FreeholdRCRDistrict 15 (Marine Parade)

The Esta

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

The Esta is a freehold condominium in District 15 (Marine Parade) that obtained TOP in 2008, with 400 units across 6 blocks. Across 825 transactions on record, units have recently transacted around S$3.39M (S$2,452 psf, ~1,346 sqft). There are 12 units for sale from S$2.74M to S$4.15M.

Key facts about The Esta
TenureFreehold
TOP year2008
DeveloperRICHDEAL PTE LTD
Units400 in 6 blocks
District and areaDistrict 15 · Marine Parade · RCR
Nearest MRTTanjong Katong MRT, 454 m (~7 min walk)
Latest median psfS$2,452 psf, last 12 URA caveats to Aug 2026
1

What's for sale and for rent at The Esta?

Key Takeaway

The Esta has 12 units listed for sale, asking S$2.74M to S$4.15M (median S$2,630 psf), and 23 units for rent at a median of S$7,000 a month.

For sale

12 listings

S$2.74M – S$4.15M

For rent

23 listings

S$2,000 – S$8,500 a month

BedroomsFor saleAsking priceMedian PSF
1-bedroom1S$3.68M–S$3.68M
2-bedroom2S$2.74M–S$2.74M
3-bedroom3S$3.68M–S$3.88MS$2,630 psf
4-bedroom6S$3.70M–S$4.15M

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

2

What are the floor plans and unit sizes at The Esta?

Key Takeaway

Floor plans for The Esta aren't in PropKaki's library yet. Across 825 URA caveats, units range from 1,001 sqft to 3,477 sqft, and the middle half are 1,313 sqft to 1,475 sqft.

Unit typeSizes listed for saleAsking from
1-bedroom1,399 sqftS$3.68M
2-bedroom1,001 sqftS$2.74M
3-bedroom1,399 sqft to 1,464 sqftS$3.68M · S$2,630 psf
4-bedroom1,464 sqft to 1,593 sqftS$3.70M

Check the Floor Plan Finder for The Esta →

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

3

What is the price and PSF at The Esta?

Key Takeaway

Units have recently transacted around S$3.39M (S$2,452 psf), at a gross rental yield of about 1.7% (URA caveat data).

Recent median price

S$3.39M

recent · 825 sales on record

Median PSF

S$2,452 psf

recent transactions

Median rent (monthly)

S$4,861

1,566 rentals on record

Gross rental yield

1.7%

indicative, gross

Units currently for sale are asking a median of S$2,630 psf — about 7% above the most recent transacted PSF.

Source: URA caveat data, through Aug 2026.

4

What has recently sold at The Esta?

Key Takeaway

The Esta has 825 recorded sales; the most recent transacted at S$3,790,000 in Aug 2026 (URA caveat data).

DatePriceSize (sqft)PSF
Aug 2026S$3,790,0001,561S$2,428 psf
Jul 2026S$3,660,0001,464S$2,500 psf
Jul 2026S$3,220,0001,313S$2,452 psf
Jun 2026S$3,388,8881,346S$2,519 psf
Jun 2026S$2,780,0001,130S$2,460 psf
Apr 2026S$3,880,3881,593S$2,436 psf
Apr 2026S$3,750,0001,561S$2,403 psf
Apr 2026S$3,370,0001,313S$2,566 psf
Mar 2026S$3,560,0001,475S$2,414 psf
Feb 2026S$3,488,8881,346S$2,593 psf
Feb 2026S$2,520,0001,001S$2,517 psf
Dec 2025S$2,780,0001,173S$2,369 psf

825 sales and 1,566 rentals on record since Jan 2006. Source: URA.

5

Are prices at The Esta rising?

Key Takeaway

The median transacted PSF at The Esta has risen 70% over the past 9 years (20172026), from S$1,447 psf to S$2,460 psf (URA caveats).

YearMedian PSFMedian priceSalesYoY
2026S$2,460 psfS$3.49M11+2.6%
2025S$2,397 psfS$3.05M14+5.3%
2024S$2,277 psfS$3.12M9+4.9%
2023S$2,170 psfS$2.85M9+8.1%
2022S$2,007 psfS$2.86M10+9.5%
2021S$1,833 psfS$2.50M19+6.0%
2020S$1,730 psfS$2.38M11-5.4%
2019S$1,828 psfS$2.58M9+6.4%
2018S$1,718 psfS$2.34M13+18.7%
2017S$1,447 psfS$1.98M19

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

6

Is The Esta a good investment?

Key Takeaway

Of 429 units at The Esta that were bought and later resold (bought from 2006, resold up to 2026), 98% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 38% over a median 3.9-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 1.7%. Units listed now ask about 7% 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

98%

of 429 resales here

Median gain

38%

gross, before costs

Median hold

3.9 years

bought to resold

Every unit at The Esta 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 The Esta and what's nearby?

Key Takeaway

The Esta is located in Marine Parade, in the Central Region of Singapore.

The Esta is a freehold condominium completed in 2008. It was developed by RICHDEAL PTE LTD. The development has 400 residential units. It sits on a land area of 17,241 sqm and has a gross floor area of 48,286 sqm. The plot ratio is 2.8.

THE ESTA is located at 33 Amber Gardens, Singapore 439966. 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 Tanjong Katong MRT, approximately 454m away, around 7 minutes on foot. Nearby amenities include Katong V for shopping, NTUC Fairprice Co-operative Ltd for groceries, Blk 84 Marine Parade Central for food options, and Tanjong Katong Rd South Pg for greenery and recreation. Facilities in the development include Barbeque Area, Clubhouse, Fitness corner, Function room, Gymnasium room, and Jacuzzi.

8

How far is The Esta from MRT and schools?

Key Takeaway

The nearest MRT/LRT to The Esta is Tanjong Katong MRT, about 454 m away (~7 min walk). 4 schools are within 1 km, including 1 primary school.

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 priority314 m
  • Tanjong Katong Secondary SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km766 m
  • Tanjong Katong Girls' SchoolSecondary schoolwithin 1 km793 m
  • Chung Cheng High School (Main)Secondary schoolwithin 1 km974 m
  • Haig Girls' SchoolPrimary school1.1 km
  • Chij (Katong) PrimaryPrimary school1.3 km
  • Tao Nan SchoolPrimary school1.3 km
  • Broadrick Secondary SchoolSecondary school1.5 km

Shops, food & parks

Mall: Katong V · 356 mSupermarket: NTUC Fairprice Co-operative Ltd · 359 mHawker centre: Blk 84 Marine Parade Central · 705 mPark: Tanjong Katong Rd South Pg · 390 m

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

9

Who built The Esta and how big is the development?

Key Takeaway

The Esta was developed by RICHDEAL PTE LTD, designed by DESIGN LINK ARCHITECTS, with 400 units over up to 21 storeys.

Developer
RICHDEAL PTE LTD
Architect
DESIGN LINK ARCHITECTS
Main contractor
KEONG HONG CONSTRUCTION PTE LTD
Floors
21 storeys
Blocks
6
Land area
17,241 sqm (185,580 sqft)
Gross floor area
48,286 sqm (519,746 sqft)
Plot ratio
2.80
10

What facilities does The Esta have?

Key Takeaway

The Esta has 9 facilities, including Barbeque Area, Clubhouse, Fitness corner, Function room, and more.

Barbeque AreaClubhouseFitness cornerFunction roomGymnasium roomJacuzziPlaygroundSwimming poolTennis courts
11

What does it cost to own a unit at The Esta?

Key Takeaway

Buying a unit at The Esta (~S$3.39M) needs about S$24,808/mo in income and S$11,413/mo in repayments, after S$142,933 stamp duty and a S$847k downpayment.

Illustrative, for a Singapore Citizen buying a unit at the recent median price (S$3.39M) 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$142,933

BSD, tiered

Downpayment (25%)

S$847k

cash + CPF

Monthly instalment

S$11,413/mo

30y @ 3.5%

Income required

S$24,808/mo

TDSR @ stress rate

Read how to tell if a condo is profitable →

12

How many property agents are active around The Esta?

Key Takeaway

9,527 CEA-registered agents closed at least one recorded deal in District 15 — where The Esta 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.

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Thinking about The Esta? Ask before you commit.

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

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Is The Esta a good buy, and what are units selling for?

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

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13

Frequently asked questions about The Esta

Is The Esta freehold?

Yes. The Esta is freehold, so ownership does not run out.

How old is The Esta?

The Esta was completed (obtained TOP) in 2008, so it is about 18 years old.

Is The Esta a good investment?

Of 429 units at The Esta that were bought and later resold (bought from 2006, resold up to 2026), 98% sold for more than they were bought for, with a median gain of 38% over a median 3.9-year hold (URA caveats, before stamp duty, agent fees and interest). Its gross rental yield is about 1.7%. Units listed now ask about 7% more per square foot than recent sales. Past resale results don't predict future returns, and this is not financial advice.

Is The Esta an EC?

No. The Esta is a private condominium, not an executive condominium (EC).

Who is the developer of The Esta?

The Esta was developed by RICHDEAL PTE LTD.

What is the price of a condo at The Esta?

Units at The Esta have recently sold for around S$3.39M (S$2,452 psf), the median of the last 12 URA caveats to Aug 2026. The price depends on size, floor and facing. 12 units are listed for sale from S$2.74M to S$4.15M.

Where is The Esta located?

The Esta is at 33 Amber Gardens, Singapore 439966, in Marine Parade (District 15). The nearest MRT station is Tanjong Katong MRT, about 454 m away.

How many units are there in The Esta?

The Esta has 400 units in 6 blocks, up to 21 storeys high.

How much do I need to earn to buy at The Esta?

For a unit around S$3.39M as a first home, you'd need roughly S$24,808/mo in income (assessed at the stress-test rate), with repayments near S$11,413/mo after a S$847k (25%) downpayment and S$142,933 Buyer's Stamp Duty.

Are prices at The Esta going up?

The median price per square foot at The Esta has risen about 70% between 2017 and 2026, based on URA caveats. The year-by-year figures are in the price-trend table above.

Which primary schools are within 1 km of The Esta?

Tanjong Katong Primary School is within 1 km of The Esta. Homes within 1 km of a primary school get priority in Primary 1 (P1) registration.