- Station: Commonwealth (East-West Line)
- HDB blocks within 500m: 4
- HDB blocks within 1km: 24
- Avg resale price nearby: $593,325
- Average block age: 56 years
Station Overview
Commonwealth is a station on the East-West Line. Station code: EW20.
The station is surrounded by HDB estates in QT. There are 4 HDB blocks within comfortable walking distance (500m) and 24 within 1km, making this a well-served MRT location for HDB residents.
Recent resale transactions indicate an average price of $593,325 for HDB flats near this station.
HDB Blocks Within 500m (Walking Distance)
These 4 HDB blocks are within a comfortable 5–7 minute walk of Commonwealth MRT. Proximity to MRT typically commands a resale premium of 5–15% compared to blocks further away.
| Block | Road Name | Town | Year Built | Units | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 111 | C'WEALTH CRES | QT | 1964 | 78 | 440m |
| 112 | C'WEALTH CRES | QT | 1964 | 76 | 470m |
| 113 | C'WEALTH CRES | QT | 1964 | 76 | 480m |
| 110 | C'WEALTH CRES | QT | 1964 | 76 | 490m |
HDB Blocks Within 500m–1km
These 20 HDB blocks are within a 10–15 minute walk or short bus ride from Commonwealth MRT. While slightly further, these blocks often offer better value with lower resale prices.
| Block | Road Name | Town | Year Built | Units | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 117 | C'WEALTH DR | QT | 1965 | — | 520m |
| 109 | C'WEALTH CRES | QT | 1964 | 79 | 540m |
| 116 | C'WEALTH CRES | QT | 1965 | — | 540m |
| 118 | C'WEALTH CRES | QT | 1965 | — | 550m |
| 108 | C'WEALTH CRES | QT | 1964 | 75 | 580m |
| 107 | C'WEALTH CRES | QT | 1964 | 99 | 620m |
| 107A | C'WEALTH CRES | QT | 2003 | — | 630m |
| 104 | C'WEALTH CRES | QT | 1964 | 99 | 650m |
| 102 | C'WEALTH CRES | QT | 1964 | 95 | 660m |
| 106 | C'WEALTH CRES | QT | 1964 | 99 | 660m |
| 100 | C'WEALTH CRES | QT | 1964 | 75 | 680m |
| 101 | C'WEALTH CRES | QT | 1964 | 76 | 690m |
| 103 | C'WEALTH CRES | QT | 1964 | 99 | 690m |
| 1 | HOLLAND CL | QT | 1973 | 319 | 780m |
| 10 | HOLLAND AVE | QT | 1973 | 101 | 780m |
| 10A | HOLLAND DR | QT | 1997 | — | 840m |
| 12 | HOLLAND AVE | QT | 1974 | 356 | 860m |
| 13 | HOLLAND DR | QT | 1974 | 367 | 960m |
| 150A | MEI CHIN RD | QT | 1970 | — | 990m |
| 151A | MEI LING ST | QT | 2001 | — | 990m |
Price Context
Based on 279 recent HDB resale transactions (last 2 years) for streets near Commonwealth MRT. The overall average resale price is $593,325.
| Street | Transactions | Avg Price | Min Price | Max Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C'WEALTH DR | 60 | $641,078 | $310,000 | $1,200,000 |
| HOLLAND DR | 55 | $720,125 | $353,000 | $1,338,000 |
| HOLLAND CL | 49 | $608,060 | $338,888 | $1,450,000 |
| MEI LING ST | 44 | $605,313 | $355,000 | $1,360,000 |
| HOLLAND AVE | 41 | $520,339 | $380,000 | $1,108,000 |
| C'WEALTH CRES | 30 | $323,452 | $260,000 | $400,000 |
Flat Type & Size Analysis
Recent HDB resale transactions near Commonwealth MRT by flat type (last 2 years). 3 ROOM flats are the most actively traded with 192 transactions at an average price of $466,972. The price efficiency is $7,234/sqm.
| Flat Type | Transactions | Avg Price | Avg Size | Price/sqm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 ROOM | 192 | $466,972 | 64.6 sqm | $7,234/sqm |
| 4 ROOM | 51 | $836,573 | 91.1 sqm | $9,157/sqm |
| 5 ROOM | 21 | $1,079,000 | 120.8 sqm | $8,936/sqm |
| 2 ROOM | 9 | $322,099 | 45.7 sqm | $7,041/sqm |
| EXECUTIVE | 6 | $1,276,000 | 146.7 sqm | $8,705/sqm |
Recent Price Trend
Quarterly average resale prices for HDB blocks near Commonwealth MRT over the last 4 quarters.
Over this period, average resale prices have increased by 3.9%, from $662,363 to $687,925.
| Quarter | Transactions | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-Q2 | 19 | $662,363 |
| 2025-Q3 | 16 | $613,312 |
| 2025-Q4 | 25 | $709,876 |
| 2026-Q1 | 28 | $687,925 |
Rental Market & Yield
Rental transactions for HDB flats on streets near Commonwealth MRT (last 2 years). MRT proximity typically boosts rental demand, making these units attractive for both tenants and investors.
EXECUTIVE flats offer the highest estimated gross yield at 4.51% near this station, based on average resale price versus monthly rent.
| Flat Type | Rental Txns | Avg Monthly Rent | Est. Yield |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-ROOM | 910 | $2,951/mo | — |
| 4-ROOM | 189 | $3,766/mo | — |
| 5-ROOM | 81 | $4,345/mo | — |
| 2-ROOM | 28 | $2,254/mo | — |
| EXECUTIVE | 4 | $4,800/mo | 4.51% |
Block Age Profile
The 24 HDB blocks within 1km of Commonwealth MRT range from 2003 to 1964 (built), with an average age of 56 years.
| Built | Blocks | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1960s | 16 | 66.7% |
| 1970s | 5 | 20.8% |
| 1990s | 1 | 4.2% |
| 2000s | 2 | 8.3% |
21 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.