Primary | 940m |
Market Position
DUKU APARTMENTS has recorded 1 sale at an average price of $1,390,000.
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.
Best suited for
Who This Actually Suits
This is a strong match for families with young children, car-owning households, long-term hold (10+ yr) and en-bloc speculators. Family-suitable layout and RCR (Rest of Central Region) location with established school catchments nearby.
For young couples (no kids), empty nesters / downsizers and cbd walking distance, it can work — but weigh the trade-offs before committing.
It is a weaker fit for yield-focused investors — other options likely serve them better. RCR (Rest of Central Region) location with rental demand profile worth running through our Rental Yield Calculator.
Verdict
DUKU APARTMENTS is a freehold development in District 15 (RCR), offering a gross yield of 2.9%.
Explore the full DUKU APARTMENTS dashboard for interactive analytics.
HDB Alternatives Nearby
Weighing DUKU APARTMENTS against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:
- Marine Parade — 4-room average $648,065 (760m away), an upgrader gap of about $750,000
- Geylang — 4-room average $761,443 (890m away), an upgrader gap of about $650,000
- Bedok — 4-room average $659,895 (1.5 km away), an upgrader gap of about $750,000
FAQ
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Sources & Next Steps
- DUKU APARTMENTS 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: 1 transaction
- Rental data: 2 leases
- Source: URA
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.
Latest recorded data point: Sep 2023 · 1 record analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats