Elta vs Hudson Place Residences: Which D5 New Launch Is Better Value?
Both sit in District 5. Both target upgraders and young professionals in the Clementi-Buona Vista corridor. But Elta and Hudson Place Residences are very different propositions — one offers doorstep MRT and two primary schools within 1km, the other offers the lowest entry price in the district and proximity to 62,000 tech professionals. Here's how they compare.
+Strong rental demand from 62,000 one-north workers
Cons
−1.1km to one-north MRT (13-14 min walk)
−No primary school within 1km
−Break-even cash flow for investors
Side-by-Side
Factor
Elta
Hudson Place
Average PSF
$2,537
$2,200+
3BR Starting Price
~$2.5M
~$1.97M (est)
Nearest MRT
Clementi (3–5 min walk)
one-north (8 min walk)
Primary Schools <1km
2 (Pei Tong, Clementi)
Unverified (possibly 0)
Land Cost (PSF PPR)
$1,250
$1,037
Markup Ratio
2.03x
~2.12x (est)
Developer
MCL Land, CSC Land
Qingjian Realty, Forsea
Units
501
327
Sales %
65%
TBC
Deal Score
6.2 HOLD
7.2 HOLD
The Bottom Line
If you need primary schools within 1km and walkable MRT, Elta wins — no contest. If you're an investor betting on one-north's rental demand and want the lowest entry price in D5, Hudson Place is worth evaluating when pricing is confirmed on May 16. The $300K+ saving on a 3-bedroom is real money, but so is the MRT convenience gap.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper, Elta or Hudson Place Residences?
Hudson Place Residences at $2,200+ PSF is approximately 13% cheaper than Elta at $2,537 PSF. On a 3-bedroom unit, this translates to roughly $300,000–400,000 less upfront.
Which is closer to an MRT station?
Elta is closer. Clementi MRT is a 3–5 minute walk from Elta, while one-north MRT is approximately 8 minutes from Hudson Place. Buona Vista interchange is about 15 minutes from Hudson Place.
Which has better schools nearby?
Elta has two confirmed primary schools within 1km: Pei Tong Primary and Clementi Primary. Hudson Place has no confirmed primary school within 1km priority admission distance.
Want to know what Elta or Hudson Place Residences actually costs YOU?
Our assessment tool shows your exact downpayment, monthly mortgage, ABSD exposure, and stamp duty — in 4 questions.