- Station: Chinatown (North-East Line, Downtown Line) — Interchange
- HDB blocks within 500m: 0
- HDB blocks within 1km: 14
- Avg resale price nearby: $1,124,665
- Average block age: 36 years
Station Overview
Chinatown is a station on the North-East Line, Downtown Line, serving as a major interchange station. Station codes: NE4, DT19.
The station is surrounded by HDB estates in CT, BM. There are 0 HDB blocks within comfortable walking distance (500m) and 14 within 1km, making this a moderately served MRT location for HDB residents.
Recent resale transactions indicate an average price of $1,124,665 for HDB flats near this station.
HDB Blocks Within 500m–1km
These 14 HDB blocks are within a 10–15 minute walk or short bus ride from Chinatown MRT. While slightly further, these blocks often offer better value with lower resale prices.
| Block | Road Name | Town | Year Built | Units | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | JLN KUKOH | CT | 1969 | 84 | 660m |
| 10 | JLN KUKOH | CT | 1970 | 92 | 670m |
| 10A | JLN KUKOH | CT | 1999 | — | 710m |
| 13 | YORK HILL | CT | 1969 | 182 | 740m |
| 12 | YORK HILL | CT | 1969 | 198 | 770m |
| 11 | YORK HILL | CT | 1969 | 198 | 790m |
| 1B | CANTONMENT RD | CT | 2009 | 264 | 850m |
| 1A | CANTONMENT RD | CT | 2009 | 264 | 870m |
| 1C | CANTONMENT RD | CT | 2009 | 264 | 870m |
| 1D | CANTONMENT RD | CT | 2009 | 264 | 940m |
| 1 | EVERTON PK | BM | 1965 | 95 | 960m |
| 1A | EVERTON PK | BM | 2000 | — | 970m |
| 1 | CANTONMENT RD | CT | 2010 | — | 980m |
| 1E | CANTONMENT RD | CT | 2009 | 264 | 980m |
Price Context
Based on 99 recent HDB resale transactions (last 2 years) for streets near Chinatown MRT. The overall average resale price is $1,124,665.
| Street | Transactions | Avg Price | Min Price | Max Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANTONMENT RD | 66 | $1,387,849 | $1,130,000 | $1,600,000 |
| EVERTON PK | 23 | $698,609 | $515,000 | $950,000 |
| JLN KUKOH | 10 | $367,578 | $288,000 | $688,888 |
Flat Type & Size Analysis
Recent HDB resale transactions near Chinatown MRT by flat type (last 2 years). 4 ROOM flats are the most actively traded with 49 transactions at an average price of $1,330,102. The price efficiency is $14,117/sqm.
| Flat Type | Transactions | Avg Price | Avg Size | Price/sqm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 ROOM | 49 | $1,330,102 | 94.4 sqm | $14,117/sqm |
| 5 ROOM | 26 | $1,315,495 | 114.7 sqm | $11,872/sqm |
| 3 ROOM | 17 | $577,412 | 78.2 sqm | $7,368/sqm |
| 2 ROOM | 7 | $306,841 | 53.4 sqm | $5,744/sqm |
Recent Price Trend
Quarterly average resale prices for HDB blocks near Chinatown MRT over the last 4 quarters.
Over this period, average resale prices have increased by 13.5%, from $1,104,472 to $1,253,972.
| Quarter | Transactions | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-Q2 | 8 | $1,104,472 |
| 2025-Q3 | 19 | $1,158,989 |
| 2025-Q4 | 8 | $1,005,486 |
| 2026-Q1 | 8 | $1,253,972 |
Rental Market & Yield
Rental transactions for HDB flats on streets near Chinatown MRT (last 2 years). MRT proximity typically boosts rental demand, making these units attractive for both tenants and investors.
| Flat Type | Rental Txns | Avg Monthly Rent | Est. Yield |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4-ROOM | 173 | $4,760/mo | — |
| 5-ROOM | 108 | $5,063/mo | — |
| 3-ROOM | 87 | $3,045/mo | — |
| 2-ROOM | 40 | $2,153/mo | — |
Block Age Profile
The 14 HDB blocks within 1km of Chinatown MRT range from 2010 to 1965 (built), with an average age of 36 years.
| Built | Blocks | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 | 35.7% |
| 1970s | 1 | 7.1% |
| 1990s | 1 | 7.1% |
| 2000s | 6 | 42.9% |
| 2010s | 1 | 7.1% |
6 blocks were built before 1990 (over 35 years old). Older blocks may face lease decay considerations for buyers — remaining lease affects CPF usage and loan tenure. Consider checking the Lease Decay Calculator for impact analysis.
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Methodology & Sources
This analysis covers the latest available data and is updated as new data becomes available.
Transaction data sourced from URA REALIS.
- Distances calculated using haversine formula.
- Resale and rental data from HDB via data.gov.sg.
- Storey premium and size analysis based on transactions from the last 2 years.
Median values used to minimize outlier impact. PSF = price per square foot.