How Much Is a Flat at Block 131 Jln Bt Merah Worth?

3 Room · Built 1976 · 49 years 02 months remaining MOP Cleared

Last updated: 13 Jun 2026

Latest Sale

$420,000

2025-12 · 3 Room

Median $/sqm

$4,738

Based on 25 txns

Total Txns

25

Since data available

5-Yr Trend

▲20.0%

vs 5 years ago

What Will You Actually Walk Away With?

Select your flat and storey. We'll calculate your estimated cash in hand, CPF refund, and all deductions — including accrued interest and resale levy.

Flat Type

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Market Demand

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Based on recent sales data · Updates monthly

Sold at this block (6mo)

1 flats ⚡

AVG. DAYS TO OFFER

~180 days

Transaction density proxy

BUYER DEMAND

3.2 / 10

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Lease Clock

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0 yrs 49 years left 99 yrs

Key threshold: 60 years

Buyer financing is already restricted

Your block has 49 years of lease left. Buyers already face CPF usage limits and lower loan quantum when purchasing. This means fewer buyers qualify, and those who do will negotiate harder. Selling sooner gives you a larger buyer pool and a stronger sale price.

A specialist agent can target the right buyers and negotiate the best possible outcome for you.

Transaction History 25 total

Date Floor Type sqm Price $/sqm
2025-12 04 TO 06 3 Room 76 $420,000 $5,526
2024-11 01 TO 03 3 Room 65 $330,000 $5,077
2024-10 04 TO 06 3 Room 65 $396,000 $6,092
2024-03 04 TO 06 3 Room 65 $360,000 $5,538
2023-06 07 TO 09 3 Room 65 $360,000 $5,538
2023-01 07 TO 09 3 Room 65 $390,000 $6,000
2022-08 04 TO 06 3 Room 76 $360,000 $4,737
2021-06 10 TO 12 3 Room 65 $315,000 $4,846
2021-05 07 TO 09 3 Room 65 $300,000 $4,615
2021-03 07 TO 09 3 Room 65 $308,000 $4,738
2021-01 07 TO 09 3 Room 65 $300,000 $4,615
2020-09 04 TO 06 3 Room 65 $290,000 $4,462
2020-01 07 TO 09 3 Room 76 $298,000 $3,921
2019-09 01 TO 03 3 Room 65 $288,000 $4,431
2019-07 04 TO 06 3 Room 65 $295,000 $4,538
2019-04 01 TO 03 3 Room 65 $235,000 $3,615
2019-03 07 TO 09 3 Room 65 $280,000 $4,308
2018-06 07 TO 09 3 Room 65 $300,000 $4,615
2018-06 04 TO 06 3 Room 65 $315,000 $4,846
2018-04 04 TO 06 3 Room 65 $300,000 $4,615
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About Block 131 Jln Bt Merah

Flats at Block 131 Jln Bt Merah have been selling at a median of $5,526/sqm, mainly 3-room flats at $420,000 median, with 1 transaction recorded.

The block is an 11-minute walk from Tiong Bahru MRT Station (903m) and is near Tiong Bahru Plaza mall (977m, 12 min walk). It is also near Zhangde Primary School (780m, 10 min walk).

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

What's Near Block 131 Jln Bt Merah?

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

MRT / LRT

TIONG BAHRU MRT STATION 903m · 11 min

Nearby Schools

ZHANGDE PRIMARY SCHOOL 780m · 10 min

Hawker Centres

Jalan Bukit Merah Blk 112 (Blk 112 Jalan Bukit Merah Market and Food Centre) 344m · 5 min
Tiong Bahru Market 941m · 12 min

Shopping Malls

Tiong Bahru Plaza 977m · 12 min

Parks

KIM PONG PARK 575m · 7 min
SILAT AVENUE PARK 748m · 10 min

Community Facilities

Tiong Bahru CC 820m · 10 min

Other Blocks on Jln Bt Merah

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a flat at Block 131 Jln Bt Merah?

Based on 25 recorded transactions, the median resale price is $396,000. The most recent sale was $420,000 in 2025-12.

Median by flat type (last 24 months)

Flat Type Most Recent Median
3 Room $396,000

What is my flat worth at Block 131?

The overall median resale price at Block 131 Jln Bt Merah is $396,000. Prices have risen 20.0% over the past 5 years.

How much cash will I actually receive when I sell my flat at Block 131?

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 131 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 131?

Block 131 has recorded 25 resale transactions — roughly 1.0 sales per month over the past 24 months. The latest transaction closed in 2025-12.

What flat types are available at Block 131?

Block 131 Jln Bt Merah has 3 Room units.

How much can I unlock to upgrade if I sell my HDB at Block 131?

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 131?

Block 131 was built in 1976 with a 99-year lease. It has approximately 49 years 02 months remaining.

Does Block 131's remaining lease affect its resale value?

At 49 years remaining, CPF eligibility is increasingly age-dependent. Many buyers in their 30s and 40s face CPF pro-ration, reducing their effective purchasing power. Shorter bank loan tenures also raise monthly repayments for the same loan amount. Both effects narrow your buyer pool and tend to put downward pressure on price — selling sooner is worth considering.

When can I sell my flat at Block 131 Jln Bt Merah?

Flats at Block 131 Jln Bt Merah 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 $396,000 excl. levy $8,500 to $10,000