Serenity Breeze
Overview & Key Facts
Serenity Breeze occupies a quiet stretch of Lorong J Telok Kurau in District 15 — one of Singapore’s most sought-after residential addresses for buyers who prize low-rise living, East Coast greenery, and freehold tenure in a landed-feel neighbourhood. Developed by Success Century Group Pte Ltd and completed in 2017, this boutique development comprises just 12 units spread across five storeys, making it one of the smallest and most exclusive private condominiums in the Telok Kurau enclave.
The development’s architectural language reflects the character of its street: clean concrete lines, warm timber accents, water features integrated with lush greenery, and a restrained colour palette that sits comfortably among the landed homes and low-rise apartments that dominate this stretch of D15. With only 12 units, Serenity Breeze operates less like a condo and more like a private residential club — a deliberate positioning that attracts a very specific buyer profile.
The unit mix spans two-bedroom, three-bedroom, and penthouse configurations across roughly 60–192 sqm per unit. Freehold tenure and a 12-unit scale mean that residents typically know their neighbours by name, management is nimble and responsive, and the common areas feel genuinely private rather than shared with hundreds of strangers. Transaction volume is thin by design — only two resale transactions have been recorded, which speaks more to owner retention than illiquidity.
Location & Connectivity
Lorong J Telok Kurau sits in a quiet residential grid of the Telok Kurau neighbourhood — a pocket of D15 bounded by Still Road to the north, Siglap Road to the east, and the broader East Coast corridor to the south. The name “Telok Kurau” (Malay for “mango fish bay”) hints at the area’s heritage, and the streetscape retains much of that unhurried, low-rise character today.
The nearest MRT is Marine Terrace station on the Thomson-East Coast Line, approximately 0.78 km away — a 10-minute walk that is manageable but not effortless in Singapore’s climate. Kembangan MRT (East-West Line) is 0.82 km in the other direction, offering a different network for city-bound commuters. The two-line access — TEL and EWL — gives residents reasonable flexibility: TEL connects directly to the Marina Bay and Orchard corridor, while EWL reaches Tampines, Jurong, and Changi. For those without a car, a combination of both lines plus feeder buses covers most needs.
For drivers, the picture is more compelling. The East Coast Parkway (ECP) and Pan Island Expressway (PIE) are both accessible within minutes, placing the CBD at around 15 minutes in off-peak conditions. Changi Airport is 15–20 minutes away — a genuine convenience for frequent travellers. East Coast Road, running parallel to the northern edge of the neighbourhood, provides a well-served arterial with bus services into Paya Lebar, Bedok, and Marine Parade.
Day-to-day convenience is strong. Telok Kurau Primary School is just 160 metres away — an exceptional proximity that makes P1 registration balloting highly favourable for residents in Phase 2A and 2B. East Coast Road offers a dense strip of cafés, restaurants, and specialty shops, including the much-loved Chin Mee Chin Confectionery. Parkway Parade mall is a short drive away, as is the Marine Parade Market and Food Centre for wet market needs. Telok Kurau Park, with jogging paths and children’s play areas, is minutes on foot.
Schools & Education
1 primary school within the 1 km Priority Phase balloting radius.
| School | Type | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Telok Kurau Primary School | primary | Within 1 km |
| Chung Cheng High School (Main) | secondary | ~1.1 km |
| Canossa Catholic Primary School | primary | ~1.2 km |
| East Coast Primary School | primary | ~1.4 km |
| Tanjong Katong Girls' School | secondary | ~1.4 km |
| Canadian International School (Tanjong Katong) | international | ~1.4 km |
| Global Indian International School (GIIS East Coast) | international | ~1.4 km |
| Broadrick Secondary School | secondary | ~1.5 km |
Facilities
Serenity Breeze does not attempt to compete with mega-developments on facility breadth — and that is precisely the point. With only 12 units, the development prioritises quality over quantity, offering a swimming pool, landscaped garden areas, and communal spaces that feel genuinely private rather than perpetually crowded. Residents frequently note that the pool is available whenever they want it, at any hour, without the queue or noise that characterises larger developments.
The absence of a gymnasium, function rooms, or tennis courts will disappoint buyers who expect resort-style amenities. But it also means maintenance fees are significantly lower than comparable-sized units in larger condos, and the management committee’s agenda is simple: keep 12 units well-maintained. For owner-occupiers who use external gyms or coworking spaces anyway, the trade-off is favourable.
