Blk 838 Hougang Central — HDB resale prices
HDB resale prices, Hougang · 5-Room · built 1995
median resale price, last 24 months
2 sales in that window · as of Sep 2026
How it compares
Blk 838 Hougang Central is an HDB block in Hougang (completed in 1995, 16 storeys, 117 units). As of Sep 2026, its median resale price over the last 24 months is $952,500, about 52% above the Hougang median, from 2 sales. 114 resale transactions have been recorded here since 1990.
Price by year
At a glance
Unit mix (sold): 4-room ×52 · 5-room ×65
Prices by flat type — last 24 months (as of Sep 2026)
Median monthly rent at this block: $3,700/mo (11 rental contracts, last 12 months).
Estimated gross rental yield: ~4.7% (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 4% of Hougang blocks with recent sales.
What the price model says
For a typical 5-room flat here, our price model estimates $709,009–$792,652 (central estimate $750,831). Recent sales — median $831,264 — sit above 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | $373,500 | $589,398 | 18 |
| 2001 | $375,000 | $585,828 | 17 |
| 2002 | $368,000 | $577,153 | 10 |
| 2003 | $299,000 | $466,659 | 10 |
| 2004 | $372,500 | $571,812 | 6 |
| 2005 | $358,000 | $546,966 | 5 |
| 2006 | $355,000 | $537,193 | 4 |
| 2007 | $411,000 | $609,081 | 2 |
| 2008 | $460,000 | $639,277 | 5 |
| 2009 | $405,000 | $559,551 | 4 |
| 2010 | $484,000 | $650,302 | 4 |
| 2011 | $500,000 | $638,279 | 1 |
| 2012 | $549,444 | $670,673 | 2 |
| 2013 | $580,000 | $691,623 | 1 |
| 2014 | $487,000 | $574,781 | 3 |
| 2015 | $591,944 | $702,313 | 2 |
| 2016 | $660,000 | $787,224 | 3 |
| 2017 | $680,000 | $806,427 | 1 |
| 2018 | $590,000 | $696,640 | 3 |
| 2019 | $530,000 | $622,264 | 1 |
| 2020 | $540,000 | $635,098 | 1 |
| 2021 | $564,000 | $648,310 | 3 |
| 2022 | $755,000 | $817,726 | 3 |
| 2023 | $785,000 | $811,018 | 1 |
| 2024 | $735,000 | $741,637 | 2 |
| 2025 | $950,000 | $950,000 | 1 |
| 2026 | $955,000 | $955,000 | 1 |
Records
| Record sale | $955,000 (5-Room, 2026-06) |
|---|---|
| First recorded sale | $282,000 (2000-09) |
| Busiest year | 2000 · 18 sales |
| 10-year change (real) | +21% (+2.0%/yr, 2016→2026) |
| Total transacted | $49.8M across 114 sales |
Recent resale transactions
| Month | Flat type | Storey | Area | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06 | 5-Room | 10–12 | 117 m² | $955,000 |
| 2025-06 | 5-Room | 13–15 | 116 m² | $950,000 |
| 2024-04 | 4-Room | 04–06 | 100 m² | $700,000 |
| 2024-01 | 5-Room | 01–03 | 117 m² | $770,000 |
| 2023-12 | 5-Room | 04–06 | 116 m² | $785,000 |
| 2022-09 | 5-Room | 07–09 | 116 m² | $780,000 |
| 2022-03 | 5-Room | 13–15 | 116 m² | $755,000 |
| 2022-01 | 4-Room | 04–06 | 100 m² | $618,000 |
| 2021-09 | 5-Room | 16–18 | 116 m² | $782,000 |
| 2021-07 | 4-Room | 04–06 | 98 m² | $564,000 |
| 2021-04 | 4-Room | 10–12 | 100 m² | $515,000 |
| 2020-01 | 4-Room | 07–09 | 98 m² | $540,000 |
| 2019-08 | 4-Room | 13–15 | 100 m² | $530,000 |
| 2018-10 | 4-Room | 04–06 | 100 m² | $530,000 |
| 2018-09 | 5-Room | 01–03 | 117 m² | $590,000 |
| 2018-01 | 5-Room | 01–03 | 118 m² | $600,000 |
| 2017-02 | 5-Room | 13–15 | 116 m² | $680,000 |
| 2016-07 | 5-Room | 13–15 | 118 m² | $660,000 |
| 2016-07 | 4-Room | 04–06 | 100 m² | $453,000 |
| 2016-04 | 5-Room | 16–18 | 116 m² | $718,000 |
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Quick answers
How much does a flat at Blk 838 Hougang Central cost?
The median resale price over the last 24 months is $952,500 (2 sales, as of Sep 2026). See the by-type table above for 3-room vs 4-room medians.
Is Blk 838 Hougang Central fairly priced?
For a typical 5-room flat here, our price model estimates $709,009–$792,652 (central estimate $750,831). Recent sales — median $831,264 — sit above that range.
What is the rent at Blk 838 Hougang Central?
The median monthly rent is $3,700/mo over the last 12 months (11 contracts).
How old is Blk 838 Hougang Central?
The block was completed in 1995 and its 99-year lease runs from 1997.