- Station: Kovan (North-East Line)
- HDB blocks within 500m: 0
- HDB blocks within 1km: 46
- Avg resale price nearby: $549,446
- Average block age: 43 years
Station Overview
Kovan is a station on the North-East Line. Station code: NE13.
The station is surrounded by HDB estates in HG. There are 0 HDB blocks within comfortable walking distance (500m) and 46 within 1km, making this a well-served MRT location for HDB residents.
Recent resale transactions indicate an average price of $549,446 for HDB flats near this station.
HDB Blocks Within 500m–1km
These 46 HDB blocks are within a 10–15 minute walk or short bus ride from Kovan MRT. While slightly further, these blocks often offer better value with lower resale prices.
| Block | Road Name | Town | Year Built | Units | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 120 | HOUGANG AVE 1 | HG | 1982 | 34 | 680m |
| 111 | HOUGANG AVE 1 | HG | 1982 | 42 | 690m |
| 109 | HOUGANG AVE 1 | HG | 1982 | 123 | 710m |
| 121 | HOUGANG AVE 1 | HG | 1981 | 23 | 720m |
| 122 | HOUGANG AVE 1 | HG | 1983 | 50 | 720m |
| 16 | HOUGANG AVE 3 | HG | 1975 | 76 | 730m |
| 112 | HOUGANG AVE 1 | HG | 1980 | 118 | 740m |
| 119 | HOUGANG AVE 1 | HG | 1980 | 119 | 740m |
| 17 | HOUGANG AVE 3 | HG | 1977 | 132 | 750m |
| 123 | HOUGANG AVE 1 | HG | 1981 | 127 | 760m |
| 110 | HOUGANG AVE 1 | HG | 1982 | 134 | 770m |
| 118 | HOUGANG AVE 1 | HG | 1981 | 15 | 780m |
| 103 | HOUGANG AVE 1 | HG | 1983 | 81 | 790m |
| 141 | LOR AH SOO | HG | 1984 | 80 | 790m |
| 117 | HOUGANG AVE 1 | HG | 1981 | 18 | 800m |
| 127 | HOUGANG AVE 1 | HG | 1981 | 24 | 800m |
| 15 | HOUGANG AVE 3 | HG | 1975 | 180 | 810m |
| 124 | HOUGANG AVE 1 | HG | 1981 | 139 | 820m |
| 142 | LOR AH SOO | HG | 1984 | 128 | 820m |
| 104 | HOUGANG AVE 1 | HG | 1983 | 8 | 830m |
| 113 | HOUGANG AVE 1 | HG | 1981 | 148 | 830m |
| 116 | HOUGANG AVE 1 | HG | 1980 | 142 | 830m |
| 102 | HOUGANG AVE 1 | HG | 1983 | 90 | 860m |
| 140 | LOR AH SOO | HG | 1984 | 96 | 860m |
| 1 | HOUGANG AVE 3 | HG | 1974 | 204 | 870m |
| 105 | HOUGANG AVE 1 | HG | 2005 | — | 870m |
| 115 | HOUGANG AVE 1 | HG | 1981 | 152 | 870m |
| 125 | HOUGANG AVE 1 | HG | 1981 | 154 | 870m |
| 126 | HOUGANG AVE 1 | HG | 1982 | 127 | 880m |
| 139 | LOR AH SOO | HG | 1984 | 96 | 880m |
| 101 | HOUGANG AVE 1 | HG | 1983 | 108 | 900m |
| 114 | HOUGANG AVE 1 | HG | 1981 | 149 | 910m |
| 143 | LOR AH SOO | HG | 1984 | 96 | 910m |
| 144 | LOR AH SOO | HG | 1984 | 80 | 920m |
| 106 | HOUGANG AVE 1 | HG | 1982 | 51 | 940m |
| 128 | LOR AH SOO | HG | 1983 | 84 | 940m |
| 138 | LOR AH SOO | HG | 1984 | 120 | 950m |
| 107 | HOUGANG AVE 1 | HG | 1982 | — | 970m |
| 145 | LOR AH SOO | HG | 1983 | 80 | 980m |
| 108 | HOUGANG AVE 1 | HG | 1982 | 70 | 990m |
| 129 | LOR AH SOO | HG | 1985 | 198 | 990m |
| 130 | LOR AH SOO | HG | 1983 | 104 | 990m |
| 131 | LOR AH SOO | HG | 1984 | 8 | 990m |
| 155 | HOUGANG ST 11 | HG | 1984 | 96 | 990m |
| 157 | HOUGANG ST 11 | HG | 1984 | 12 | 990m |
| 167 | HOUGANG AVE 1 | HG | 1996 | 145 | 990m |
Price Context
Based on 285 recent HDB resale transactions (last 2 years) for streets near Kovan MRT. The overall average resale price is $549,446.
| Street | Transactions | Avg Price | Min Price | Max Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HOUGANG AVE 1 | 126 | $554,075 | $365,000 | $1,060,000 |
| HOUGANG AVE 3 | 95 | $433,817 | $300,000 | $710,000 |
| LOR AH SOO | 42 | $748,587 | $467,000 | $990,000 |
| HOUGANG ST 11 | 22 | $642,058 | $412,000 | $818,000 |
Flat Type & Size Analysis
Recent HDB resale transactions near Kovan MRT by flat type (last 2 years). 3 ROOM flats are the most actively traded with 142 transactions at an average price of $412,546. The price efficiency is $5,953/sqm.
| Flat Type | Transactions | Avg Price | Avg Size | Price/sqm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 ROOM | 142 | $412,546 | 69.6 sqm | $5,953/sqm |
| 4 ROOM | 85 | $591,052 | 99.9 sqm | $5,909/sqm |
| 5 ROOM | 39 | $775,598 | 127.9 sqm | $6,041/sqm |
| EXECUTIVE | 19 | $922,251 | 148.6 sqm | $6,209/sqm |
Recent Price Trend
Quarterly average resale prices for HDB blocks near Kovan MRT over the last 4 quarters.
Over this period, average resale prices have increased by 16.6%, from $511,200 to $595,848.
| Quarter | Transactions | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-Q2 | 9 | $511,200 |
| 2025-Q3 | 40 | $522,172 |
| 2025-Q4 | 33 | $566,528 |
| 2026-Q1 | 33 | $595,848 |
Rental Market & Yield
Rental transactions for HDB flats on streets near Kovan 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 4.92% near this station, based on average resale price versus monthly rent.
| Flat Type | Rental Txns | Avg Monthly Rent | Est. Yield |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-ROOM | 364 | $2,560/mo | — |
| 4-ROOM | 272 | $3,080/mo | — |
| 5-ROOM | 83 | $3,518/mo | — |
| EXECUTIVE | 27 | $3,782/mo | 4.92% |
Block Age Profile
The 46 HDB blocks within 1km of Kovan MRT range from 2005 to 1974 (built), with an average age of 43 years.
| Built | Blocks | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 4 | 8.7% |
| 1980s | 40 | 87% |
| 1990s | 1 | 2.2% |
| 2000s | 1 | 2.2% |
44 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.
FAQ
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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.