The development’s landscaping follows its architectural theme: water features integrated with tropical planting, wooden deck elements, and a restrained tropical-contemporary aesthetic. The overall result is a development that photographs better than its size might suggest — the intimacy of the courtyard spaces gives a resort-villa quality that is difficult to replicate at scale.
Unit Sizes & Layout
The unit mix at Serenity Breeze spans 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom, and penthouse configurations across a size range of approximately 60–192 sqm (646–2,067 sqft). With only 12 units in the building, each configuration is represented by a small number of stacks, giving residents a high degree of privacy and minimal inter-unit noise compared to denser developments.
Transaction data points to a 3-bedroom average of approximately S$1.33M ($1,268 psf) over the development’s history, with more recent 2026 transactions reaching S$1.6M. The penthouse, listed at approximately S$1.5M for 1,335 sqft (about S$1,124 psf), offers generous proportions by D15 standards and a private rooftop terrace typical of boutique freehold developments in the area. Rental yields for 2-bedroom units have averaged around 3.69% historically, with 3-bedroom yields at approximately 3.05%.
PSF pricing at Serenity Breeze has trended in the S$1,150–S$1,742 psf range in recent transactions — notably below the S$2,400–S$2,800 psf commanded by new-launch neighbours like Grand Dunman, Emerald of Katong, and The Continuum. This gap reflects the building’s age (2017 TOP), boutique size, and limited facility offering rather than any fundamental location disadvantage.
Interior finishing reflects a mid-boutique positioning: competent but not opulent. Buyers intending to own-stay should budget for selective renovations — particularly kitchen and bathroom upgrades — to bring finishings in line with D15 expectations for the price point. The bones of the units (ceiling heights, layout efficiency, natural light penetration) are strong; the finishing work is where personalisation pays off.
| Bedrooms | Transactions | Avg PSF | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 BR | 1 | $1,728 | $1,600,000 |
| 3 BR | 1 | $974 | $1,300,000 |
Pricing & Market Position
Based on 2 recorded transactions, sale prices range from $1,300,000 to $1,600,000, averaging $1,450,000.
Rents range from $2,150 to $4,600 per month across 10 rental transactions. Current rental yield sits at approximately 2.3%.
Price Appreciation
From 2021 to 2025, the average PSF has appreciated by 77.5% (from $974 to $1,728 psf).
Neighbourhood Comparison
Buyers evaluating Serenity Breeze against competing D15 developments are effectively choosing between two very different value propositions. The new-launch cohort — Grand Dunman ($2,537 psf, 1,008 units, 99yr), Emerald of Katong ($2,640 psf, 846 units, 99yr), The Continuum ($2,790 psf, 816 units, freehold), and Tembusu Grand ($2,462 psf, 638 units, 99yr) — offers fresher leases, larger facility suites, and MRT-adjacent locations, but at a 40–60% PSF premium. For buyers on a fixed budget, the difference often translates directly into unit size: the same S$1.5M buys a 3-bedroom at Serenity Breeze versus a 1-bedroom at a new launch.
Within the boutique freehold segment, Serenity Breeze’s closest comparables are developments like Baywind Residences and Whitescape on Lorong N Telok Kurau — similarly scaled 5-storey freehold boutiques with 16–24 units. These share the same neighbourhood advantages and similar PSF positioning, but differ in their unit mix and vintage. Serenity Breeze’s 2017 TOP gives it a moderate age advantage over older boutique stock, while newer boutiques like K Suites command a premium for their fresh completion.
Against Amber Park ($2,540 psf, 592 units, freehold) — the large-scale freehold alternative in the district — Serenity Breeze trades larger facilities and MRT proximity for a dramatically quieter living environment and roughly a 30% PSF discount. For buyers who genuinely value a boutique experience over a resort-style compound, this trade-off is rational. For buyers who want a gym and tennis court and a pool that’s heated, it is not.
| Development | Tenure | TOP | Units | ~Avg PSF |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERENITY BREEZE | Freehold | 2017 | 12 | — |
| GRAND DUNMAN | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2022 | 2023 | 1,008 | $2,537 |
| EMERALD OF KATONG | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2023 | 2024 | 846 | $2,640 |
| THE CONTINUUM | Freehold | 2023 | 816 | $2,790 |
| TEMBUSU GRAND | 99 yrs lease commencing from 2022 | 2023 | 638 | $2,462 |
| AMBER PARK | Freehold | 2021 | 592 | $2,540 |
ShiokNest Scores
Our proprietary scoring system evaluates SERENITY BREEZE across multiple dimensions.
