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A 5-room HDB flat in Bedok delivers approximately 110 sqm of liveable space across three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a generous living-dining area, and a separate kitchen with service yard. It is the largest standard HDB flat type in the estate and the most common choice for established families, multigenerational households, and downsizers from landed property who want to stay near the east.
Bedok 5-room flats trade actively, with prices typically ranging from around S$557 psf for older 1970s blocks in Bedok South to S$774 psf for premium recent units, translating to roughly S$650,000–S$999,000 for typical Bedok 5-room transactions in late 2025.
If you are renovating a 5-room flat in Bedok in 2026 — whether you are a balloter at Bedok North Springs (TOP December 2027), Ping Yi Court at Chai Chee (Oct 2025 BTO, 5-room from S$660,000 per HDB sales launch), or a resale buyer in Bedok South, Chai Chee, or Bedok Reservoir — this guide covers exactly what your renovation will cost.
Every package price below is verified live from Renovation Contractor Singapore (RCS) product pages on the day of writing. No estimates, no "starting from" without ceilings.
Quick Answer: What Does a 5-Room Renovation in Bedok Cost?
For homeowners who want the bottom line first:
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5-room BTO move-in (light refresh): S$7,490–S$8,190
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5-room BTO bare unit (full finish): S$15,990–S$19,990
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5-room resale whole house with vinyl: S$31,290–S$32,990
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5-room resale whole house with hacking: S$39,990–S$41,590
Realistic total budget including appliances and furniture: S$22,000 (BTO budget tier) to S$70,000 (resale premium tier).
Bedok 5-Room Landscape in 2026
Three distinct segments shape the renovation conversation in Bedok, each with very different requirements.
New BTO 5-Room
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Bedok North Springs — 433 units across 3 blocks (16 storeys), launched February 2024, TOP December 2027. The project mixes 2-room Flexi, 4-room, and 5-room units (no 3-room), per the official HDB sales brochure.
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Ping Yi Court at Chai Chee — October 2025 BTO, 862 units, with 5-room flats priced from S$660,000 (HDB October 2025 BTO launch).
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Bedok South Blossoms — May 2023 BTO, 1,640 units, expected TOP September 2027.
Recently MOP'd 5-Room
Bedok South Horizon (TOP 2017–18) and the Bedok Beacon, Eastlace, and Eastdelta projects (2018 onwards) make up most of the recently-MOP'd 5-room stock. These units typically need only personalisation rather than full renovation.
Older 5-Room Resale
Bedok South Avenue 1, Bedok South Road, and older Bedok North blocks date from the 1970s–80s, typically delivering 1,291–1,345 sqft. Bedok Reservoir Crescent adds 1980s blocks with original tiling and mature surrounding trees. Most of these flats need full hacking when changing hands.
Verified RCS 5-Room BTO Package Pricing (2026)
Move-In BTO Packages (Light Refresh)
For BTO buyers who took the HDB Optional Component Scheme with flooring and only need carpentry, painting, and minor electrical works.
Bare Unit BTO Packages (Full Renovation)
For buyers who took OCS without flooring or want complete finishing before moving in.
Browse the full range at 5-Room BTO Renovation Packages collection.
Verified RCS 5-Room Resale Package Pricing (2026)
Whole House Resale Packages
For Bedok 5-room resale buyers covering the entire flat under one fixed-rate package.
Component Packages for 5-Room (Mix and Match)
For partial renovation or a staggered approach:
Browse the full range at 5-Room Resale Renovation Packages collection.
BTO vs Resale: Which Bedok 5-Room Path Are You On?
You Are a 5-Room BTO Owner If:
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You balloted Bedok North Springs (Feb 2024, TOP Dec 2027), Ping Yi Court (Oct 2025), or Bedok South Blossoms (May 2023, TOP Sep 2027).
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Your flat is brand new, with HDB-issued flooring or no flooring (depending on OCS choice).
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You need carpentry build-out, kitchen finishing, and painting — not demolition.
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Realistic budget: S$15,000–S$25,000 for contractor scope, plus appliances and furniture.
You Are a 5-Room Resale Owner If:
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You bought a 1990s–2000s flat in Bedok Reservoir or newer Bedok extensions (tiles likely still sound).
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You bought a 1970s–80s flat in Bedok South, Chai Chee, or older Bedok North (full hacking required).
