With private condos being much pricier after COVID, it’s reasonable that some families are turning to 5-room flats instead. But contrary to coffee shop talk, not every 5-room flat costs “nearly a million dollars or more” today. Even if you were to pick a 5-room flat near an MRT station, there are still affordable options out there. This is our theme for the week: we’ve put together a list of the cheapest 5-room flats we could find, that are within walking distance of the nearest train station.
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Now let’s get on with the list of curated units this week!
Shortlists like this are a useful starting point, but the units that make the list aren’t necessarily the ones that make the most sense for your budget, lifestyle or long-term plans.
The harder part comes afterwards: comparing the trade-offs, evaluating the numbers, and deciding which home is actually the best fit for your situation.
Over time, that’s also why we decided to work with agents who shared the same data-driven and advisory-led approach behind our editorial, consultants who could help readers think through decisions more objectively, rather than simply push transactions.
Today, the team has worked with more than 2,000 clients across over $5B in property transactions.
1
325 Bukit Batok Street 33
$550,000
| Attribute | Info |
| Address | 325 Bukit Batok Street 33 |
| Size | 1,313 sq ft |
| $PSF | $419 |
| TOP date | 1985 |
Why I like it
This unit is within walking distance to Bukit Gombak MRT station (NSL), and it’s within walking distance of the Bukit Gombak Neighbourhood Centre, which has a wet market, supermarkets, and a good mix of everyday eateries. Additional food options can also be found within the surrounding HDB clusters. For those who enjoy outdoor spaces, there’s a nearby park connector that leads to Bukit Batok Town Park and Little Guilin.
It’s a corner unit, which improves privacy. The layout is regularly shaped, making furniture placement and renovation planning straightforward. The main door opens into a balcony-like space, which provides a nice buffer before entering the living areas. The living and dining spaces are well segregated, all three bedrooms are comfortably sized, and the flat comes with a store. Despite being on a lower floor, the unit still receives a good amount of natural light.
2683B Choa Chu Kang Crescent
$570,000
| Attribute | Info |
| Address | 683B Choa Chu Kang Crescent |
| Size | 1,184 sq ft |
| $PSF | $481 |
| TOP date | 2000 |
Why I like it
This flat is within walking distance to Yew Tee MRT station (NSL), as well as Yew Tee Point, Yew Tee Square, and Yew Tee Market. Daily necessities and food options are well covered, with additional eateries scattered throughout the surrounding HDB clusters. Nature lovers will also appreciate the nearby park connector, which links directly to the Rail Corridor.
Situated on a high floor, the unit enjoys plenty of natural light. The living and dining areas are spacious, giving the home an open feel. The home shelter is located within the kitchen, which some buyers prefer as it keeps it out of sight; a feature wall and storage cabinets have been added to conceal it neatly. The L-shaped kitchen counter maximises usable space and helps define the kitchen from the pantry or storage area. All three bedrooms are well sized, and the use of glass doors and mirrors throughout the unit enhances the sense of openness.
– Ryan J.
3413 Sembawang Drive
$575,000
| Attribute | Info |
| Address | 413 Sembawang Drive |
| Size | 1,184 sq ft |
| $PSF | $486 |
| TOP date | 1999 |
Why I like it
This unit is close to Sembawang MRT station (NSL) and Sun Plaza, making daily commuting and shopping convenient. Sembawang Mart is also nearby, offering a supermarket and a range of eateries, with more food options within the surrounding HDB cluster. Bukit Canberra is somewhat within walking distance (a long-ish walk but there are bus connections), and the nearby park connector leads to Sembawang Park and the beach.
As a corner unit, privacy is improved. The layout is efficient with minimal wasted space, and the living and dining areas are clearly segregated. The home shelter is located in the kitchen, and all three bedrooms are well sized. The unit remains in its original condition, which makes it a strong option for buyers who want to carry out a full renovation and tailor the space entirely to their own needs.
– Matt
4976 Jurong West Street 93
$580,000
| Attribute | Info |
| Address | 976 Jurong West Street 93 |
| Size | 1,302 sq ft |
| $PSF | $445 |
| TOP date | 1988 |
Why I like it
This flat is a short walk to Pioneer MRT station (EWL), with Pioneer Mall and Jurong West Hawker Centre close by. There’s also a wet market, supermarket, and various food options within the neighbouring HDB cluster. For outdoor space, the park connector nearby leads to Jurong Central Park. While Jurong West is still developing, this flat is close enough to the main amenities that you won’t feel any inconvenience.
The standout feature here is the huge floor plate of over 1,300 sq ft, which accommodates four generously sized bedrooms. It’s a corner unit, offering better privacy, and the main door opens into a balcony space. The living and dining areas are nicely separated, while the kitchen is large enough to allow for a service balcony to be added if desired. Buyers should also note that the Home Improvement Programme (HIP) is scheduled for Q1 2026, and may already be underway by the time you read this.
– Gail
5686C Woodlands Drive 73
$590,000
| Attribute | Info |
| Address | 686C Woodlands Drive 73 |
| Size | 1,238 sq ft |
| $PSF | $477 |
| TOP date | 2001 |
Why I like it
This unit is within walking distance to Admiralty MRT station (NSL) and Kampung Admiralty, which offers a wide range of amenities and food options. There are also plenty of eateries within the surrounding HDB clusters. A nearby park connector links directly to Admiralty Park, which is popular with families and joggers.
The layout is efficient with minimal wastage of space. The living and dining area is spacious and features floor-to-ceiling windows, which make the home feel larger and allow plenty of natural light to flow through. All three bedrooms are tucked into one corner of the unit, and there is potential to enclose the walkway leading to them for added privacy. All bedrooms are well sized, making this a practical option for families.
– Druce
Round-ups like this are a good place to start a shortlist, but the real work begins when you start comparing the final few options, looking beyond the headline criteria to decide which property is the best fit for your own situation.
That’s where many readers ask us to help.
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