Latest Sale
$807,000
2026-08 · 5 Room
How Much Is a Flat at Block 48 Dorset Rd Worth?
5 Room · Built 1976 · 49 years remaining MOP Cleared
Last updated: 2 Sept 2026
Median $/sqm
$5,702
Based on 15 txns
Total Txns
15
Since data available
5-Yr Trend
▲7.0%
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.
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Your Estimated Take-Home
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Market Value Estimate —
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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
2.6 / 10
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Specialist 1
93 transactions in Dorset Rd
Highest: $807,000
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93 transactions in Dorset Rd
Highest: $807,000
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93 transactions in Dorset Rd
Highest: $807,000
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Specialist 1
93 transactions in Dorset Rd
Highest: $807,000
Specialist 2
93 transactions in Dorset Rd
Highest: $807,000
Specialist 3
93 transactions in Dorset Rd
Highest: $807,000
Specialist 4
93 transactions in Dorset Rd
Highest: $807,000
Specialist 5
93 transactions in Dorset Rd
Highest: $807,000
Specialist 6
93 transactions in Dorset Rd
Highest: $807,000
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Lease Clock
Sell Now 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 15 total
| Date | Floor | Type | sqm | Price | $/sqm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08 | 16 TO 18 | 5 Room | 119 | $807,000 | $6,782 |
| 2025-04 | 22 TO 24 | 5 Room | 114 | $780,000 | $6,842 |
| 2025-03 | 13 TO 15 | 5 Room | 119 | $680,000 | $5,714 |
| 2024-02 | 25 TO 27 | 5 Room | 114 | $700,000 | $6,140 |
| 2023-05 | 13 TO 15 | 5 Room | 114 | $710,000 | $6,228 |
| 2022-03 | 16 TO 18 | 5 Room | 114 | $650,000 | $5,702 |
| 2022-03 | 10 TO 12 | 5 Room | 114 | $650,000 | $5,702 |
| 2021-11 | 13 TO 15 | 5 Room | 117 | $655,000 | $5,598 |
| 2021-04 | 22 TO 24 | 5 Room | 114 | $665,000 | $5,833 |
| 2020-12 | 16 TO 18 | 5 Room | 119 | $663,000 | $5,571 |
| 2019-03 | 04 TO 06 | 5 Room | 114 | $575,000 | $5,044 |
| 2019-02 | 16 TO 18 | 5 Room | 117 | $645,000 | $5,513 |
| 2018-04 | 19 TO 21 | 5 Room | 117 | $650,000 | $5,556 |
| 2017-07 | 13 TO 15 | 5 Room | 114 | $630,000 | $5,526 |
| 2017-02 | 22 TO 24 | 5 Room | 114 | $630,000 | $5,526 |
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About Block 48 Dorset Rd
Flats at Block 48 Dorset Rd have historically sold at a median of $5,750/sqm, with 14 transactions on record.
The block is a 8-minute walk from Farrer Park MRT Station (620m) and is near City Square Mall mall (720m, 9 min walk). It is also near Farrer Park Primary School (498m, 6 min walk) and St. Joseph'S Institution Junior (1195m, 15 min walk).
All data is sourced from data.gov.sg and updated daily.
What's Near Block 48 Dorset Rd?
Facilities and transport within a 15-minute walk. Walking times are route-based.
MRT / LRT
FARRER PARK MRT STATION 620m · 8 min
LITTLE INDIA MRT STATION 1022m · 13 min
Nearby Schools
FARRER PARK PRIMARY SCHOOL 498m · 6 min
ST. JOSEPH'S INSTITUTION JUNIOR 1195m · 15 min
Hawker Centres
Cambridge Road Blk 41A (Pek Kio Market and Food Centre) 419m · 6 min
Shopping Malls
City Square Mall 1074m · 13 min
Mustafa Centre 777m · 10 min
Parks
PEK KIO PARK 495m · 6 min
CAMBRIDGE PARK 582m · 7 min
Community Facilities
Kallang Polyclinic 1141m · 14 min
Pek Kio CC 214m · 3 min
Other Blocks on Dorset Rd
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a flat at Block 48 Dorset Rd?
Based on 15 recorded transactions, the median resale price is $780,000. The most recent sale was $807,000 in 2026-08.
Median by flat type (last 24 months)
Flat Type Most Recent Median
5 Room $780,000
What is my flat worth at Block 48?
The overall median resale price at Block 48 Dorset Rd is $780,000. Prices have risen 7.0% over the past 5 years.
How much cash will I actually receive when I sell my flat at Block 48?
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 48 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 48?
Block 48 has recorded 15 resale transactions — roughly 0.6 sales per month over the past 24 months. The latest transaction closed in 2026-08.
What flat types are available at Block 48?
Block 48 Dorset Rd has 5 Room units.
How much can I unlock to upgrade if I sell my HDB at Block 48?
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 48?
Block 48 was built in 1976 with a 99-year lease. It has approximately 49 years remaining.
Does Block 48'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 48 Dorset Rd?
Flats at Block 48 Dorset Rd 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 $780,000 excl. levy $16,180 to $17,680