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 | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 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 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 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: 6 transactions
- Rental data: 28 leases
- Source: URA REALIS
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