La Vida @ 130
La Vida @ 130 is a freehold condominium located in District 15 (Joo Chiat, Amber Road, Katong), part of the Outside Central Region (OCR). Completed in 2014, the development comprises 43 units. This page tracks recorded sale prices, rental contracts and yield trends from URA data.
Overview & Key Facts
LA VIDA @ 130 is a freehold condominium at LORONG K TELOK KURAU in District 15 (OCR), developed by CHAHAYA REALTY PTE LTD, comprising 43 units, completed in 2014.
Location & Connectivity
LA VIDA @ 130 is approximately 770m from Marine Terrace MRT station, with 4 stations within 1.5 km.
| Station | Line | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Marine Terrace | Thomson-East Coast Line | 770m |
| Kembangan | East-West Line | 850m |
| Siglap | Thomson-East Coast Line | 1.3 km |
| Eunos | East-West Line | 1.5 km |
Schools & Education
13 schools within 2 km (2 within 1 km priority zone).
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Telok Kurau Primary School | Primary | 180m |
| Chung Cheng High School (Main) | Secondary | 820m |
| East Coast Primary School | Primary | 1.1 km |
| Global Indian International School (GIIS East Coast) | International | 1.1 km |
| Canossa Catholic Primary School | Primary | 1.5 km |
| Tanjong Katong Girls' School | Secondary | 1.7 km |
| Canadian International School (Tanjong Katong) | International | 1.7 km |
| Broadrick Secondary School | Secondary | 1.8 km |
Unit Mix & Pricing
| Type | Sales | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 5 | $1,432 psf | $672,978 |
| 1 BR | 1 | $1,355 psf | $875,000 |
| 2 BR | 3 | $1,270 psf | $1,030,000 |
| 3 BR | 1 | $1,310 psf | $1,735,000 |
Market Position
LA VIDA @ 130 has recorded 10 sales at an average price of $906,489.
Rental Yield by Bedroom Type
Blended yield hides the spread between unit sizes — smaller units at LA VIDA @ 130 typically rent harder per dollar of purchase price. The final column shows monthly rent per $100,000 invested, so unit sizes compare on equal capital:
| Type | Avg Rent | Avg Price | Gross Yield | Rent per $100k |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 BR | $2,436/mo | $875,000 | 3.34% | $278/mo |
| 2 BR | $3,305/mo | $1,030,000 | 3.85% | $321/mo |
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Price Appreciation
| Year | Sales | Avg PSF | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 5 | $1,380 psf | — |
| 2022 | 1 | $1,084 psf | ↓ 21.4% |
| 2023 | 1 | $1,618 psf | ↑ 49.3% |
| 2024 | 2 | $1,378 psf | ↓ 14.9% |
| 2025 | 1 | $1,281 psf | ↓ 7.0% |
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LA VIDA @ 130 prices have cooled 20.8% from the 2023 peak, yet remain 7.1% below where the series began in 2021.
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
- Only 0 transactions were recorded in the past 12 months, so the price figures here rest on a thin sample — a single outlier deal can move the averages.
- At 43 units, this is a boutique development — fewer comparable sales to anchor valuations, and maintenance costs spread across a smaller fee base.
Best suited for
Who This Actually Suits
Buyers most likely to be happy here: empty nesters / downsizers, yield-focused investors, long-term hold (10+ yr) and freehold / generational hold. Manageable scale and accessibility profile work for buyers right-sizing from a larger home.
car-owning households should treat this as a shortlist candidate, not a default choice.
mrt-walkable commuters and resort facilities should probably look elsewhere. MRT proximity is the standout commute feature for daily transit users.
Verdict
LA VIDA @ 130 is a freehold development in District 15 (OCR), with 43 units, offering a gross yield of 3.4%.
At ~$1,281 psf, it represents a competitive entry point in the OCR segment.
Explore the full LA VIDA @ 130 dashboard for interactive analytics.
HDB Alternatives Nearby
Weighing LA VIDA @ 130 against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:
- Marine Parade — 4-room average $648,065 (780m away), an upgrader gap of about $250,000
- Bedok — 4-room average $659,895 (1.1 km away), an upgrader gap of about $250,000
- Geylang — 4-room average $761,443 (1.4 km away), an upgrader gap of about $150,000
FAQ
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Sources & Next Steps
- LA VIDA @ 130 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: 10 transactions
- Rental data: 117 leases
- Source: URA
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.
Latest recorded data point: Apr 2025 · 10 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats