Emerald of Katong @ Jalan Tembusu
Emerald of Katong is a 99-year leasehold new launch condo situated in the vibrant Katong neighbourhood in District 15. Developed by Sim Lian Group, Emerald of Katong has 846 residential units, featuring 6 blocks of 18/19/21 storey across 775,034sf of land. A unique addition to this project is an adjacent public park, designed by Tinderbox Landscape Studio, providing residents with scenic green spaces steps away.
Set in the highly coveted Tanjong Katong residential enclave associated with a rich heritage and vibrant neighbourhood, Emerald of Katong at Jalan Tembusu offers a cosmopolitan lifestyle. Residents will enjoy unbeatable convenience, being a 5-minute walk to the upcoming Tanjong Katong MRT (TE25) and being within 1 km of Haig Girls’ School and Tanjong Katong Primary School.
Emerald of Katong is one of the highly anticipated launches in the Katong / East Coast area. Sim Lian Group won the tender for Jalan Tembusu (Parcel B) GLS with a bid of S$828.8 million or $1,069 psf per plot ratio (psf ppr) in August 2023. The site is just across the road from Tembusu Grand, which had a successful launch in the first quarter of 2023 (53% sold on launch weekend). It is also near Grand Dunman which is claimed to be the biggest new launch in 2023.
Emerald of Katong Unit Mix
- 1-bedroom + Study
- 2-bedroom (1 bath)
- 2-bedroom (2 bath)
- 2-bedroom + Study
- 3-bedroom Compact
- 3-bedroom Premium
- 4-bedroom
- 5-bedroom
Emerald of Katong - Connectivity and Accessibility
Residents can easily access the MRT line as the new Tanjong Katong MRT station is only 400m away (approximately a 5-minute walk). Serving the Thomson-East Coast line (TEL), there will be a direct connection to key areas such as Marina Bay, Orchard, and Outram Park. Dakota MRT station along the Circle Line (CCL) is also nearby and accessible via a quick bus ride. Commuters can change to the East-West Line at Paya Lebar MRT in one stop and the Downtown Line at Macpherson MRT in two stops.
Those who drive also do not have to worry because they can easily access major roads and expressways like East Coast Parkway (ECP) and Mountbatten Road.
Schools near Emerald of Katong
There are many reputable schools in Jalan Tembusu's vicinity. Families with young children will appreciate the numerous options available for the Primary 1 balloting exercise – the popular Tao Nan and Haig Girls’ School are among the schools that fall under the exercise.
Primary schools within 1 km:
- Haig Girls’ School
- Tanjong Katong Primary School
Primary schools within 1-2 km:
- Tao Nan School
- CHIJ Katong (Primary)
- Kong Hwa Primary School
- Geylang Methodist School (Primary)
Other reputable schools in the area include Tanjong Katong Girls' School, Tanjong Katong Secondary School, Chung Cheng High School (Main), Dunman High, Victoria School, and Victoria Junior College. Given the many options, rest assured that parents will not have a hard time providing their children with the most suitable education.
Shopping Malls near Emerald of Katong
The nearest shopping malls to Jalan Tembusu include Parkway Parade Mall and i12 Katong Mall, which are a 4-minute drive away. For even more retail options, residents can head further out to the Paya Lebar District, which boasts three shopping malls – Paya Lebar Quarter, Paya Lebar Square and Singpost Centre.
Eateries near Emerald of Katong
The Katong precinct is widely known for its bustling food scene, boasting a plethora of eateries from hawker centres and restaurants to hipster cafes. Particularly for this site, popular eateries such as 328 Katong Laksa, Eng’s Wanton Noodles, Seng House, 6 Letter Coffee, and more are within walking distance.
The famous Old Airport Road Food Centre, around a 5-minute drive away, can also be an option. The hawker centre houses many popular stalls selling Hokkien Mee, Rojak, Lor Mee, and many more.
Nature spots near Emerald of Katong
With East Coast Park situated a short 3-minute drive away, residents will never run out of things to do. East Coast Park is Singapore’s longest park stretching across the eastern coastline and offers a variety of recreational and sporting activities. Be it cycling along the coast or enjoying a cold beer at the beach club, there will be something for everyone at East Coast Park.
URA masterplan near Emerald of Katong
The Sports Hub area near Jalan Tembusu is set to welcome many exciting developments, such as a new tennis centre, football hub and enhancements along the Jalan Benaan Kapal waterfront. This will provide even more recreational opportunities for residents.