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You need demolition and complete rebuild — every surface replaced.
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Realistic budget: S$31,000–S$50,000 for contractor scope.
Vinyl vs Hacking — The Decision Framework
Pick Vinyl Whole House (S$31,290–S$32,990) If:
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The flat is from the 1990s onwards with sound tiles.
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Existing tiles are not hollow when tapped, with no visible cracks.
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You expect to resell within 5–7 years.
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The bathroom and kitchen yard show no waterproofing failure.
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You prefer a warmer, quieter underfoot for elderly residents or young children.
Pick Hacking Whole House (S$39,990–S$41,590) If:
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The flat is from the 1970s–80s — concentrated in Bedok South Avenue 1, Bedok South Road, older Bedok North blocks, Chai Chee, and Bedok Reservoir Crescent.
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Existing tiles sound hollow, are cracked, or have been patch-repaired multiple times.
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The flat below shows water staining at kitchen yard or bathroom ceilings.
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You are changing the flat layout — opening the kitchen, reconfiguring bedrooms, or relocating bathroom doors.
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This is your long-term home (10+ years). Hacking adds 25–30 years of waterproofing life and tile durability.
The S$8,700 difference between cheapest vinyl and cheapest hacking is real money. But for a 30+ year-old Bedok flat that you plan to keep, hacking is the right structural investment.
What Is Included in an RCS 5-Room Whole House Package
The package covers complete renovation scope across all rooms:
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Hacking and disposal — existing fixtures, cabinets, and tiles (hacking package only).
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Masonry and tiling — floor and wall tiles supplied and laid throughout the flat.
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Waterproofing — full bathroom and kitchen yard membrane application (mandatory under hacking, partial under vinyl).
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Kitchen carpentry — full bottom and top cabinet runs with countertop (quartz or solid surface), sink, tap, and backsplash.
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Bathroom works — vanity, toilet bowl, shower fittings, and towel rail across both bathrooms.
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Flooring — vinyl SPC or ceramic tiles throughout living, dining, and three bedrooms.
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Painting — full unit interior in the selected colour scheme.
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Electrical — power point upgrades, light points, and distribution box upgrade if required (subject to LEW certification).
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Plumbing — kitchen and bathroom water connections plus washing machine point.
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Project management — single point of contact, on-site supervision, and HDB permit application handled.
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3D design rendering — design visualisation included before commencement.
Not included (budget separately): kitchen appliances (hob, hood, oven, fridge, dishwasher), washer/dryer, loose furniture (beds, sofa, dining table, wardrobes beyond standard issue), light fixtures beyond standard, curtains and blinds, and custom-built features (walk-in wardrobes, platform beds, feature wall panels, bay window seating).
Realistic Total Budget for a Bedok 5-Room
The contractor package handles the build. Total move-in spend includes appliances, lighting, and furniture.
For BTO Owners
For Resale Owners
These ranges align with broader Singapore market data: 5-room renovations typically run S$32,000–S$140,000 depending on flat condition and finish quality, with the package range covering 80% of typical Bedok 5-room scenarios.
Bedok-Specific 5-Room Considerations
Older Block Layouts and Structural Walls
Many 1970s–80s Bedok 5-room flats in Bedok South Road, Bedok South Avenue 1, and older Bedok North blocks have non-removable structural walls between living and bedrooms. Check before planning open-concept layouts. RCS handles HDB renovation permit applications, but structural alterations need additional approval under the HDB renovation permit framework.
Multigenerational Living Patterns
Bedok has Singapore's largest elderly population, with a meaningful share of 5-room buyers planning three-generation households. Plan for:
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Anti-slip floor tiles in all bathrooms (specify R10 or R11 rated).
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Grab bar pre-installation points in master and common bathrooms — typically free if specified upfront at the design stage.
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Lower kitchen cabinet height (820–850mm) for elderly users, instead of the standard 900mm.
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Pull-out drawer cabinets instead of deep shelves.
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Sliding doors for bathroom entries to save corridor radius.
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Wider doorways (900mm minimum) for wheelchair-accessible flats.
Bedok BTO 5-Room Specific Notes
For Bedok North Springs (TOP December 2027), the 5-room is one of three flat types alongside 2-room Flexi and 4-room. No 3-room is offered — important if you are comparing across Bedok BTO projects.
