Overview & Key Facts
IDYLLIC RESIDENCES is a freehold condominium at LORONG M TELOK KURAU in District 15 (OCR), developed by HILLWOOD DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD, comprising 29 units, completed in 2009.
Location & Connectivity
IDYLLIC RESIDENCES is approximately 450m from Marine Terrace MRT station, with 5 stations within 1.5 km.
| Station | Line | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Marine Terrace | Thomson-East Coast Line | 450m |
| Kembangan | East-West Line | 1.1 km |
| Marine Parade | Thomson-East Coast Line | 1.2 km |
| Siglap | Thomson-East Coast Line | 1.5 km |
| Eunos | East-West Line | 1.5 km |
Schools & Education
13 schools within 2 km (1 within 1 km priority zone).
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Telok Kurau Primary School | Primary | 240m |
| Chung Cheng High School (Main) | Secondary | 1.1 km |
| East Coast Primary School | Primary | 1.3 km |
| Global Indian International School (GIIS East Coast) | International | 1.3 km |
| Tanjong Katong Girls' School | Secondary | 1.4 km |
| Canadian International School (Tanjong Katong) | International | 1.4 km |
| Canossa Catholic Primary School | Primary | 1.4 km |
| CHIJ (Katong) Primary | Primary | 1.4 km |
Unit Mix & Pricing
| Type | Sales | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 BR | 2 | $1,438 psf | $1,362,500 |
| 3 BR | 2 | $1,592 psf | $1,822,500 |
| 4 BR | 1 | $1,316 psf | $2,380,000 |
| 5+ BR | 2 | $1,196 psf | $2,410,000 |
Market Position
IDYLLIC RESIDENCES has recorded 7 sales at an average price of $1,938,571.
Rental Yield by Bedroom Type
Blended yield hides the spread between unit sizes — smaller units at IDYLLIC RESIDENCES typically rent harder per dollar of purchase price:
| Type | Avg Rent | Avg Price | Gross Yield |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 BR | $3,428/mo | $1,362,500 | 3.02% |
| 3 BR | $4,400/mo | $1,822,500 | 2.90% |
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Price Appreciation
| Year | Sales | Avg PSF | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 | $1,293 psf | — |
| 2022 | 1 | $1,074 psf | ↓ 16.9% |
| 2023 | 1 | $1,544 psf | ↑ 43.7% |
| 2024 | 2 | $1,317 psf | ↓ 14.7% |
| 2025 | 1 | $1,639 psf | ↑ 24.5% |
| 2026 | 1 | $1,584 psf | ↓ 3.4% |
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From the 2025 high, IDYLLIC RESIDENCES prices have given back 3.4% — still 22.4% 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 2 sales in the trailing year, pricing signals are indicative rather than definitive; expect wider bid-ask spreads when you negotiate.
- The 29-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 mrt-walkable commuters, long-term hold (10+ yr), freehold / generational hold and boutique low-density (<100 units) best. Located ~452m from Marine Terrace MRT, this property is a comfortable daily walk for transit commuters.
For empty nesters / downsizers and car-owning households, it can work — but weigh the trade-offs before committing.
yield-focused investors and short-term flippers (<5 yr) should probably look elsewhere. OCR (Outside Central Region) location with rental demand profile worth running through our Rental Yield Calculator.
Verdict
IDYLLIC RESIDENCES is a freehold development in District 15 (OCR), with 29 units, offering a gross yield of 2.2%.
At ~$1,612 psf, it represents a competitive entry point in the OCR segment.
Explore the full IDYLLIC RESIDENCES dashboard for interactive analytics.
HDB Alternatives Nearby
Weighing IDYLLIC RESIDENCES against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:
- Marine Parade — 4-room average $648,065 (530m away), an upgrader gap of about $1,300,000
- Bedok — 4-room average $659,895 (1.4 km away), an upgrader gap of about $1,300,000
- Geylang — 4-room average $761,443 (1.4 km away), an upgrader gap of about $1,200,000
FAQ
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Sources & Next Steps
- IDYLLIC RESIDENCES 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: 7 transactions
- Rental data: 33 leases
- Source: URA REALIS
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.
Latest recorded data point: Jan 2026 · 7 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats