Central
Mature estate
Geylang
MRT: EWL · DTL (Aljunied · Kallang · Paya Lebar · Mountbatten · MacPherson)
Character
The town in one paragraph.
Paya Lebar Quarter anchor. Mixed-use gentrifying zones. Old freehold pockets in neighbouring D14.
The upgrade angle
If you're an upgrader in Geylang.
Upgraders here often move one step across to D14 Geylang/Paya Lebar condos — short geographic step, big price jump.
The sequencing that matters
- MOP timing — have you cleared the 5-year minimum occupation period? If not, when will you?
- Sell-first vs buy-first — the single most expensive sequencing decision for HDB upgraders. Varies by ABSD exposure and financing.
- Cash proceeds vs CPF refund — running the CPF accrued interest math (see article) before you list.
- ABSD remission window — 6-month rule after completion of your new property, strictly enforced.
Related
Keep reading.
Thinking of upgrading from Geylang?
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