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Siddharth More
posted on 20 MayBangalore's affordable corridor: investment insights?
Been looking for 8 months now; it's getting exhausting. I'm in a 2BHK near Marathahalli, planning a 3BHK or villa upgrade. Space is tight. With an existing home loan, this must be a smart investment. I've focused on the 'Affordable Housing Projects' corridor. Prices jumped significantly in 2-3 years. Has that area peaked for investment, or is there still good ROI potential? Not sure if the 3BHK premium is justified. What specific projects or sectors still offer good value? Would love community input on the overall investment thesis here.
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I think the key is to look beyond just the 'affordable corridor' tag. Focus on specific projects with good connectivity, established social infrastructure (schools, hospitals, supermarkets nearby), and a builder with a solid track record. Sometimes, paying a slight premium for a well-located, quality project in a slightly more developed area can give better long-term returns than a 'cheaper' one in a nascent corridor with uncertain future development. Don't just follow the herd blindly.
U10, future development is always a gamble, especially in Bangalore. Government announcements can change overnight, or get delayed for years. That's why U9's point about existing infrastructure is so crucial. It provides a safety net even if grand future plans don't materialize quickly.
So, quality over just low price, right? But what about future development plans for these areas, like metro extensions?
Dekho, market thoda volatile hai abhi. Interest rates bhi upar ja rahe hain. Existing home loan ke saath second property lena, especially agar usmein significant price jump ho chuka hai, risky ho sakta hai. Banks bhi ab bahut stringent ho gaye hain loan approvals mein. Current market conditions are not as rosy as before for quick appreciation.
U7, main mostly peripheral areas ki baat kar raha hoon like Adigara Kallahalli and even some parts near Agrahara Layout. Wahan rates bahut inflated lagte hain for the current infrastructure. Better to look slightly further out for actual value, if you can wait for development.
Kis areas ki baat kar rahe ho U6? Specific examples do please. Is it all over Bangalore?
Same boat, OP! I actually booked a 3BHK in Akshayanagar two years ago, thinking it was a steal. Now, the project is delayed by 8 months, and the resale value isn't looking as promising as I hoped. Mera toh EMI jaa raha hai aur possession ka kuch pata nahi. What are people's thoughts on the actual appreciation in these so-called growth corridors? Is there still genuine growth here or just a speculative bubble?
Totally agree with U3! Builder delays are a nightmare. ROI is a big question mark for sure.
Akshayanagar mein delays common hain, U3. Appreciation toh hui hai, but mostly on paper. Agar ready-to-move liya hota toh shayad better hota. Maine ek friend ka data dekha hai, pichle 1.5 saal mein only 10-12% effective appreciation, not the 20-30% builders promised. So, genuine growth is slow now, more like a bubble for short-term gains.
Yaar, 'affordable corridor' naam ka hi rah gaya hai. Main Aavalahalli side dekh raha tha pichle saal, 2BHK ke rate aise badhe hain ki 3BHK ka sapna hi chhod diya. Builders ne inventory hold karke prices artificially inflate kiye hain. Lagta nahi ab yahan achha ROI milega, especially with an existing home loan. It's a trap, I tell you.
Totally relate, bhai! Marathahalli se upgrade karna mushkil ho gaya hai. Mujhe bhi lagta hai affordable corridor ab utna affordable nahi raha. Har jagah prices sky-high hain. Kya karein?