Overview & Key Facts
KATONG GARDENS is a freehold condominium at TEMBELING ROAD in District 15 (RCR), developed by PAX REALTY & DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD, comprising 80 units, completed in 1984.
Location & Connectivity
KATONG GARDENS is approximately 680m from Marine Parade MRT station, with 4 stations within 1.5 km.
| Station | Line | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Marine Parade | Thomson-East Coast Line | 680m |
| Marine Terrace | Thomson-East Coast Line | 910m |
| Eunos | East-West Line | 1.3 km |
| Tanjong Katong | Thomson-East Coast Line | 1.4 km |
Schools & Education
12 schools within 2 km (8 within 1 km priority zone).
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Canadian International School (Tanjong Katong) | International | 520m |
| Tanjong Katong Girls' School | Secondary | 530m |
| Broadrick Secondary School | Secondary | 620m |
| EtonHouse International School (Broadrick) | International | 620m |
| CHIJ (Katong) Primary | Primary | 640m |
| Tao Nan School | Primary | 820m |
| Tanjong Katong Primary School | Primary | 970m |
| Telok Kurau Primary School | Primary | 970m |
Market Position
KATONG GARDENS has recorded 6 sales at an average price of $2,990,000.
Price Appreciation
| Year | Sales | Avg PSF | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1 | $1,360 psf | — |
| 2022 | 3 | $1,396 psf | ↑ 2.6% |
| 2024 | 1 | $1,719 psf | ↑ 23.2% |
| 2026 | 1 | $1,940 psf | ↑ 12.8% |
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The latest reading marks the highest point in this series — KATONG GARDENS prices have climbed 42.6% since 2021.
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 1 sales in the trailing year, pricing signals are indicative rather than definitive; expect wider bid-ask spreads when you negotiate.
- At 42+ years of age, upkeep costs trend upward and renovation budgets matter; some owners here are effectively holding an en-bloc option.
Best suited for
Who This Actually Suits
This is a strong match for empty nesters / downsizers, car-owning households, international school families and long-term hold (10+ yr). Manageable scale and accessibility profile work for buyers right-sizing from a larger home.
For en-bloc speculators and foreign / absd-aware buyers, it can work — but weigh the trade-offs before committing.
It is a weaker fit for yield-focused investors and short-term flippers (<5 yr) — other options likely serve them better. RCR (Rest of Central Region) location with rental demand profile worth running through our Rental Yield Calculator.
One caution flagged here: avoid if mrt-dependent — MRT access is meaningfully constrained — transit-dependent buyers should consider better-connected alternatives.
Verdict
KATONG GARDENS is a freehold development in District 15 (RCR), with 80 units, offering a gross yield of 2.2%.
At ~$1,940 psf, it sits at a city-fringe price point balancing accessibility and value.
Explore the full KATONG GARDENS dashboard for interactive analytics.
HDB Alternatives Nearby
Weighing KATONG GARDENS against staying public? These HDB towns sit within walking or short-drive distance:
- Marine Parade — 4-room average $648,065 (590m away), an upgrader gap of about $2,350,000
- Geylang — 4-room average $761,443 (920m away), an upgrader gap of about $2,250,000
- Bedok — 4-room average $659,895 (1.7 km away), an upgrader gap of about $2,350,000
FAQ
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Sources & Next Steps
- KATONG GARDENS 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: 72 leases
- Source: URA REALIS
Median values used to minimise outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.
Latest recorded data point: Apr 2026 · 6 records analysed · Source: URA private-sale caveats