Overview & Key Facts
CELESTIA is a freehold condominium at JOO CHIAT TERRACE in District 15 (RCR), developed by ECCO REALTY PTE LTD (TEAMBUILD), comprising 39 units, completed in 2010.
Location & Connectivity
CELESTIA is approximately 590m from Eunos MRT station, with 6 stations within 1.5 km.
| Station | Line | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Eunos | East-West Line | 590m |
| Kembangan | East-West Line | 1.2 km |
| Paya Lebar | East-West Line | 1.3 km |
| Paya Lebar | Circle Line | 1.3 km |
| Marine Parade | Thomson-East Coast Line | 1.3 km |
| Marine Terrace | Thomson-East Coast Line | 1.4 km |
Schools & Education
13 schools within 2 km (5 within 1 km priority zone).
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Canossa Catholic Primary School | Primary | 420m |
| Tanjong Katong Girls' School | Secondary | 770m |
| Canadian International School (Tanjong Katong) | International | 840m |
| Broadrick Secondary School | Secondary | 870m |
| EtonHouse International School (Broadrick) | International | 870m |
| Telok Kurau Primary School | Primary | 1 km |
| Tao Nan School | Primary | 1.1 km |
| Haig Girls' School | Primary | 1.1 km |
Unit Mix & Pricing
| Type | Sales | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 BR | 2 | $1,654 psf | $1,424,000 |
| 3 BR | 4 | $1,562 psf | $1,622,172 |
| 4 BR | 5 | $1,208 psf | $1,758,000 |
Market Position
CELESTIA has recorded 11 sales at an average price of $1,647,881.
Rental Yield by Bedroom Type
Blended yield hides the spread between unit sizes — smaller units at CELESTIA typically rent harder per dollar of purchase price:
| Type | Avg Rent | Avg Price | Gross Yield |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 BR | $3,404/mo | $1,424,000 | 2.87% |
| 3 BR | $3,500/mo | $1,622,172 | 2.59% |
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Price Appreciation
| Year | Sales | Avg PSF | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 4 | $1,092 psf | — |
| 2023 | 1 | $1,645 psf | ↑ 50.6% |
| 2024 | 2 | $1,532 psf | ↓ 6.9% |
| 2025 | 3 | $1,636 psf | ↑ 6.8% |
| 2026 | 1 | $1,609 psf | ↓ 1.7% |
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From the 2023 high, CELESTIA prices have given back 2.2% — still 47.3% above the 2021 baseline.
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
- With just 4 sales in the trailing year, pricing signals are indicative rather than definitive; expect wider bid-ask spreads when you negotiate.
- The 39-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
The profile fits empty nesters / downsizers, car-owning households, p1 school balloting families and long-term hold (10+ yr) best. Manageable scale and accessibility profile work for buyers right-sizing from a larger home.
young couples (no kids) should treat this as a shortlist candidate, not a default choice.
It is a weaker fit for yield-focused investors and resort facilities — other options likely serve them better. RCR (Rest of Central Region) location with rental demand profile worth running through our Rental Yield Calculator.
Verdict
CELESTIA is a freehold development in District 15 (RCR), with 39 units, offering a gross yield of 2.3%.
At ~$1,630 psf, it sits at a city-fringe price point balancing accessibility and value.
Explore the full CELESTIA dashboard for interactive analytics.
HDB Alternatives Nearby
Weighing CELESTIA against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:
- Geylang — 4-room average $761,443 (430m away), an upgrader gap of about $900,000
- Bedok — 4-room average $659,895 (1.2 km away), an upgrader gap of about $1,000,000
- Marine Parade — 4-room average $648,065 (1.2 km away), an upgrader gap of about $1,000,000
FAQ
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Sources & Next Steps
- CELESTIA 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: 11 transactions
- Rental data: 22 leases
- Source: URA REALIS
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.
Latest recorded data point: Feb 2026 · 11 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats