Overview & Key Facts
AURA 83 is a freehold condominium at DUKU ROAD in District 15 (RCR), developed by DEVELOPMENT 83 PTE LTD, comprising 51 units, completed in 2016.
Location & Connectivity
AURA 83 is approximately 920m from Marine Parade MRT station, with 4 stations within 1.5 km.
| Station | Line | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Marine Parade | Thomson-East Coast Line | 920m |
| Marine Terrace | Thomson-East Coast Line | 930m |
| Eunos | East-West Line | 1.1 km |
| Kembangan | East-West Line | 1.3 km |
Schools & Education
12 schools within 2 km (8 within 1 km priority zone).
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tanjong Katong Girls' School | Secondary | 660m |
| Canadian International School (Tanjong Katong) | International | 680m |
| Broadrick Secondary School | Secondary | 760m |
| EtonHouse International School (Broadrick) | International | 760m |
| Telok Kurau Primary School | Primary | 810m |
| Canossa Catholic Primary School | Primary | 870m |
| CHIJ (Katong) Primary | Primary | 870m |
| Tao Nan School | Primary | 970m |
Unit Mix & Pricing
| Type | Sales | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 3 | $1,678 psf | $812,667 |
| 1 BR | 2 | $1,588 psf | $904,000 |
| 2 BR | 4 | $1,548 psf | $1,203,972 |
| 3 BR | 2 | $1,487 psf | $1,665,000 |
| 4 BR | 4 | $1,308 psf | $2,083,750 |
Market Position
AURA 83 has recorded 15 sales at an average price of $1,381,793.
Rental Yield by Bedroom Type
Blended yield hides the spread between unit sizes — smaller units at AURA 83 typically rent harder per dollar of purchase price:
| Type | Avg Rent | Avg Price | Gross Yield |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 BR | $2,989/mo | $904,000 | 3.97% |
| 2 BR | $3,189/mo | $1,203,972 | 3.18% |
| 3 BR | $3,975/mo | $1,665,000 | 2.86% |
| 4 BR | $4,442/mo | $2,083,750 | 2.56% |
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Price Appreciation
| Year | Sales | Avg PSF | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4 | $1,479 psf | — |
| 2022 | 5 | $1,467 psf | ↓ 0.8% |
| 2023 | 3 | $1,490 psf | ↑ 1.5% |
| 2024 | 1 | $1,668 psf | ↑ 12.0% |
| 2025 | 1 | $1,742 psf | ↑ 4.4% |
| 2026 | 1 | $1,475 psf | ↓ 15.3% |
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AURA 83 prices have cooled 15.3% from the 2025 peak, yet remain 0.3% below where the series began in 2021.
Price Index Check
The ShiokNest Price Index for District 15 reads 117.7 as of June 2026 — down 9.0% 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 | 912 |
| EMERALD OF KATONG | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2023 | $2,640 psf | 844 |
| THE CONTINUUM | Freehold | $2,790 psf | 781 |
| TEMBUSU GRAND | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2022 | $2,467 psf | 644 |
| AMBER PARK | Freehold | $2,548 psf | 396 |
What Could Work Against You
- Only 1 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 51 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
This is a strong match for families with young children, car-owning households, yield-focused investors and long-term hold (10+ yr). Family-suitable layout and RCR (Rest of Central Region) location with established school catchments nearby.
Verdict
AURA 83 is a freehold development in District 15 (RCR), with 51 units, offering a gross yield of 3.0%.
At ~$1,609 psf, it sits at a city-fringe price point balancing accessibility and value.
Explore the full AURA 83 dashboard for interactive analytics.
HDB Alternatives Nearby
Weighing AURA 83 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 $750,000
- Geylang — 4-room average $761,443 (880m away), an upgrader gap of about $600,000
- Bedok — 4-room average $659,895 (1.4 km away), an upgrader gap of about $700,000
FAQ
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Sources & Next Steps
- AURA 83 Dashboard — Live charts and analytics
- URA REALIS — 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: 15 transactions
- Rental data: 70 leases
- Source: URA REALIS
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.
Latest recorded data point: Jun 2026 · 15 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats