How Much Is a Flat at Block 388 Bt Batok West Ave 5 Worth?

5 Room · Built 2005 · 78 years 03 months remaining MOP Cleared

Last updated: 13 Jun 2026

Latest Sale

$688,888

2025-10 · 5 Room

Median $/sqm

$4,836

Based on 29 txns

Total Txns

29

Since data available

5-Yr Trend

▲26.5%

vs 5 years ago

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BUYER DEMAND

3.0 / 10

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Transaction History 29 total

Date Floor Type sqm Price $/sqm
2025-10 07 TO 09 5 Room 118 $688,888 $5,838
2025-03 01 TO 03 5 Room 118 $680,000 $5,763
2024-10 04 TO 06 5 Room 118 $680,000 $5,763
2024-09 04 TO 06 5 Room 118 $660,000 $5,593
2024-08 13 TO 15 5 Room 118 $675,000 $5,720
2023-08 16 TO 18 5 Room 118 $668,000 $5,661
2023-05 22 TO 24 5 Room 118 $680,000 $5,763
2023-02 22 TO 24 5 Room 110 $680,000 $6,182
2022-01 16 TO 18 5 Room 110 $609,250 $5,539
2021-09 16 TO 18 5 Room 110 $578,000 $5,255
2021-08 16 TO 18 5 Room 118 $588,888 $4,991
2020-12 07 TO 09 5 Room 118 $530,000 $4,492
2020-11 13 TO 15 5 Room 118 $560,000 $4,746
2020-05 16 TO 18 5 Room 118 $530,000 $4,492
2020-01 10 TO 12 5 Room 110 $517,000 $4,700
2019-09 22 TO 24 5 Room 110 $532,000 $4,836
2019-04 04 TO 06 5 Room 118 $500,000 $4,237
2019-04 07 TO 09 5 Room 110 $530,000 $4,818
2019-04 16 TO 18 5 Room 118 $571,000 $4,839
2019-01 10 TO 12 5 Room 110 $558,000 $5,073
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About Block 388 Bt Batok West Ave 5

Flats at Block 388 Bt Batok West Ave 5 have been selling at a median of $5,838/sqm over the last year, mainly 5-room flats at $688,888 median, with 1 transaction recorded.

The block is an 12-minute walk from Bukit Gombak MRT Station (945m) and is near Sunshine Place mall (1362m, 18 min walk). It is also near St. Anthony'S Primary School (26178m, 315 min walk) and Dazhong Primary School (1070m, 13 min walk).

All data is sourced from data.gov.sg and updated daily.

What's Near Block 388 Bt Batok West Ave 5?

Facilities and transport within a 15-minute walk. Walking times are route-based.

MRT / LRT

BUKIT GOMBAK MRT STATION 945m · 12 min

Nearby Schools

DAZHONG PRIMARY SCHOOL 1070m · 13 min

Parks

BUKIT GOMBAK PARK 405m · 5 min
PAVILION PLAYGROUND II 670m · 9 min

Community Facilities

Hong Kah North CC 927m · 12 min

Other Blocks on Bt Batok West Ave 5

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a flat at Block 388 Bt Batok West Ave 5?

Based on 29 recorded transactions, the median resale price is $680,000. The most recent sale was $688,888 in 2025-10.

Median by flat type (last 24 months)

Flat Type Most Recent Median
5 Room $680,000

What is my flat worth at Block 388?

The overall median resale price at Block 388 Bt Batok West Ave 5 is $680,000. Prices have risen 26.5% over the past 5 years.

How much cash will I actually receive when I sell my flat at Block 388?

Your gross sale proceeds are what the buyer pays. From that, three things are deducted: your outstanding loan, your CPF principal (all CPF savings used for the flat, returned to your CPF OA), and CPF accrued interest (the interest CPF calculates on those savings at 2.5% p.a., compounded annually). What remains after these deductions is your cash in hand. Use the What's Your Flat Worth? calculator above to estimate your actual cash take-home based on Block 388 prices.

What is CPF accrued interest and why does it reduce my sale proceeds?

When you buy a flat using CPF, those funds are considered a loan from your CPF OA to yourself. When you sell, CPF Board requires you to return the principal plus the interest those funds would have earned had they stayed in your OA — currently 2.5% per annum, compounded. This is not a penalty or a fee paid to anyone; the money goes back into your CPF OA. However, it does reduce your cash proceeds — and the longer you have owned the flat, the larger the accrued amount. Use the CPF Accrued Interest Calculator above to estimate your deduction before you decide to sell.

How active is the resale market at Block 388?

Block 388 has recorded 29 resale transactions — roughly 1.2 sales per month over the past 24 months. The latest transaction closed in 2025-10.

What flat types are available at Block 388?

Block 388 Bt Batok West Ave 5 has 5 Room units.

How much can I unlock to upgrade if I sell my HDB at Block 388?

Selling to upgrade means planning both timelines and funds. Your proceeds split into cash in hand (for your next downpayment and transition costs) and CPF refund (returned to CPF OA). Use the What's Your Flat Worth? calculator above to estimate the equity you can deploy for your next home.

What is the remaining lease for Block 388?

Block 388 was built in 2005 with a 99-year lease. It has approximately 78 years 03 months remaining.

Does Block 388's remaining lease affect its resale value?

At 78 years remaining, lease length is not a meaningful factor for your sale. Buyers can use their full CPF savings and access standard bank financing. Your buyer pool is unrestricted.

When can I sell my flat at Block 388 Bt Batok West Ave 5?

Flats at Block 388 Bt Batok West Ave 5 have cleared their 5-year Minimum Occupation Period (MOP) and are eligible for resale on the open market. You can list your flat now.

How long does it take to sell an HDB flat?

The standard HDB resale process takes approximately 8–12 weeks from granting the Option to Purchase (OTP) to the completion appointment. This includes HDB resale application, HDB valuation, CPF usage approval, and final appointment scheduling.

Can I sell my HDB flat without an agent?

Yes — HDB's resale portal allows you to handle the transaction yourself. However, for owners upgrading to their next home, an experienced agent helps align pricing, buyer negotiation, and completion timing so your next purchase is less exposed to delays. The typical 1–2% commission is often recovered through a stronger sale outcome.

What are the costs of selling an HDB flat?

Typical costs for a seller:

Agent commission ~1–2% of sale price
Legal / conveyancing ~S$500 (HDB) or ~S$2,000 (private)
HDB admin fee S$80
Resale levy S$15,000–S$55,000 (if applicable)
Seller stamp duty None (after MOP)
Total (est.) on $680,000 excl. levy $14,180 to $15,680