How Much Is a Flat at Block 686 Hougang St 61 Worth?

4 Room, 5 Room · Built 1987 · 60 years 02 months remaining MOP Cleared

Last updated: 13 Jun 2026

Latest Sale

$510,000

2026-05 · 4 Room

Median $/sqm

$5,070

Based on 25 txns

Total Txns

25

Since data available

5-Yr Trend

▲50.3%

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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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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Lease Clock

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0 yrs 60 years left 99 yrs

Key threshold: 60 years

Buyer financing is already restricted

Your block has 60 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
2026-05 01 TO 03 4 Room 88 $510,000 $5,795
2025-07 10 TO 12 5 Room 121 $790,000 $6,529
2025-04 01 TO 03 5 Room 121 $660,000 $5,455
2025-03 01 TO 03 5 Room 121 $663,000 $5,479
2024-09 01 TO 03 4 Room 84 $452,000 $5,381
2024-08 04 TO 06 5 Room 121 $650,000 $5,372
2024-04 04 TO 06 4 Room 103 $540,000 $5,243
2024-02 07 TO 09 4 Room 87 $500,000 $5,747
2024-02 10 TO 12 4 Room 87 $488,000 $5,609
2023-08 10 TO 12 5 Room 121 $645,000 $5,331
2023-06 04 TO 06 5 Room 121 $600,000 $4,959
2023-06 01 TO 03 4 Room 84 $450,000 $5,357
2023-05 01 TO 03 4 Room 88 $415,000 $4,716
2023-02 07 TO 09 4 Room 84 $452,000 $5,381
2022-10 04 TO 06 4 Room 84 $425,888 $5,070
2022-01 10 TO 12 4 Room 84 $410,000 $4,881
2021-08 04 TO 06 5 Room 121 $530,000 $4,380
2021-07 10 TO 12 4 Room 84 $365,000 $4,345
2020-01 04 TO 06 5 Room 121 $470,000 $3,884
2019-12 10 TO 12 5 Room 121 $450,000 $3,719
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About Block 686 Hougang St 61

Flats at Block 686 Hougang St 61 have been selling at a median of $6,529/sqm over the last year, mainly 5-room flats at $790,000 median, with 1 transaction recorded.

The block is an 18-minute walk from Hougang MRT Station (1500m) and is near Hougang Mall mall (938m, 12 min walk). It is also near Yio Chu Kang Primary School (407m, 5 min walk), Montfort Junior School (770m, 10 min walk), and Hougang Primary School (544m, 7 min walk).

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

What's Near Block 686 Hougang St 61?

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

Nearby Schools

YIO CHU KANG PRIMARY SCHOOL 407m · 5 min
MONTFORT JUNIOR SCHOOL 770m · 10 min
HOUGANG PRIMARY SCHOOL 882m · 11 min
XINMIN PRIMARY SCHOOL 869m · 11 min

Hawker Centres

Ci Yuan Hawker Centre 480m · 6 min

Shopping Malls

Hougang 1 873m · 11 min

Community Facilities

Ci Yuan CC 521m · 7 min

Other Blocks on Hougang St 61

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a flat at Block 686 Hougang St 61?

Based on 25 recorded transactions, the median resale price ranges from $420,444 (4 Room) to $645,000 (5 Room). The most recent sale was $510,000 in 2026-05.

Median by flat type (last 24 months)

Flat Type Most Recent Median
4 Room $481,000
5 Room $661,500

What is my flat worth at Block 686?

The overall median resale price at Block 686 Hougang St 61 is $571,250. Prices have risen 50.3% over the past 5 years.

How much cash will I actually receive when I sell my flat at Block 686?

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 686 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 686?

Block 686 has recorded 25 resale transactions — roughly 1.0 sales per month over the past 24 months. The latest transaction closed in 2026-05.

What flat types are available at Block 686?

Block 686 Hougang St 61 has 4 Room, 5 Room units. Median prices range from $420,444 to $645,000.

How much can I unlock to upgrade if I sell my HDB at Block 686?

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 686?

Block 686 was built in 1987 with a 99-year lease. It has approximately 60 years 02 months remaining.

Does Block 686's remaining lease affect its resale value?

At 60 years remaining, most buyers still qualify for full CPF usage. Buyers in their late 30s or older may see slight CPF caps depending on their age, but the effect on your buyer pool is small. Pricing at market rate remains straightforward.

When can I sell my flat at Block 686 Hougang St 61?

Flats at Block 686 Hougang St 61 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 $481,000 excl. levy $10,200 to $11,700