HDB Town
Central Area
Mature Estate
Median Price
$632K
Avg PSF
$936
Transactions (12m)
163
Estate Type
Mature
Price by Flat Type
4 Room
$1.22M
3 Room
$540K
5 Room
$1.48M
2 Room
$370K
Recent Transactions
| Address | Flat Type | Price | PSF | Area (sqft) | Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 533 Upp Cross St | 3 Room | $566K | $876 | 646 | 2026-01 |
| 535 Upp Cross St | 3 Room | $598K | $817 | 732 | 2026-01 |
| 8 Tg Pagar Plaza | 4 Room | $811K | $908 | 893 | 2026-01 |
| 662 Buffalo Rd | 4 Room | $585K | $663 | 883 | 2026-01 |
| 662 Buffalo Rd | 4 Room | $615K | $628 | 980 | 2026-01 |
| 1c Cantonment Rd | 4 Room | $1.50M | $1,467 | 1,023 | 2026-01 |
| 26 Jln Berseh | 4 Room | $656K | $700 | 936 | 2026-01 |
| 1a Cantonment Rd | 5 Room | $1.56M | $1,367 | 1,141 | 2026-01 |
| 672a Klang Lane | 5 Room | $820K | $726 | 1,130 | 2026-01 |
| 30 Kelantan Rd | 3 Room | $519K | $742 | 700 | 2026-01 |
HDB Projects
BTO vs Resale in Central Area
Central Area is a mature estate. BTO launches are highly competitive — first-timer success rate for 4-room flats is ~18%.
| Factor | BTO (New) | Resale |
|---|---|---|
| Price Range | From ~$100K (2-room) to ~$600K+ (5-room) | Median $632K |
| Waiting Time | 4–5 years (under construction) | Immediate (move in upon completion) |
| Location Choice | Limited to BTO launch sites | Any HDB block in any town |
| Ballot Success (4-room, 1st timer) | ~18% chance | No ballot needed |
| First-Timer Priority | 95% of units reserved | No priority system |
| Grants Available | EHG (up to $80K) | EHG + Family/Singles Grant + Proximity Grant |
| Renovation | Full renovation needed (bare unit) | May need partial renovation |
| Lease | Fresh 99-year lease | Remaining lease varies (40–90+ years) |
BTO success rates based on HDB data 2020–2025. Resale median based on 12-month transactions.
HDB Grants You May Qualify For
Select your purchase type and applicant status to see available grants. Amounts shown are approximate maximums — actual amounts depend on income.
Enhanced CPF Housing Grant (EHG)
Income-tiered grant for first-time buyers. Amount decreases as income increases.
CPF Housing Grant (Family)
For families buying resale HDB. First-timers receive higher amounts.
Proximity Housing Grant (PHG)
For buying a resale flat near parents or children. Living with: higher amount.
Step-Up CPF Housing Grant
For upgrading from 2-room Flexi to a larger resale flat.
Grant amounts are approximate maximums as of 2025. Eligibility depends on citizenship, income, property ownership history, and other factors. Refer to HDB.gov.sg for the latest rates.