FreeholdRCRDistrict 15 (Marine Parade)

Ceylon Crest

Reviewed by Nathan TangUpdated 24 September 2026Data through Jan 2025 (URA)
Quick Summary

Ceylon Crest is a freehold apartment in District 15 (Marine Parade) that obtained TOP in 2005, with 20 units across 1 block. Across 42 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$1.40M (S$1,078 psf, ~1,206 sqft). There are 6 units for sale from S$2.38M to S$11.00M.

Key facts about Ceylon Crest
TenureFreehold
TOP year2005
DeveloperHILLWOOD DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD
Units20 in 1 block
District and areaDistrict 15 · Marine Parade · RCR
Nearest MRTMarine Parade MRT, 473 m (~7 min walk)
Latest median psfS$1,078 psf, last 12 URA caveats to Jan 2025
1

What's for sale and for rent at Ceylon Crest?

Key Takeaway

Ceylon Crest has 6 units listed for sale, asking S$2.38M to S$11.00M (median S$1,975 psf), and 1 unit for rent at a median of S$5,000 a month.

For sale

6 listings

S$2.38M – S$11.00M

For rent

1 listing

S$5,000 – S$5,000 a month

BedroomsFor saleAsking priceMedian PSF
3-bedroom5S$2.38M–S$2.38MS$1,975 psf
5-bedroom1S$11.00M–S$11.00M

Asking prices of units currently listed on property portals, not transacted prices.

2

What are the floor plans and unit sizes at Ceylon Crest?

Key Takeaway

Floor plans for Ceylon Crest aren't in PropKaki's library yet. Across 42 URA caveats, units range from 1,206 sqft to 2,239 sqft, and the middle half are 1,206 sqft to 1,313 sqft.

Unit typeSizes listed for saleAsking from
3-bedroom1,205 sqft to 1,206 sqftS$2.38M · S$1,975 psf
5-bedroom5,000 sqftS$11.00M

Check the Floor Plan Finder for Ceylon Crest →

Unit sizes from URA caveats. Listed sizes from current property listings.

3

What is the price and PSF at Ceylon Crest?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$1.40M (S$1,078 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 2.9% (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$1.40M

recent · 42 sales on record

Median PSF

S$1,078 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

S$3,378

41 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

2.9%

indicative, gross

Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$1,975 psf — about 83% above the most recent transacted PSF.

Source: URA caveat data, through Jan 2025.

4

What has recently sold at Ceylon Crest?

Key Takeaway

Ceylon Crest has 42 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$2,100,000 in Jan 2025 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Jan 2025S$2,100,0001,206S$1,742 psf
Dec 2021S$1,728,0001,313S$1,316 psf
Sept 2021S$2,220,0001,927S$1,152 psf
Aug 2019S$1,650,0001,313S$1,256 psf
Sept 2018S$2,000,0001,927S$1,038 psf
Sept 2017S$1,400,0001,206S$1,161 psf
Jun 2017S$1,400,0001,313S$1,066 psf
Jun 2017S$1,300,0001,206S$1,078 psf
Sept 2016S$1,300,0001,206S$1,078 psf
May 2016S$1,790,0001,927S$929 psf
Dec 2012S$1,230,0001,206S$1,020 psf
Jul 2012S$1,190,0001,206S$987 psf

42 sales and 41 rentals on record since Nov 2003. Source: URA.

5

Are prices at Ceylon Crest rising?

Key Takeaway

The median transacted PSF at Ceylon Crest has risen 169% over the past 18 years (20032021), from S$429 psf to S$1,152 psf (URA caveats).

YearMedian PSFMedian priceSalesYoY
2021S$1,152 psfS$1.73M2+6.9%
2017S$1,078 psfS$1.40M3+16.0%
2016S$929 psfS$1.30M2-2.4%
2012S$952 psfS$1.19M4+5.3%
2011S$904 psfS$1.09M2+63.2%
2007S$554 psfS$700k4+6.9%
2005S$518 psfS$627k7-2.4%
2004S$531 psfS$696k9+23.8%
2003S$429 psfS$780k3

Yearly median transacted PSF and price; years with at least 2 recorded sales. Source: URA caveat data.

6

Is Ceylon Crest a good investment?

Key Takeaway

Of 22 units at Ceylon Crest that were bought and later resold (bought from 2003, resold up to 2025), 100% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 38% over a median 5.2-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 2.9%. Units listed now ask about 83% more per square foot than recent sales. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.

Sold for more than bought

100%

of 22 resales here

Median gain

38%

gross, before costs

Median hold

5.2 years

bought to resold

Every unit at Ceylon Crest with a purchase and a later resale on record, matched from URA caveats. Check the odds for your unit size and holding period →

7

Where is Ceylon Crest and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

Ceylon Crest is located in Marine Parade, in the Central Region of Singapore.

Ceylon Crest is a freehold apartment completed in 2005. It was developed by HILLWOOD DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD. The development has 20 residential units. It sits on a land area of 1,718 sqm and has a gross floor area of 2,405 sqm. The plot ratio is 1.4.

CEYLON CREST is located at 30 Ceylon Road, Singapore 429623. It is part of District 15, Katong / Joo Chiat / Amber Road, Marine Parade. The project falls within the Central Region and the RCR market segment.

