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THE ESSENCE

District 26 | CHONG KUO ROAD

Developed by Chong Kuo Development Pte Ltd

Tenure
99-year Leasehold
Est. TOP
2021
Total units
84
Unit mix
On request
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Unit mix

Unit mix will be updated when the developer releases it.

Price range

Median transactedFrom $1.02M
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Projects analysis

THE ESSENCE

D26 · CHONG KUO ROAD

OverviewPrice psfUnit mixLaunch timelineComparablesKai insightLocationTransactions

Median price

S$1,384 psf

-14.8% vs last 6m

Avg. price

S$1,358 psf

Volume (6m)

2 units

Take-up rate

100%

Units sold

84 / 84

Price psf trend

Latest project transactions

-14.8%
$1,687$1,383$1,078Aug 2021Jan 2026

Unit mix

No data

No unit mix data available.

Launch timeline

First recordMar 2019
Latest saleJan 2026
Completion2021
Tenure99-year Leasehold

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Kai insight

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THE ESSENCE shows negative PSF movement of 14.8% across the available transaction window, with 94 recorded sales. Average pricing is S$1,358 psf.

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Project facts

Address
CHONG KUO ROAD
Tenure
99-year Leasehold
Completion
2021
Total units
84
Developer
Chong Kuo Development Pte Ltd

Site plan

Site plan details are available on request.

Facilities

Facilities will be updated when the developer publishes them.

Location amenities

Transport

3

SPRINGLEAF MRT STATION

0.66 km · 8 min walk

SPRINGLEAF MRT STATION

0.80 km · 10 min walk

SPRINGLEAF MRT STATION

0.81 km · 10 min walk

Education

0

No nearby data yet.

Convenience

0

No nearby data yet.

Buyer costs

Median price

$1,024,090

Based on project transactions

Buyer's Stamp Duty

$26,900

Before ABSD profile changes

Down payment

$264,375

25% estimate

Monthly payment

$3,971/mo

25-year loan at 3.5%

Median rent

No rental data

Based on active rentals

Gross yield

Insufficient data

Annual rent over median price

Recent transactions

113 transaction records

Sales (94)

Jan 2026

Apartment · 1 CHONG KUO ROAD #05-17

$1,280,000 · $1,279 psf

Sept 2025

Apartment · 1 CHONG KUO ROAD #02-05

$1,070,000 · $1,553 psf

May 2025

Apartment · 1 CHONG KUO ROAD #04-06

$1,180,000 · $1,687 psf

Jul 2024

Apartment · 1 CHONG KUO ROAD #03-05

$815,000 · $1,514 psf

Jul 2024

Apartment · 1 CHONG KUO ROAD #03-15

$838,000 · $1,557 psf

Apr 2024

Apartment · 1 CHONG KUO ROAD #04-03

$1,045,000 · $1,428 psf

Jan 2024

Apartment · 1 CHONG KUO ROAD #02-10

$1,340,000 · $1,638 psf

Nov 2023

Apartment · 1 CHONG KUO ROAD #04-01

$1,100,000 · $1,762 psf

Rentals (19)

Apr 2026

Non-landed Properties · CHONG KUO ROAD

$3,100/mo · 700-800

Mar 2026

Non-landed Properties · CHONG KUO ROAD

$3,800/mo · 1000-1100

Dec 2025

Non-landed Properties · CHONG KUO ROAD

$3,300/mo · 700-800

Nov 2025

Non-landed Properties · CHONG KUO ROAD

$4,700/mo · 1200-1300

Oct 2025

Non-landed Properties · CHONG KUO ROAD

$3,600/mo · 700-800

Sept 2025

Non-landed Properties · CHONG KUO ROAD

$3,850/mo · 1000-1100

Jun 2025

Non-landed Properties · CHONG KUO ROAD

$3,300/mo · 600-700

May 2025

Non-landed Properties · CHONG KUO ROAD

$3,200/mo · 700-800

Market review

The Essence is a 99-year leasehold apartment located in District 26 within the Mandai and Upper Thomson area, with its lease commencing from 2018. The development has recorded a median transaction price of $1,057,500, with unit prices spanning a range from $1,239 to $1,762 per square foot.

AI-generated analysis based on available market data. Last updated Jun 2026.

Frequently asked questions

What is the tenure and commencement date of The Essence?

The Essence is a 99-year leasehold apartment development. The lease for this property commenced in the year 2018.

What is the median price per square foot for units in this project?

The median price for the development is $1,384.257 per square foot. This figure is derived from a total of 71 recorded transactions.

What are the most recent transaction prices at The Essence?

In September 2025, a 689 sqft unit transacted for $1,070,000 at $1,553 PSF. In May 2025, a 700 sqft unit was sold for $1,180,000, reaching a PSF of $1,687.

What is the price range for the smaller 538 sqft units?

Based on transactions from July 2024, 538 sqft units were sold for $815,000 and $838,000. These sales reflected PSF values of $1,514 and $1,557 respectively.

In which district and planning area is The Essence located?

The Essence is located in District 26. This district encompasses the Mandai and Upper Thomson planning areas in Singapore.

What is the overall price range for properties in this development?

Transaction data shows a price range between $1,239 and $1,762 per square foot. The median price for a unit in this development currently stands at $1,057,500.