For Ping Yi Court (October 2025, ~33-month wait, expected TOP around July 2028), 5-room flats start at S$660,000 per the HDB October 2025 BTO sales exercise. The mature estate location near Chai Chee carries an established food culture.
Bedok Resale 5-Room Specific Notes
Bedok 5-room resale typically delivers 1,291–1,345 sqft in older 1970s–80s flats — significantly larger than newer 5-room BTO flats (around 110 sqm = 1,184 sqft). The extra 100–160 sqft is real liveable space, but the trade-off is older infrastructure that often requires hacking.
For a S$900,000+ resale flat, a S$41,590 Premium Hacking package represents a proportionate investment to protect asset value over a 10–20 year holding period.
Timeline for a Bedok 5-Room Renovation
BTO Bare Unit Package
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Day 1–4: Distribution board upgrade, electrical and plumbing rough-in, demolition of HDB-issued items if any.
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Day 5–10: Bathroom waterproofing and tiling for both bathrooms.
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Day 11–18: Full flat flooring installation (vinyl 2 days, tiles 5 days), kitchen carpentry installation.
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Day 19–24: Bathroom fixtures, painting, electrical termination, and light installation.
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Day 25–30: Final fitting, deep cleaning, and handover.
Typical lead time: 5–6 weeks for Bare Unit Tiles, 4–5 weeks for Vinyl.
Resale Whole House Package
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Week 1: HDB permit approval, full hacking, and disposal.
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Week 2–3: Plumbing and electrical rough-in, distribution board upgrade, waterproofing application and curing.
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Week 4–5: Full floor and wall tiling (hacking) or vinyl installation prep, kitchen tiling, bathroom tiling.
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Week 6–7: Kitchen carpentry installation, bathroom fixtures, electrical termination, and light fixtures.
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Week 8–10: Painting, sanitary ware installation, custom carpentry (if any), deep cleaning, and handover.
Typical lead time: 8–10 weeks for hacking package, 6–8 weeks for vinyl.
For Bedok BTO buyers (Bedok North Springs TOP Dec 2027, Ping Yi Court ~July 2028), book the renovation contract during the 6 months before key collection for ideal scheduling.
How to Save Without Compromising Quality
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For BTO: take HDB OCS strategically. Compare OCS flooring versus Bare Unit Tiles before committing — sometimes OCS is competitive.
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For BTO: choose Move-In package if HDB has finished the floor. This saves S$8,500+ versus the Bare Unit Tiles tier.
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For Resale: vinyl over hacking saves S$8,700. This is the right choice if tiles are sound and you plan to flip in 5 years.
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Component packages over whole house for partial renovation. Kitchen Most Popular Hacking (S$14,990 — Premium tier) plus 2 Toilets Most Popular Overlay (S$11,690) totals S$26,680, versus full hacking whole house at S$39,990 — saving S$13,310 if living and bedroom areas are still acceptable.
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Resist scope creep on the first phase. Custom carpentry, feature walls, and structural alterations all add cost. Stick to package scope first; add upgrades after living in the flat.
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Buy appliances during sales periods. Mega Sale and year-end clearance can save S$2,000–S$3,000 on a complete appliance set.
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For older 5-room with non-essential layout changes, defer. Hacking down a non-structural wall is S$1,500–S$3,000 extra. Live with the layout for 6 months first to confirm the change is needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a 5-room renovation cost in Bedok?
A 5-room renovation in Bedok costs from S$7,490 (BTO move-in package) to S$41,590 (resale premium hacking) for the contractor scope, based on verified live RCS package pricing. Total budget including appliances and furniture typically ranges from S$22,000 (BTO budget tier) to S$70,000 (resale premium tier).
Are RCS package prices fixed or do they change after deposit?
The prices listed on RCS product pages are fixed for the standard package scope. Variations such as additional cabinet runs beyond package allowance, structural alterations requiring HDB permits, premium imported tiles outside partner range, or custom carpentry features are quoted separately before commencement. There are no surprise charges within the standard scope.
What is the difference between a BTO and resale renovation package?
A BTO package handles a brand-new flat that needs flooring, kitchen build-out, and finishing. A resale package handles a previously-occupied flat that needs demolition (hacking) or refresh (vinyl) plus complete rebuild. BTO prices start at S$7,490; resale whole house prices start at S$31,290 — the difference reflects the demolition, waterproofing, and disposal scope in resale work.