The nearest rail connection is Marine Parade MRT, approximately 473m away, around 7 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include Katong V for shopping, COLD STORAGE SINGAPORE (1983) PTE LTD for groceries, Dunman Food Centre for food options, and Haig Walk (Geylang Rd-Dunman Rd) for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Barbeque Area, Basement car park, 24 hours security, and Swimming pool.

8

How far is Ceylon Crest from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to Ceylon Crest is Marine Parade MRT, about 473 m away (~7 min walk). 6 schools are within 1 km, including 4 primary schools.

Getting around

Schools nearby

Homes within 1 km of a primary school qualify for Primary 1 (P1) registration priority.

  • Tanjong Katong Primary SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority327 m
  • Haig Girls' SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority625 m
  • Tanjong Katong Secondary SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km686 m
  • Tanjong Katong Girls' SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km815 m
  • Chij (Katong) PrimaryPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority912 m
  • Tao Nan SchoolPrimary schoolwithin 1 km · P1 priority968 m
  • Chung Cheng High School (Main)Secondary school1.3 km
  • Chij Katong ConventSecondary school1.6 km

Shops, food & parks

Mall: Katong V · 264 mSupermarket: Tanesei Retailing Pte. Ltd. · 268 mHawker centre: Dunman Food Centre · 365 mPark: Haig Walk (Geylang Rd-Dunman Rd) · 242 m

Straight-line distances from the development. Source: PropKaki amenities data.

9

Who built Ceylon Crest and how big is the development?

Key Takeaway

Ceylon Crest was developed by HILLWOOD DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD, with 20 units.

Developer
HILLWOOD DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD
Blocks
1
Land area
1,718 sqm (18,492 sqft)
Gross floor area
2,405 sqm (25,887 sqft)
Plot ratio
1.40
10

What facilities does Ceylon Crest have?

Key Takeaway

Ceylon Crest has 4 facilities, including Barbeque Area, Basement car park, 24 hours security, Swimming pool.

Barbeque AreaBasement car park24 hours securitySwimming pool
11

What does it cost to own a unit at Ceylon Crest?

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at Ceylon Crest (~S$1.40M) needs about S$10,248/mo in income and S$4,715/mo in repayments, after S$40,600 stamp duty and a S$350k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$1.40M) as their first home — 25% down, 30-year loan at 3.5% p.a. Rates as of May 2026. Run it for your own profile →

Buyer's Stamp Duty

S$40,600

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$350k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$4,715/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$10,248/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

Read how to tell if a condo is profitable →

12

How many property agents are active around Ceylon Crest?

Key Takeaway

9,527 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 15 — where Ceylon Crest sits — in the last 12 months, across all property types.

Active agents · 12mo

9,527

District 15 · closed ≥1 deal

Deals on record

60,936

all-time · all property types

Source: CEA public transaction records, attributed to District 15 across HDB, condo and landed (agent activity isn't published at project level). Browse the agent directory or compare every market segment.

Keep going in the PropKaki app

Thinking about Ceylon Crest? Ask before you commit.

A fair-value read, recent comps and what a unit really costs — from Ceylon Crest's own transactions.

PropKaki
Is Ceylon Crest a good buy, and what are units selling for?

Recent units at Ceylon Crest sold close to their fair value — solid, no obvious overpay.

Ask anything about Singapore property…
13

Frequently asked questions about Ceylon Crest

Is Ceylon Crest freehold?

Yes. Ceylon Crest is freehold, so ownership does not run out.

How old is Ceylon Crest?

Ceylon Crest was completed (obtained TOP) in 2005, so it is about 21 years old.

Is Ceylon Crest a good investment?

Of 22 units at Ceylon Crest that were bought and later resold (bought from 2003, resold up to 2025), 100% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 38% over a median 5.2-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 2.9%. Units listed now ask about 83% more per square foot than recent sales. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.

Is Ceylon Crest an EC?

No. Ceylon Crest is a private apartment development, not an executive condominium (EC).

Who is the developer of Ceylon Crest?

Ceylon Crest was developed by HILLWOOD DEVELOPMENT PTE LTD.

What is the price of a condo at Ceylon Crest?

Units at Ceylon Crest have recently sold for around S$1.40M (S$1,078 psf), the median of the last 12 URA caveats to Jan 2025. The price depends on size, floor and facing. 6 units are listed for sale from S$2.38M to S$11.00M.

Where is Ceylon Crest located?

Ceylon Crest is at 30 Ceylon Road, Singapore 429623, in Marine Parade (District 15). The nearest MRT station is Marine Parade MRT, about 473 m away.

How many units are there in Ceylon Crest?

Ceylon Crest has 20 units in 1 block.

How much do I need to earn to buy at Ceylon Crest?

For a unit around S$1.40M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$10,248/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$4,715/mo after a S$350k (25%) downpayment and S$40,600 Buyer's Stamp Duty.

Are prices at Ceylon Crest going up?

The median price per square foot at Ceylon Crest has risen about 169% between 2003 and 2021, based on URA caveats. The year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.

Which primary schools are within 1 km of Ceylon Crest?

Tanjong Katong Primary School, Haig Girls' School, Chij (Katong) Primary, Tao Nan School are within 1 km of Ceylon Crest. Homes within 1 km of a primary school get priority in Primary 1 (P1) registration.