IDYLLIC EAST Review

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District 16 · Freehold · Completed 2011
~$1,320Avg PSF (12-month)
34Total units
Category Ratings
Walkability
5.5
Investment
4.6
En-Bloc Potential
4.0
ShiokNest Score
3.5

Overview & Key Facts

IDYLLIC EAST is a freehold condominium at UPPER EAST COAST ROAD in District 16 (OCR), developed by HILLWOOD DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD, comprising 34 units, completed in 2011.

Developer
HILLWOOD DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD
Tenure
Freehold
Total units
34
TOP year
2011
District
16 — OCR
Street
UPPER EAST COAST ROAD

Location & Connectivity

IDYLLIC EAST is approximately 190m from Bedok South MRT station, with 4 stations within 1.5 km.

MRT stations near IDYLLIC EAST
StationLineDistance
Bedok SouthThomson-East Coast Line190m
BayshoreThomson-East Coast Line740m
Sungei BedokThomson-East Coast Line1.2 km
Tanah MerahEast-West Line1.2 km

Schools & Education

12 schools within 2 km (2 within 1 km priority zone).

Schools near IDYLLIC EAST
SchoolTypeDistance
Bedok South Secondary SchoolSecondary210m
Yu Neng Primary SchoolPrimary650m
Bedok View Secondary SchoolSecondary1 km
Opera Estate Primary SchoolPrimary1 km
Bedok Green Primary SchoolPrimary1 km
Dunman High SchoolSecondary1.2 km
Dunman High School (JC)Jc1.2 km
Fengshan Primary SchoolPrimary1.3 km

Unit Mix & Pricing

Unit mix for IDYLLIC EAST
TypeSalesAvg PSFAvg Price
3 BR4$1,322 psf$1,437,500
4 BR2$1,256 psf$2,229,000
5+ BR2$1,219 psf$2,335,000

Market Position

IDYLLIC EAST has recorded 8 sales at an average price of $1,859,750.

IDYLLIC EAST sits at the 37th percentile of District 16 condo PSF.
$1,320 psf
Avg PSF (12mo)
$1,859,750
Avg Price
2.3%
Gross Yield
8
Total Sales

Rental Yield by Bedroom Type

Blended yield hides the spread between unit sizes — smaller units at IDYLLIC EAST typically rent harder per dollar of purchase price:

Per-bedroom gross yield at IDYLLIC EAST
TypeAvg RentAvg PriceGross Yield
3 BR$3,947/mo$1,437,5003.29%
4 BR$5,000/mo$2,229,0002.69%

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Price Appreciation

PSF trend for IDYLLIC EAST
YearSalesAvg PSFYoY
20216$1,276 psf
20231$1,260 psf↓ 1.3%
20251$1,320 psf↑ 4.8%

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The latest reading marks the highest point in this series — IDYLLIC EAST prices have climbed 3.4% since 2021.

Price Index Check

The ShiokNest Price Index for District 16 reads 130.8 as of June 2026 — up 7.1% 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 16 competitors
CondoTenureAvg PSFSales
PINERY RESIDENCES99 years leasehold$2,551 psf551
VELA BAY99 years leasehold$2,869 psf371
SCENECA RESIDENCE99 yrs lease commencing from 2021$2,085 psf270
THE BAYSHORE99-year leasehold$1,237 psf251
THE GLADES99 yrs lease commencing from 2013$1,615 psf230

What Could Work Against You

  • With just 1 sales in the trailing year, pricing signals are indicative rather than definitive; expect wider bid-ask spreads when you negotiate.
  • The 34-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 empty nesters / downsizers, mrt-walkable commuters, long-term hold (10+ yr) and freehold / generational hold best. Manageable scale and accessibility profile work for buyers right-sizing from a larger home.

yield-focused investors should treat this as a shortlist candidate, not a default choice.

short-term flippers (<5 yr) and resort facilities should probably look elsewhere. TOP 2011 keeps the SSD window in mind for buyers exploring the 3-5 year resale-arbitrage strategy.


Verdict

IDYLLIC EAST is a freehold development in District 16 (OCR), with 34 units, offering a gross yield of 2.3%.

At ~$1,320 psf, it represents a competitive entry point in the OCR segment.

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HDB Alternatives Nearby

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

  • Bedok — 4-room average $659,895 (160m away), an upgrader gap of about $1,200,000

FAQ

What is the average PSF for IDYLLIC EAST?
The 12-month average is approximately $1,320 psf.
Is IDYLLIC EAST freehold?
Yes, IDYLLIC EAST is a freehold property.
What is the rental yield for IDYLLIC EAST?
The estimated gross yield is 2.3%.
Which MRT is nearest to IDYLLIC EAST?
The nearest is Bedok South MRT at 190m.

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: 8 transactions
  • Rental data: 31 leases
  • Source: URA REALIS

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

Data as of October 2025

Latest recorded data point: Oct 2025 · 8 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats

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