ISLAND VIEW Review

Condo Review 4 min read Last reviewed
District 5 · Freehold · Completed 1984
~$1,366Avg PSF (12-month)
72Total units
Category Ratings
Walkability
5.5
Investment
5.9
En-Bloc Potential
6.7
ShiokNest Score
5.9

Overview & Key Facts

ISLAND VIEW is a freehold condominium at JALAN MAT JAMBOL in District 5 (RCR), developed by ISLAND HOMES DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD, comprising 72 units, completed in 1984.

Developer
ISLAND HOMES DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD
Tenure
Freehold
Total units
72
TOP year
1984
District
5 — RCR
Street
JALAN MAT JAMBOL

Location & Connectivity

ISLAND VIEW is approximately 440m from Pasir Panjang MRT station, with 3 stations within 1.5 km.

MRT stations near ISLAND VIEW
StationLineDistance
Pasir PanjangCircle Line440m
Haw Par VillaCircle Line1.2 km
Labrador ParkCircle Line1.5 km

Schools & Education

6 schools within 2 km.

Schools near ISLAND VIEW
SchoolTypeDistance
Dulwich College (Singapore)International1.4 km
Alexandra Primary SchoolPrimary1.5 km
Queenstown Primary SchoolPrimary1.8 km
Crescent Girls' SchoolSecondary1.9 km
Queensway Secondary SchoolSecondary2 km
Global Indian International School (GIIS Queenstown)International2 km

Market Position

ISLAND VIEW has recorded 10 sales at an average price of $4,707,000.

ISLAND VIEW sits at the 30th percentile of District 5 condo PSF.
$1,366 psf
Avg PSF (12mo)
$4,707,000
Avg Price
2.2%
Gross Yield
10
Total Sales

Price Appreciation

PSF trend for ISLAND VIEW
YearSalesAvg PSFYoY
20212$1,282 psf
20221$1,455 psf↑ 13.5%
20232$1,365 psf↓ 6.2%
20241$1,372 psf↑ 0.5%
20252$1,432 psf↑ 4.4%
20262$1,300 psf↓ 9.2%

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From the 2022 high, ISLAND VIEW prices have given back 10.6% — still 1.4% above the 2021 baseline.

Price Index Check

The ShiokNest Price Index for District 5 reads 136.5 as of June 2026 — down 4.3% 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 5 competitors
CondoTenureAvg PSFSales
LANDED HOUSING DEVELOPMENTFreehold$1,856 psf6215
NORMANTON PARK99 yrs lease commencing from 2019$1,868 psf1431
PARC CLEMATIS99 yrs lease commencing from 2019$1,896 psf1426
ELTA99 yrs lease commencing from 2024$2,558 psf412
FABER RESIDENCE99 yrs lease commencing from 2025$2,159 psf383

What Could Work Against You

  • With just 3 sales in the trailing year, pricing signals are indicative rather than definitive; expect wider bid-ask spreads when you negotiate.
  • The 72-unit size cuts both ways: exclusivity, but thinner resale liquidity and higher per-unit maintenance contributions than larger estates.
  • At 42+ years of age, upkeep costs trend upward and renovation budgets matter; some owners here are effectively holding an en-bloc option.

Who This Actually Suits

Buyers most likely to be happy here: multi-generational families, empty nesters / downsizers, mrt-walkable commuters and tertiary student housing. Larger unit configurations or dual-key layouts make this viable for 3-generation households.

For yield-focused investors, en-bloc speculators and foreign / absd-aware buyers, it can work — but weigh the trade-offs before committing.

first-time hdb upgraders should probably look elsewhere. RCR (Rest of Central Region) pricing sits within reach of HDB upgraders banking proceeds from a mature-estate resale.


Verdict

ISLAND VIEW is a freehold development in District 5 (RCR), with 72 units, offering a gross yield of 2.2%.

At ~$1,366 psf, it sits at a city-fringe price point balancing accessibility and value.

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HDB Alternatives Nearby

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

  • Kallang/whampoa — 4-room average $882,887 (160m away), an upgrader gap of about $3,800,000
  • Bukit Merah — 4-room average $894,787 (1.4 km away), an upgrader gap of about $3,800,000
  • Queenstown — 4-room average $1,002,705 (1.6 km away), an upgrader gap of about $3,700,000

FAQ

What is the average PSF for ISLAND VIEW?
The 12-month average is approximately $1,366 psf.
Is ISLAND VIEW freehold?
Yes, ISLAND VIEW is a freehold property.
What is the rental yield for ISLAND VIEW?
The estimated gross yield is 2.2%.
Which MRT is nearest to ISLAND VIEW?
The nearest is Pasir Panjang MRT at 440m.

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: 10 transactions
  • Rental data: 105 leases
  • Source: URA REALIS

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

Data as of February 2026

Latest recorded data point: Feb 2026 · 10 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats

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