How Much Is a Flat at Block 56 Geylang Bahru Worth?

5 Room · Built 1974 · 46 years 11 months remaining MOP Cleared

Last updated: 2 Sept 2026

Latest Sale

$675,000

2026-08 · 5 Room

Median $/sqm

$5,043

Based on 27 txns

Total Txns

27

Since data available

5-Yr Trend

▲20.2%

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)

2 flats ⚡

AVG. DAYS TO OFFER

~90 days

Transaction density proxy

BUYER DEMAND

3.8 / 10

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Lease Clock

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0 yrs 46 years left 99 yrs

Key threshold: 60 years

Buyer financing is already restricted

Your block has 46 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 27 total

Date Floor Type sqm Price $/sqm
2026-08 22 TO 24 5 Room 114 $675,000 $5,921
2026-04 22 TO 24 5 Room 120 $700,000 $5,833
2026-02 16 TO 18 5 Room 117 $755,000 $6,453
2025-02 13 TO 15 5 Room 117 $760,000 $6,496
2024-10 22 TO 24 5 Room 117 $800,000 $6,838
2024-10 10 TO 12 5 Room 117 $750,000 $6,410
2024-08 16 TO 18 5 Room 117 $766,000 $6,547
2024-05 07 TO 09 5 Room 117 $690,000 $5,897
2024-04 10 TO 12 5 Room 114 $775,000 $6,798
2023-04 16 TO 18 5 Room 114 $600,000 $5,263
2022-11 01 TO 03 5 Room 117 $590,000 $5,043
2022-10 04 TO 06 5 Room 117 $625,000 $5,342
2022-09 07 TO 09 5 Room 120 $588,000 $4,900
2022-02 01 TO 03 5 Room 114 $529,000 $4,640
2021-12 07 TO 09 5 Room 117 $588,000 $5,026
2021-09 22 TO 24 5 Room 120 $590,000 $4,917
2021-06 13 TO 15 5 Room 117 $560,000 $4,786
2021-04 13 TO 15 5 Room 120 $588,000 $4,900
2020-12 16 TO 18 5 Room 114 $550,000 $4,825
2020-11 16 TO 18 5 Room 117 $520,000 $4,444
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About Block 56 Geylang Bahru

Flats at Block 56 Geylang Bahru have been selling at a median of $6,143/sqm, mainly 5-room flats at $727,500 median, with 2 transactions recorded.

The block is a 7-minute walk from Geylang Bahru MRT Station (547m) and is near Aperia Mall mall (1920m, 24 min walk). It is also near Bendemeer Primary School (770m, 10 min walk) and St Andrew'S School (Junior) (1495m, 18 min walk).

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

What's Near Block 56 Geylang Bahru?

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

MRT / LRT

GEYLANG BAHRU MRT STATION 547m · 7 min

Nearby Schools

BENDEMEER PRIMARY SCHOOL 770m · 10 min

Hawker Centres

Geylang Bahru Blk 69 (Blk 69 Geylang Bahru Market and Food Centre) 518m · 7 min
Bendemeer Road Blk 29 (Bendemeer Market and Food Centre) 1190m · 15 min

Parks

BENG WAN RD PG 821m · 10 min
ST MICHAEL'S PG 939m · 12 min

Community Facilities

Kolam Ayer CC 255m · 4 min

Other Blocks on Geylang Bahru

Block 54 Geylang Bahru Block 55 Geylang Bahru Block 58 Geylang Bahru

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a flat at Block 56 Geylang Bahru?

Based on 27 recorded transactions, the median resale price is $752,500. The most recent sale was $675,000 in 2026-08.

Median by flat type (last 24 months)

Flat Type Most Recent Median
5 Room $752,500

What is my flat worth at Block 56?

The overall median resale price at Block 56 Geylang Bahru is $752,500. Prices have risen 20.2% over the past 5 years.

How much cash will I actually receive when I sell my flat at Block 56?

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 56 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 56?

Block 56 has recorded 27 resale transactions — roughly 1.1 sales per month over the past 24 months. The latest transaction closed in 2026-08.

What flat types are available at Block 56?

Block 56 Geylang Bahru has 5 Room units.

How much can I unlock to upgrade if I sell my HDB at Block 56?

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 56?

Block 56 was built in 1974 with a 99-year lease. It has approximately 46 years 11 months remaining.

Does Block 56's remaining lease affect its resale value?

At 47 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 56 Geylang Bahru?

Flats at Block 56 Geylang Bahru 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 $752,500 excl. levy $15,630 to $17,130