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Emerald of Katong launch retrospective: how to update the comparison

A dated District 15 launch review with a current, reproducible comparison method.

Published 11 November 2024

Updated September 2026. This is a dated launch retrospective, not a current availability statement or recommendation.

Read the launch in its original competitive set

The original October 2024 review compared Emerald of Katong with other District 15 launches. Its 846-unit scale, post-harmonisation layouts and Tanjong Katong location were relevant at launch, but a launch comparison is not a permanent ranking.

Rebuild the evidence with current records

Use URA's private residential data to compare developer sales, caveats, resale transactions, rental contracts and competing supply. Match unit type, floor area, floor, facing, sale type and transaction period before comparing PSF.

Compare the exact home, not the project label

  • Total quantum and financing resilience
  • Internal usable area and layout efficiency
  • Floor, orientation, privacy and construction exposure
  • Maintenance costs and intended holding period
  • Competing completed and future homes

Launch momentum and relative entry price do not guarantee rent, resale liquidity or capital appreciation.