5-Room HDB Resale Prices in Central Area (2026)
Median price $1.46m across 17 transactions in the last 12 months. Latest deals, price distribution, and year-on-year change.
Median Price
$1.46m
last 12 months
Average Price
$1.24m
last 12 months
YoY Change
-3.2%
vs prior 12 months
Transactions
17
last 12 months
What This Price Actually Means
Recent 5-room transactions in Central Area average roughly $11,265/sqm. The gap between the cheapest and priciest 5-room unit sold here in the last 12 months is 107% ($788,000 to $1,630,000), storey, remaining lease, and renovation condition explain most of that spread within a single town and flat type.
At the median price of $1,460,000, an 80% LTV HDB concessionary loan over 25 years works out to roughly $5,299/month. Under the 30% MSR rule, that implies a gross household income floor of around $17,700/month just to qualify, before accounting for existing debts or the cash/CPF needed for the downpayment. Run your own numbers on the HDB Affordability Calculator.
A word of caution before you anchor on that median: only 17 5-room deals happened in Central Area in the past year. That's thin. One high-floor unit or one fresh renovation can move the whole number. Valuers know this too, so they'll reach for adjacent towns or older deals, and you should expect wider gaps between asking, offer and official valuation. Treat every figure on this page as a starting point, not gospel.
Price Range
Number of transactions by price band, last 12 months.
Recent 5-Room Transactions in Central Area
Last 15 recorded sales
| Month | Address | Storey | Area | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05 | Blk 639 Rowell Rd | 22 TO 24 | 139m² | $990,000 |
| 2026-05 | Blk 1B Cantonment Rd | 43 TO 45 | 105m² | $1,630,000 |
| 2026-03 | Blk 672A Klang Lane | 04 TO 06 | 105m² | $815,000 |
| 2026-03 | Blk 1G Cantonment Rd | 16 TO 18 | 107m² | $1,500,000 |
| 2026-02 | Blk 671A Klang Lane | 07 TO 09 | 105m² | $800,000 |
| 2026-02 | Blk 1E Cantonment Rd | 10 TO 12 | 106m² | $1,515,000 |
| 2026-01 | Blk 672A Klang Lane | 04 TO 06 | 105m² | $820,000 |
| 2026-01 | Blk 1A Cantonment Rd | 19 TO 21 | 106m² | $1,560,000 |
| 2025-12 | Blk 632 Veerasamy Rd | 22 TO 24 | 135m² | $1,128,000 |
| 2025-11 | Blk 1E Cantonment Rd | 16 TO 18 | 107m² | $1,490,000 |
| 2025-10 | Blk 1E Cantonment Rd | 46 TO 48 | 105m² | $1,460,000 |
| 2025-10 | Blk 1F Cantonment Rd | 07 TO 09 | 107m² | $1,466,000 |
| 2025-10 | Blk 1B Cantonment Rd | 28 TO 30 | 105m² | $1,550,000 |
| 2025-09 | Blk 642 Rowell Rd | 25 TO 27 | 137m² | $1,090,000 |
| 2025-09 | Blk 672B Klang Lane | 10 TO 12 | 105m² | $788,000 |
Source: data.gov.sg · Updated daily
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median 5-Room HDB resale price in Central Area in 2026?
The median 5-Room HDB resale price in Central Area is $1,460,000 based on 17 transactions over the last 12 months. Prices ranged from $788,000 to $1,630,000. Year-on-year change: -3.2%.
Are 5-Room HDB flats in Central Area a good buy?
5-Room flats in Central Area are priced at a median of $1,460,000 based on 17 transactions in the last 12 months, with prices down 3.2% year-on-year. That puts Central Area among the pricier across Singapore's 26 towns for 5-Room prices. Whether it suits you depends on your commute, budget, and life stage. Use the HDB Affordability Calculator to check if this price fits your CPF balance and income.
How much cash do I need to buy a 5-Room HDB resale flat in Central Area?
For a 5-Room flat at the median price of $1,460,000, assuming an HDB concessionary loan (80% LTV), you need at least 5% in cash ($73,000) plus 15% which can be CPF OA. Additional costs: Buyer's Stamp Duty, legal fees (~$2,000–$3,000), and any COV above valuation. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator for the exact BSD amount.
What grants are available for a 5-Room resale HDB in Central Area?
First-timer buyers of resale HDB flats may be eligible for: the Enhanced CPF Housing Grant (EHG) of up to $80,000 (income-tested), the Proximity Housing Grant (PHG) of $30,000 if buying within 4km of parents, or $20,000 if near parents. These are cash grants credited to your CPF OA and reduce the loan amount needed.
How does the 5-Room HDB price in Central Area compare to other towns?
Among the 26 towns with 5-Room resale transactions in the last 12 months, Central Area ranks 26 of 26, among the pricier at a median of $1,460,000. The most affordable town is Jurong West at $640,000, while Central Area is the priciest at $1,460,000. See the HDB Resale Price Tracker for the full side-by-side view.