Blk 253 Hougang Avenue 3 — HDB resale prices
HDB resale prices, Hougang · 4-Room · built 1983
median resale price, last 24 months
5 sales in that window · as of Sep 2026
How it compares
Blk 253 Hougang Avenue 3 is an HDB block in Hougang (completed in 1983, 13 storeys, 96 units). As of Sep 2026, its median resale price over the last 24 months is $525,000, about 16% below the Hougang median, from 5 sales. 88 resale transactions have been recorded here since 1990.
Price by year
At a glance
Unit mix (sold): 4-room ×96
Prices by flat type — last 24 months (as of Sep 2026)
Median monthly rent at this block: $3,150/mo (2 rental contracts, last 12 months).
Estimated gross rental yield: ~7.2% (Hougang average: ~5.9%) — annual median rent over median resale price, before taxes, fees and vacancy.
On price per square metre, this block is cheaper than 94% of Hougang blocks with recent sales.
What the price model says
For a typical 4-room flat here, our price model estimates $511,503–$571,845 (central estimate $541,674). Recent sales — median $523,369 — sit within that range. The model explains 94% of resale prices with a typical error of ±6%. Indicative only — not an official valuation.
Median resale price by year
| Year | Median (nominal) | Median (today's $) | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | $77,400 | $144,901 | 2 |
| 1991 | $79,000 | $142,978 | 1 |
| 1993 | $122,500 | $211,985 | 2 |
| 1994 | $154,000 | $258,498 | 2 |
| 1995 | $201,500 | $332,493 | 4 |
| 1996 | $272,500 | $443,528 | 2 |
| 1997 | $288,500 | $460,260 | 4 |
| 1998 | $238,000 | $380,730 | 7 |
| 1999 | $228,400 | $365,286 | 8 |
| 2000 | $247,500 | $390,565 | 2 |
| 2001 | $209,000 | $326,501 | 5 |
| 2002 | $192,000 | $301,123 | 7 |
| 2003 | $197,500 | $308,245 | 2 |
| 2004 | $208,000 | $319,294 | 3 |
| 2005 | $209,000 | $319,318 | 1 |
| 2006 | $186,000 | $281,459 | 3 |
| 2007 | $215,500 | $319,360 | 2 |
| 2008 | $244,800 | $340,207 | 2 |
| 2009 | $314,000 | $433,825 | 1 |
| 2010 | $353,000 | $474,291 | 2 |
| 2011 | $368,000 | $469,773 | 1 |
| 2012 | $389,000 | $474,829 | 2 |
| 2013 | $424,000 | $505,600 | 4 |
| 2016 | $352,500 | $420,449 | 2 |
| 2017 | $364,000 | $431,676 | 2 |
| 2018 | $353,500 | $417,394 | 2 |
| 2019 | $358,000 | $420,322 | 1 |
| 2020 | $363,944 | $428,037 | 4 |
| 2023 | $505,000 | $521,738 | 3 |
| 2025 | $525,000 | $525,000 | 3 |
| 2026 | $537,500 | $537,500 | 2 |
Records
| Record sale | $580,000 (4-Room, 2025-09) |
|---|---|
| First recorded sale | $89,800 (1990-05) |
| Busiest year | 1999 · 8 sales |
| 10-year change (real) | +28% (+2.5%/yr, 2016→2026) |
| Total transacted | $24.5M across 88 sales |
Recent resale transactions
| Month | Flat type | Storey | Area | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05 | 4-Room | 04–06 | 91 m² | $515,000 |
| 2026-04 | 4-Room | 01–03 | 104 m² | $560,000 |
| 2025-09 | 4-Room | 04–06 | 104 m² | $580,000 |
| 2025-08 | 4-Room | 13–15 | 93 m² | $520,000 |
| 2025-06 | 4-Room | 01–03 | 91 m² | $525,000 |
| 2023-12 | 4-Room | 07–09 | 91 m² | $550,000 |
| 2023-04 | 4-Room | 01–03 | 93 m² | $475,000 |
| 2023-02 | 4-Room | 10–12 | 96 m² | $505,000 |
| 2020-10 | 4-Room | 10–12 | 104 m² | $375,000 |
| 2020-08 | 4-Room | 10–12 | 91 m² | $365,000 |
| 2020-07 | 4-Room | 07–09 | 91 m² | $362,888 |
| 2020-06 | 4-Room | 04–06 | 91 m² | $350,000 |
| 2019-04 | 4-Room | 04–06 | 91 m² | $358,000 |
| 2018-11 | 4-Room | 04–06 | 93 m² | $355,000 |
| 2018-04 | 4-Room | 13–15 | 91 m² | $352,000 |
| 2017-07 | 4-Room | 10–12 | 93 m² | $350,000 |
| 2017-04 | 4-Room | 10–12 | 96 m² | $378,000 |
| 2016-07 | 4-Room | 13–15 | 91 m² | $370,000 |
| 2016-05 | 4-Room | 04–06 | 93 m² | $335,000 |
| 2013-08 | 4-Room | 10–12 | 91 m² | $428,000 |
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Quick answers
How much does a flat at Blk 253 Hougang Avenue 3 cost?
The median resale price over the last 24 months is $525,000 (5 sales, as of Sep 2026). See the by-type table above for 3-room vs 4-room medians.
Is Blk 253 Hougang Avenue 3 fairly priced?
For a typical 4-room flat here, our price model estimates $511,503–$571,845 (central estimate $541,674). Recent sales — median $523,369 — sit within that range.
What is the rent at Blk 253 Hougang Avenue 3?
The median monthly rent is $3,150/mo over the last 12 months (2 contracts).
How old is Blk 253 Hougang Avenue 3?
The block was completed in 1983 and its 99-year lease runs from 1984.