- Station: Dakota (Circle Line)
- HDB blocks within 500m: 2
- HDB blocks within 1km: 18
- Avg resale price nearby: $660,259
- Average block age: 49 years
Station Overview
Dakota is a station on the Circle Line. Station code: CC8.
The station is surrounded by HDB estates in GL, KWN. There are 2 HDB blocks within comfortable walking distance (500m) and 18 within 1km, making this a moderately served MRT location for HDB residents.
Recent resale transactions indicate an average price of $660,259 for HDB flats near this station.
HDB Blocks Within 500m (Walking Distance)
These 2 HDB blocks are within a comfortable 5–7 minute walk of Dakota 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | OLD AIRPORT RD | GL | 1958 | 56 | 480m |
| 16 | DAKOTA CRES | GL | 1958 | 12 | 480m |
HDB Blocks Within 500m–1km
These 16 HDB blocks are within a 10–15 minute walk or short bus ride from Dakota MRT. While slightly further, these blocks often offer better value with lower resale prices.
| Block | Road Name | Town | Year Built | Units | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | DAKOTA CRES | GL | 1958 | 53 | 510m |
| 12 | DAKOTA CRES | GL | 1958 | 9 | 520m |
| 13 | OLD AIRPORT RD | GL | 1958 | 14 | 580m |
| 1 | PINE CL | GL | 1998 | 156 | 600m |
| 11A | PINE CL | GL | 1998 | — | 630m |
| 11 | PINE CL | GL | 1998 | 156 | 660m |
| 12 | PINE CL | GL | 1981 | 120 | 700m |
| 10 | PINE CL | GL | 1981 | 120 | 710m |
| 1 | KG KAYU RD | KWN | 1963 | 107 | 760m |
| 134 | GEYLANG EAST AVE 1 | GL | 1986 | 24 | 890m |
| 132 | GEYLANG EAST AVE 1 | GL | 1986 | 93 | 930m |
| 10 | JLN BATU | KWN | 1966 | 132 | 950m |
| 129 | GEYLANG EAST AVE 2 | GL | 1986 | 12 | 950m |
| 130 | GEYLANG EAST AVE 1 | GL | 1986 | 85 | 950m |
| 131 | GEYLANG EAST AVE 1 | GL | 1986 | 40 | 950m |
| 133 | GEYLANG EAST AVE 1 | GL | 1986 | 94 | 960m |
Price Context
Based on 132 recent HDB resale transactions (last 2 years) for streets near Dakota MRT. The overall average resale price is $660,259.
| Street | Transactions | Avg Price | Min Price | Max Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JLN BATU | 39 | $493,441 | $280,000 | $1,128,000 |
| GEYLANG EAST AVE 1 | 38 | $781,798 | $435,000 | $1,150,000 |
| PINE CL | 29 | $855,910 | $468,000 | $1,375,000 |
| OLD AIRPORT RD | 10 | $328,700 | $300,000 | $350,000 |
| DAKOTA CRES | 9 | $781,876 | $540,000 | $1,250,000 |
| KG KAYU RD | 7 | $436,627 | $406,500 | $488,000 |
Flat Type & Size Analysis
Recent HDB resale transactions near Dakota MRT by flat type (last 2 years). 3 ROOM flats are the most actively traded with 57 transactions at an average price of $424,206. The price efficiency is $6,492/sqm.
| Flat Type | Transactions | Avg Price | Avg Size | Price/sqm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 ROOM | 57 | $424,206 | 64.7 sqm | $6,492/sqm |
| 5 ROOM | 29 | $995,188 | 124.9 sqm | $8,058/sqm |
| 4 ROOM | 23 | $800,156 | 99.0 sqm | $8,148/sqm |
| EXECUTIVE | 12 | $1,023,555 | 145.5 sqm | $7,040/sqm |
| 2 ROOM | 11 | $311,616 | 48.5 sqm | $6,436/sqm |
Recent Price Trend
Quarterly average resale prices for HDB blocks near Dakota MRT over the last 4 quarters.
Over this period, average resale prices have increased by 69.4%, from $463,752 to $785,548.
| Quarter | Transactions | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-Q2 | 4 | $463,752 |
| 2025-Q3 | 23 | $708,734 |
| 2025-Q4 | 17 | $711,457 |
| 2026-Q1 | 12 | $785,548 |
Rental Market & Yield
Rental transactions for HDB flats on streets near Dakota 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 4.85% near this station, based on average resale price versus monthly rent.
| Flat Type | Rental Txns | Avg Monthly Rent | Est. Yield |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-ROOM | 193 | $2,680/mo | — |
| 5-ROOM | 75 | $3,991/mo | — |
| 4-ROOM | 74 | $3,608/mo | — |
| 2-ROOM | 48 | $2,283/mo | — |
| EXECUTIVE | 23 | $4,134/mo | 4.85% |
Block Age Profile
The 18 HDB blocks within 1km of Dakota MRT range from 1998 to 1958 (built), with an average age of 49 years.
| Built | Blocks | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1950s | 5 | 27.8% |
| 1960s | 2 | 11.1% |
| 1980s | 8 | 44.4% |
| 1990s | 3 | 16.7% |
15 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.