How Much Is a Flat at Block 51 Sims Dr Worth?

5 Room · Built 1977 · 51 years 01 month remaining MOP Cleared

Last updated: 15 Jun 2026

Latest Sale

$658,888

2025-04 · 5 Room

Median $/sqm

$5,627

Based on 18 txns

Total Txns

18

Since data available

5-Yr Trend

▲18.6%

vs 5 years ago

What Will You Actually Walk Away With?

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BUYER DEMAND

2.6 / 10

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Lease Clock

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0 yrs 51 years left 99 yrs

Key threshold: 60 years

Buyer financing is already restricted

Your block has 51 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 18 total

Date Floor Type sqm Price $/sqm
2025-04 04 TO 06 5 Room 114 $658,888 $5,780
2024-08 22 TO 24 5 Room 117 $802,888 $6,862
2024-06 01 TO 03 5 Room 117 $695,000 $5,940
2023-12 07 TO 09 5 Room 119 $763,000 $6,412
2023-09 19 TO 21 5 Room 117 $750,000 $6,410
2023-03 10 TO 12 5 Room 119 $695,000 $5,840
2022-04 22 TO 24 5 Room 119 $720,000 $6,050
2022-03 07 TO 09 5 Room 117 $590,000 $5,043
2021-12 04 TO 06 5 Room 114 $658,000 $5,772
2021-10 25 TO 27 5 Room 117 $680,000 $5,812
2021-04 04 TO 06 5 Room 114 $540,000 $4,737
2020-09 07 TO 09 5 Room 114 $558,000 $4,895
2020-09 04 TO 06 5 Room 117 $530,000 $4,530
2018-05 07 TO 09 5 Room 119 $577,000 $4,849
2018-01 10 TO 12 5 Room 117 $595,000 $5,085
2017-12 22 TO 24 5 Room 114 $625,000 $5,482
2017-11 22 TO 24 5 Room 117 $620,000 $5,299
2017-07 13 TO 15 5 Room 117 $600,000 $5,128
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About Block 51 Sims Dr

Flats at Block 51 Sims Dr have historically sold at a median of $5,552/sqm, with 18 transactions on record.

The block is a 6-minute walk from Aljunied MRT Station (475m) and is near Aperia Mall mall (901m, 12 min walk). It is also near Geylang Methodist School (Primary) (1005m, 13 min walk).

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

What's Near Block 51 Sims Dr?

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

MRT / LRT

ALJUNIED MRT STATION 475m · 6 min
KALLANG MRT STATION 1129m · 14 min

Nearby Schools

GEYLANG METHODIST SCHOOL (PRIMARY) 1005m · 13 min

Hawker Centres

Sims Place Blk 49 (Sims Vista Market and Food Centre) 87m · 2 min

Community Facilities

Geylang Polyclinic 1123m · 14 min
Geylang West CC 947m · 12 min
Geylang East Library 912m · 11 min

Other Blocks on Sims Dr

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a flat at Block 51 Sims Dr?

Based on 18 recorded transactions, the median resale price is $695,000. The most recent sale was $658,888 in 2025-04.

Median by flat type (last 24 months)

Flat Type Most Recent Median
5 Room $695,000

What is my flat worth at Block 51?

The overall median resale price at Block 51 Sims Dr is $695,000. Prices have risen 18.6% over the past 5 years.

How much cash will I actually receive when I sell my flat at Block 51?

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 51 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 51?

Block 51 has recorded 18 resale transactions — roughly 0.8 sales per month over the past 24 months. The latest transaction closed in 2025-04.

What flat types are available at Block 51?

Block 51 Sims Dr has 5 Room units.

How much can I unlock to upgrade if I sell my HDB at Block 51?

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 51?

Block 51 was built in 1977 with a 99-year lease. It has approximately 51 years 01 month remaining.

Does Block 51's remaining lease affect its resale value?

At 50 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 51 Sims Dr?

Flats at Block 51 Sims Dr 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 $695,000 excl. levy $14,480 to $15,980