What Residents Say
Given the development’s 12-unit scale, formal online reviews are sparse — there are simply not enough residents for a robust review corpus to form on platforms like EdgeProp or PropertyGuru. What commentary exists from listings and neighbourhood discussions paints a consistent picture: quiet, private, and well-suited to owner-occupiers who value a landed-neighbourhood feel without the maintenance burden of landed property.
Residents of the broader Telok Kurau enclave consistently cite the low-rise character, beach proximity, and East Coast Road dining scene as key lifestyle advantages. Expat Living’s neighbourhood guide describes the area as “a tranquil oasis” with “everything within walking distance.” Common minor frustrations in the wider neighbourhood include occasional aircraft noise (Changi flight paths) and the need for a car or bus for MRT access. These apply equally to Serenity Breeze.
“Telok Kurau has that rare quality of feeling like you’re in a kampung but being minutes from everything. You won’t find that combination in many places in Singapore anymore.”
— Resident commentary via Expat Living
The development’s retention rate is telling: with only two resale transactions recorded since 2017 TOP, the overwhelming majority of owners have chosen to hold — either continuing to owner-occupy or renting out. This is consistent with a freehold boutique asset in a neighbourhood where supply of comparable properties is permanently constrained by the landed zoning surrounding the Lorong Telok Kurau streets.
Strengths & Weaknesses
- Freehold tenure — no lease decay concern in a 99yr-dominant district
- Boutique scale (12 units) — pool and common areas always available
- Lorong J Telok Kurau: quiet, low-rise, conserved residential character
- Telok Kurau Primary School 160m away — exceptional P1 balloting position
- Dual MRT access: Marine Terrace (TEL) and Kembangan (EWL) within ~0.8km
- East Coast Park reachable by bicycle — rare lifestyle asset
- ECP/PIE access: CBD ~15 min, Changi Airport ~15–20 min by car
- Meaningful PSF discount (30–40%) vs new-launch D15 comps
- Low maintenance fees vs larger facilities-heavy developments
- East Coast Road dining, Parkway Parade, and Marine Parade Market nearby
- MRT not truly walkable — 0.78–0.82km requires effort in heat/rain
- Only 12 units means thin resale liquidity — long time-to-sell possible
- Minimal on-site facilities — no gym, tennis court, or function rooms
- Very low ShiokNest score (28/100) reflecting sparse transaction data
- Low investment score (35/100) — limited price appreciation data
- Interior finishings are mid-market — renovation budget likely needed
- Occasional aircraft noise on some Changi approach paths
- Small development limits community feel and management scale efficiency
- No 24hr concierge or guardhouse typical of larger developments
Verdict
Serenity Breeze is a development that rewards buyers who know exactly what they are looking for. It is not a development for those who want resort facilities, MRT-walkable convenience, or a large community. It is a development for buyers who value freehold tenure in a conserved low-rise neighbourhood, genuine privacy at boutique scale, easy access to East Coast Park and D15 dining, and a development small enough that the pool is always free and the management committee actually responds to emails.
The investment case is nuanced. The PSF gap versus new launches in the same district — roughly 30–40% cheaper than Grand Dunman or Emerald of Katong — provides a meaningful cushion. Freehold tenure removes the lease-decay anxiety that dogs most D15 new launches (which are predominantly 99-year). However, thin transactional liquidity (only 2 resale transactions) and a low ShiokNest score (28/100) reflecting limited data depth mean that buyers should treat this primarily as a long-term own-stay or buy-and-hold asset, not a near-term flip.
For the right buyer — typically a professional couple, small family, or investor seeking a quiet D15 freehold foothold without paying new-launch premiums — Serenity Breeze offers something genuinely rare: boutique-scale privacy, an irreplaceable neighbourhood, and freehold land in one of Singapore’s most stable residential districts. The question is not whether the development is good; it is whether the buyer’s lifestyle fits what it offers.