CRYSTAL DEW Review

Condo Review 4 min read Last reviewed
District 14 · Freehold · Completed 2004
Avg PSF (12-month)
14Total units
Category Ratings
Walkability
9.0
En-Bloc Potential
5.2
ShiokNest Score
6.4

Overview & Key Facts

CRYSTAL DEW is a freehold condominium at GEYLANG EAST AVENUE 1 in District 14 (RCR), developed by , comprising 14 units, completed in 2004.

Developer
Tenure
Freehold
Total units
14
TOP year
2004
District
14 — RCR
Street
GEYLANG EAST AVENUE 1

Location & Connectivity

CRYSTAL DEW is approximately 260m from Aljunied MRT station, with 8 stations within 1.5 km.

MRT stations near CRYSTAL DEW
StationLineDistance
AljuniedEast-West Line260m
Paya LebarEast-West Line900m
Paya LebarCircle Line900m
DakotaCircle Line920m
MountbattenCircle Line1.2 km
MattarDowntown Line1.2 km

Schools & Education

14 schools within 2 km (4 within 1 km priority zone).

Schools near CRYSTAL DEW
SchoolTypeDistance
Geylang Methodist School (Primary)Primary400m
Geylang Methodist School (Secondary)Secondary470m
Kong Hwa SchoolPrimary570m
One World International School (Mountbatten)International840m
Macpherson Primary SchoolPrimary1.2 km
Haig Girls' SchoolPrimary1.3 km
Paya Lebar Methodist Girls' SchoolSecondary1.5 km
Tanjong Katong Primary SchoolPrimary1.7 km

Market Position

CRYSTAL DEW has recorded 2 sales at an average price of $1,607,500.

CRYSTAL DEW sits at the 19th percentile of District 14 condo PSF.
Avg PSF (12mo)
$1,607,500
Avg Price
4.3%
Gross Yield
2
Total Sales

Price Appreciation

PSF trend for CRYSTAL DEW
YearSalesAvg PSFYoY
20211$1,024 psf
20221$1,156 psf↑ 12.9%

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Price Index Check

The ShiokNest Price Index for District 14 reads 121.5 as of June 2026 — down 8.2% 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

District 14 competitors
CondoTenureAvg PSFSales
PARC ESTA99 yrs lease commencing from 2018$2,187 psf493
SIMS URBAN OASIS99 yrs lease commencing from 2014$1,765 psf373
PENROSE99 yrs lease commencing from 2019$1,933 psf359
EUHABITAT99 yrs lease commencing from 2010$1,330 psf243
THE ANTARES99 yrs lease commencing from 2018$1,834 psf229

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 14-unit size cuts both ways: exclusivity, but thinner resale liquidity and higher per-unit maintenance contributions than larger estates.

Who This Actually Suits

The profile fits families with young children, mrt-walkable commuters, cbd walking distance and long-term hold (10+ yr) best. Family-suitable layout and RCR (Rest of Central Region) location with established school catchments nearby.

For yield-focused investors, it can work — but weigh the trade-offs before committing.

It is a weaker fit for short-term flippers (<5 yr) and resort facilities — other options likely serve them better. TOP 2004 keeps the SSD window in mind for buyers exploring the 3-5 year resale-arbitrage strategy.


Verdict

CRYSTAL DEW is a freehold development in District 14 (RCR), with 14 units, offering a gross yield of 4.3%.

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HDB Alternatives Nearby

Weighing CRYSTAL DEW against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:

  • Geylang — 4-room average $761,443 (50m away), an upgrader gap of about $850,000
  • Kallang/whampoa — 4-room average $882,887 (1.2 km away), an upgrader gap of about $700,000

FAQ

What is the average PSF for CRYSTAL DEW?
PSF data is not yet available.
Is CRYSTAL DEW freehold?
Yes, CRYSTAL DEW is a freehold property.
What is the rental yield for CRYSTAL DEW?
The estimated gross yield is 4.3%.
Which MRT is nearest to CRYSTAL DEW?
The nearest is Aljunied MRT at 260m.

Sources & Next Steps

Methodology & Sources

This analysis covers All available years and refreshes as new data becomes available.

Transaction data sourced from URA REALIS.

  • Sales data: 2 transactions
  • Rental data: 2 leases
  • Source: URA REALIS

Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.

Data as of July 2022

Latest recorded data point: Jul 2022 · 2 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats

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