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Radha Pillai
Allure Floors Four: Real daily living for empty nesters?
Kids have moved out, and honestly, our big house feels too much now. We're seriously looking at Allure Floors Four in Mohali, saw a 3BHK for around ₹4.5 Cr. I'm trying to gauge the *actual* daily living experience there. Brochure looks good, but is it genuinely a comfortable home? Specifically, are the lifts reliable, and how's the common area maintenance? Heard some societies struggle with that. Also, the carpet area for a 3BHK there... is it efficient? Don't want wasted space. And how far is a good multi-specialty hospital? That's crucial for us. What's the real monthly maintenance bill? Any current residents can share their honest take on these things? Am I overthinking it?
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It's a tough call, honestly. The idea of a quiet, exclusive space for empty nesters is appealing, and 4 units does sound exclusive. But the concerns about maintenance costs for so few residents are very real and need to be thoroughly investigated. Get a copy of their past maintenance bills and talk to current residents if possible. And the 'no RERA' tag for a 2018 project is definitely something to clarify with the builder directly. It might be pre-RERA registration mandate, but still, ask for all legal documents. Don't rely just on what the brochure says.
4.5 Cr is a significant amount, even for a premium 3BHK. Have you checked what you can get for that price in other established areas? For example, in Gurugram, while prices are high, you might find something similar or even better in sectors along Airport Road (Gurgaon side) or even Badshahpur, especially if you're looking at resale. The market is a bit volatile right now, so it's good to compare and not rush into a decision based on brochure aesthetics. Also, that 'no RERA' thing is seriously bothering me. Did the project start pre-RERA or something?
What's the carpet area for that 3BHK at 4.5 Cr?
U7 makes a very valid point. That budget in Mohali for just 4 units feels steep. You might get a bigger, more established community with better amenities and lower maintenance per unit in parts of Gurugram. Even Basai has some promising developments coming up that might offer better value.
Regarding the hospital, Mohali has some good options like Fortis and Max Hospital, which are multi-specialty and generally well-regarded. Depending on the exact location of Allure Floors Four, it shouldn't be too far, maybe 15-20 minutes drive. But definitely check the precise distance and traffic during peak hours. That's a non-negotiable for senior living.
Honestly, 4.5 Cr for a 3BHK in a project with only 4 units? That's a huge red flag for me. Maintenance will be a nightmare, shared by so few people, it will be super expensive. Plus, no RERA number listed for a project completed in 2018? That's quite unusual and makes me wonder about compliance and transparency. I'd be very cautious before putting that much money.
While I understand the concern, sometimes smaller projects offer more exclusivity and better build quality, if the builder is reputable. But yes, maintenance can be tricky. You need to get a clear breakdown of costs from day one.
No RERA? That's shocking for 2018. How can that be?
Totally agree with you, U2. My cousin bought into a small society in Baharampur Naya, and the maintenance charges are through the roof because there are hardly any units to share the costs. Lifts break down, security is minimal, and common area upkeep is always neglected because residents fight over who pays what. It becomes a headache.
Bhai, you're not overthinking it at all! These are very valid concerns, especially for empty nesters. We're in a similar boat, kids gone, and a big house feels like a burden now. Good to ask about lifts and maintenance, those are crucial daily life things.