Can I renovate a Bedok 5-room BTO before the 3-year MOP?
For most renovation works, yes — you do not need to wait 3 years. Restrictions apply to specific structural works (such as bathroom hacking within the first 3 years for some HDB block types). Read more at Can You Renovate a BTO Bathroom Before 3 Years.
Is the kitchen scope included for a 5-room flat?
Yes — both BTO Bare Unit and Whole House Resale packages include kitchen carpentry, countertop, sink, tap, and backsplash for a 5-room flat. Standard kitchen allowance is approximately 12–15 linear feet of cabinetry suitable for typical 5-room Bedok kitchen footprints. Additional cabinet runs (such as full-height pantry columns or extended kitchen islands) are quoted separately.
How long does a Bedok 5-room resale renovation take?
A Bedok 5-room resale whole house renovation typically takes 8–10 weeks for the hacking package and 6–8 weeks for the vinyl package. Add 1–3 weeks buffer for HDB permit approval before works begin. For BTO Bare Unit packages, the timeline is shorter at 4–6 weeks.
Are there any 5-room BTO projects in Bedok in 2026?
For 2026, the most relevant Bedok 5-room BTO projects are: Bedok North Springs (TOP December 2027, 433 units, includes 5-room), Ping Yi Court at Chai Chee (Oct 2025 BTO, 5-room from S$660,000, expected TOP around July 2028), and Bedok South Blossoms (May 2023 BTO, TOP September 2027). All are listed on the official HDB BTO portal.
How do I handle multigenerational design for a Bedok 5-room?
Bedok's elderly population means many 5-room renovations include accessibility features. Specify at design stage: anti-slip bathroom tiles (R10/R11 rated), grab bar pre-installation points, lower kitchen cabinet height, pull-out drawer cabinets, sliding bathroom doors, and 900mm minimum doorway widths. Most of these specifications are included free if discussed before contract signing.
Does the package include warranty?
RCS provides workmanship warranty on installations under each package. Specific warranty terms vary by component (cabinet hardware, countertop, waterproofing, electrical) and are confirmed in the contract before commencement.
Can I split the renovation scope across packages?
Yes. RCS quotes each component as priced on the individual product pages, with project management coordinating across all scopes. A typical mix-and-match for an older Bedok 5-room: Kitchen Premium Hacking (S$14,990) plus 2 Toilets Premium Hacking (S$12,590) plus flooring as separate scope = focused renovation budget around S$30,000–S$35,000 versus full whole house hacking at S$39,990.
Is GST included in the package price?
The published RCS prices are the listed amounts on the product pages. Confirm GST treatment with the contractor at quotation stage, as Singapore GST is currently 9% per the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore.
What if my Bedok 5-room flat has been renovated before?
Not all renovations need full hacking. If the previous renovation was within 10 years and waterproofing is sound (no water staining at the flat below), the Vinyl Most Popular at S$31,290 is sufficient. Get a contractor to inspect tile soundness (tap test) and check the flat below before committing to hacking.
Do I need to move out during a 5-room renovation?
For BTO Bare Unit renovation, occupancy starts after handover — there is no need to move out. For Resale Whole House Hacking, you should not occupy the flat during the 8–10 week timeline due to dust, demolition, and waterproofing curing. For Vinyl Whole House, partial occupancy from Week 5–6 is possible if you can manage with one bathroom and limited kitchen access — discuss with the project manager.
Ready to Renovate Your Bedok 5-Room?
Whether you are a Bedok North Springs balloter waiting for December 2027 keys, a Ping Yi Court 5-room buyer planning for 2028, or a resale buyer in Bedok South or Chai Chee preparing to transform a 1980s flat — the right starting point is a transparent quote from a HDB-licensed contractor.
Renovation Contractor Singapore (RCS) holds HDB licence HB-11-5877Z, is BCA-registered, BizSafe Level 3 certified, and PMI certified. Founded in 2017, the team has completed over 300 HDB and condo projects across Singapore, with 5-room renovation as one of the most common project types.
For a free consultation, on-site measurement, and 3D design rendering for your Bedok 5-room, contact RCS at +65 8784 8742 or browse the full package range:
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Author: RCS Renovation Specialists | Published 2026 | All package prices verified live from RCS product pages on the day of publication. Contact RCS for current quotations.
