- Station: MacPherson (Circle Line, Downtown Line) — Interchange
- HDB blocks within 500m: 4
- HDB blocks within 1km: 26
- Avg resale price nearby: $611,790
- Average block age: 41 years
Station Overview
MacPherson is a station on the Circle Line, Downtown Line, serving as a major interchange station. Station codes: CC10, DT26.
The station is surrounded by HDB estates in GL. There are 4 HDB blocks within comfortable walking distance (500m) and 26 within 1km, making this a well-served MRT location for HDB residents.
Recent resale transactions indicate an average price of $611,790 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 MacPherson 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 | CIRCUIT RD | GL | 2025 | — | 70m |
| 17B | CIRCUIT RD | GL | 2015 | 108 | 390m |
| 17 | CIRCUIT RD | GL | 2015 | — | 400m |
| 17A | CIRCUIT RD | GL | 2015 | 72 | 430m |
HDB Blocks Within 500m–1km
These 22 HDB blocks are within a 10–15 minute walk or short bus ride from MacPherson MRT. While slightly further, these blocks often offer better value with lower resale prices.
| Block | Road Name | Town | Year Built | Units | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 114 | ALJUNIED AVE 2 | GL | 1978 | — | 640m |
| 115 | ALJUNIED AVE 2 | GL | 1978 | 3 | 650m |
| 116 | ALJUNIED AVE 2 | GL | 1978 | 3 | 690m |
| 117 | ALJUNIED AVE 2 | GL | 1978 | — | 730m |
| 120 | PAYA LEBAR WAY | GL | 1979 | 80 | 770m |
| 118 | ALJUNIED AVE 2 | GL | 1986 | — | 780m |
| 113 | ALJUNIED AVE 2 | GL | 1978 | 3 | 790m |
| 124 | PAYA LEBAR WAY | GL | 1979 | 80 | 790m |
| 119 | ALJUNIED AVE 2 | GL | 1981 | 3 | 830m |
| 123 | PAYA LEBAR WAY | GL | 1979 | 80 | 860m |
| 112 | ALJUNIED CRES | GL | 1979 | 130 | 870m |
| 100 | ALJUNIED CRES | GL | 1977 | 198 | 900m |
| 111 | ALJUNIED CRES | GL | 1977 | 130 | 930m |
| 126 | ALJUNIED RD | GL | 1982 | 76 | 930m |
| 121 | PAYA LEBAR WAY | GL | 1979 | 354 | 940m |
| 122 | PAYA LEBAR WAY | GL | 1979 | 132 | 940m |
| 128 | GEYLANG EAST AVE 1 | GL | 1982 | 139 | 940m |
| 110 | ALJUNIED CRES | GL | 1979 | 110 | 950m |
| 101 | ALJUNIED CRES | GL | 1977 | 152 | 960m |
| 124 | GEYLANG EAST AVE 1 | GL | 1983 | 211 | 970m |
| 125 | ALJUNIED RD | GL | 1982 | 76 | 980m |
| 108 | ALJUNIED CRES | GL | 1980 | 151 | 990m |
Price Context
Based on 460 recent HDB resale transactions (last 2 years) for streets near MacPherson MRT. The overall average resale price is $611,790.
| Street | Transactions | Avg Price | Min Price | Max Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIRCUIT RD | 330 | $626,499 | $246,000 | $1,088,000 |
| ALJUNIED CRES | 57 | $455,384 | $285,000 | $839,800 |
| GEYLANG EAST AVE 1 | 38 | $781,798 | $435,000 | $1,150,000 |
| PAYA LEBAR WAY | 28 | $483,889 | $295,000 | $736,000 |
| ALJUNIED RD | 7 | $780,686 | $738,000 | $825,000 |
Flat Type & Size Analysis
Recent HDB resale transactions near MacPherson MRT by flat type (last 2 years). 3 ROOM flats are the most actively traded with 244 transactions at an average price of $448,913. The price efficiency is $7,074/sqm.
| Flat Type | Transactions | Avg Price | Avg Size | Price/sqm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 ROOM | 244 | $448,913 | 62.4 sqm | $7,074/sqm |
| 4 ROOM | 150 | $886,631 | 94.1 sqm | $9,432/sqm |
| 2 ROOM | 33 | $289,405 | 43.5 sqm | $6,656/sqm |
| 5 ROOM | 23 | $831,043 | 125.1 sqm | $6,636/sqm |
| EXECUTIVE | 10 | $1,022,966 | 146.4 sqm | $6,991/sqm |
Recent Price Trend
Quarterly average resale prices for HDB blocks near MacPherson MRT over the last 4 quarters.
Over this period, average resale prices have increased by 0.4%, from $616,452 to $618,658.
| Quarter | Transactions | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-Q2 | 17 | $616,452 |
| 2025-Q3 | 49 | $662,642 |
| 2025-Q4 | 50 | $545,701 |
| 2026-Q1 | 42 | $618,658 |
Rental Market & Yield
Rental transactions for HDB flats on streets near MacPherson 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 4.87% near this station, based on average resale price versus monthly rent.
| Flat Type | Rental Txns | Avg Monthly Rent | Est. Yield |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-ROOM | 549 | $2,604/mo | — |
| 4-ROOM | 119 | $3,373/mo | — |
| 2-ROOM | 66 | $1,972/mo | — |
| 5-ROOM | 39 | $3,638/mo | — |
| EXECUTIVE | 21 | $4,154/mo | 4.87% |
Block Age Profile
The 26 HDB blocks within 1km of MacPherson MRT range from 2025 to 1977 (built), with an average age of 41 years.
| Built | Blocks | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 15 | 57.7% |
| 1980s | 7 | 26.9% |
| 2010s | 3 | 11.5% |
| 2020s | 1 | 3.8% |
22 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.