Latest Sale
$480,000
2026-02 · 3 Room
How Much Is a Flat at Block 116 Hougang Ave 1 Worth?
3 Room, 4 Room · Built 1981 · 54 years 08 months remaining MOP Cleared
Last updated: 13 Jun 2026
Median $/sqm
$4,299
Based on 19 txns
Total Txns
19
Since data available
5-Yr Trend
▲48.7%
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.
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Your Estimated Take-Home
▲ 48.7% 5-yr—
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CPF Refund
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Market Value Estimate —
Est. Purchase Price
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Loan Type
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CPF Principal (est.) —
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Resale Levy
— Agent Commission (2%) —
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Conveyancing Lawyer (est.) −$500
Handles legal paperwork — choose HDB lawyer or private conveyancing firm
HDB Legal & Admin Fees
−$460 Transfer, mortgage discharge, title search, registration
Net Proceeds for Upgrade —
Market Demand
⏳ Lower transaction volume — pricing and timing matter more here. A local expert helps.
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
3.7 / 10
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Specialist 1
726 transactions in Hougang Ave 1
Highest: $1,060,000
Specialist 2
726 transactions in Hougang Ave 1
Highest: $1,060,000
Specialist 3
726 transactions in Hougang Ave 1
Highest: $1,060,000
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Specialist 1
726 transactions in Hougang Ave 1
Highest: $1,060,000
Specialist 2
726 transactions in Hougang Ave 1
Highest: $1,060,000
Specialist 3
726 transactions in Hougang Ave 1
Highest: $1,060,000
Specialist 4
726 transactions in Hougang Ave 1
Highest: $1,060,000
Specialist 5
726 transactions in Hougang Ave 1
Highest: $1,060,000
Specialist 6
726 transactions in Hougang Ave 1
Highest: $1,060,000
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Lease Clock
Sell Now 0 yrs 54 years left 99 yrs
Key threshold: 60 years
Buyer financing is already restricted
Your block has 54 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 19 total
| Date | Floor | Type | sqm | Price | $/sqm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02 | 04 TO 06 | 3 Room | 81 | $480,000 | $5,926 |
| 2025-09 | 01 TO 03 | 4 Room | 91 | $498,888 | $5,482 |
| 2025-09 | 10 TO 12 | 3 Room | 82 | $482,000 | $5,878 |
| 2025-06 | 04 TO 06 | 3 Room | 67 | $420,000 | $6,269 |
| 2025-01 | 10 TO 12 | 3 Room | 82 | $480,000 | $5,854 |
| 2023-02 | 13 TO 15 | 3 Room | 81 | $405,000 | $5,000 |
| 2022-09 | 07 TO 09 | 3 Room | 67 | $395,000 | $5,896 |
| 2022-05 | 01 TO 03 | 3 Room | 67 | $340,000 | $5,075 |
| 2022-04 | 10 TO 12 | 3 Room | 67 | $350,000 | $5,224 |
| 2021-03 | 04 TO 06 | 3 Room | 67 | $280,000 | $4,179 |
| 2020-12 | 07 TO 09 | 3 Room | 67 | $288,000 | $4,299 |
| 2020-08 | 10 TO 12 | 3 Room | 67 | $280,000 | $4,179 |
| 2019-12 | 01 TO 03 | 3 Room | 81 | $305,400 | $3,770 |
| 2019-11 | 13 TO 15 | 3 Room | 82 | $310,000 | $3,780 |
| 2019-05 | 07 TO 09 | 3 Room | 67 | $270,000 | $4,030 |
| 2018-03 | 10 TO 12 | 3 Room | 67 | $285,000 | $4,254 |
| 2018-03 | 07 TO 09 | 3 Room | 67 | $261,000 | $3,896 |
| 2017-11 | 04 TO 06 | 3 Room | 67 | $270,000 | $4,030 |
| 2017-10 | 10 TO 12 | 3 Room | 67 | $285,000 | $4,254 |
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About Block 116 Hougang Ave 1
Flats at Block 116 Hougang Ave 1 have been selling at a median of $5,926/sqm — up 0.9% over the last 6 months, mainly 3-room flats at $480,000 median, with 1 transaction recorded.
The block is an 19-minute walk from Kovan MRT Station (1530m) and is near Heartland Mall Kovan mall (1275m, 16 min walk). It is also near Paya Lebar Methodist Girls' School (Primary) (984m, 12 min walk) and Xinghua Primary School (719m, 9 min walk).
All data is sourced from data.gov.sg and updated daily.
What's Near Block 116 Hougang Ave 1?
Facilities and transport within a 15-minute walk. Walking times are route-based.
Nearby Schools
PAYA LEBAR METHODIST GIRLS' SCHOOL (PRIMARY) 984m · 12 min
XINGHUA PRIMARY SCHOOL 719m · 9 min
Hawker Centres
Hougang Ave 1 Blk 105 (Hougang 105 Hainanese Village Centre) 462m · 6 min
Hougang Street 21 Blk 209 (Kovan Hougang Market and Food Centre) 1152m · 14 min
Parks
AROOZOO AVE PG 969m · 12 min
SURIN AVE NEIGHBOURHOOD PK 1167m · 15 min
Community Facilities
Aljunied CC 603m · 8 min
Other Blocks on Hougang Ave 1
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a flat at Block 116 Hougang Ave 1?
Based on 19 recorded transactions, the median resale price ranges from $307,700 (3 Room) to $498,888 (4 Room). The most recent sale was $480,000 in 2026-02.
Median by flat type (last 24 months)
Flat Type Most Recent Median
3 Room $480,000
4 Room $498,888
What is my flat worth at Block 116?
The overall median resale price at Block 116 Hougang Ave 1 is $489,444. Prices have risen 48.7% over the past 5 years.
How much cash will I actually receive when I sell my flat at Block 116?
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 116 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 116?
Block 116 has recorded 19 resale transactions — roughly 0.8 sales per month over the past 24 months. The latest transaction closed in 2026-02.
What flat types are available at Block 116?
Block 116 Hougang Ave 1 has 3 Room, 4 Room units. Median prices range from $307,700 to $498,888.
How much can I unlock to upgrade if I sell my HDB at Block 116?
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 116?
Block 116 was built in 1981 with a 99-year lease. It has approximately 54 years 08 months remaining.
Does Block 116's remaining lease affect its resale value?
At 54 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 116 Hougang Ave 1?
Flats at Block 116 Hougang Ave 1 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 $480,000 excl. levy $10,180 to $11,680