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Lakshmi Srinivasan
Fed up of renting: County quality for investors?
₹1.1 Cr for a 3BHK in County... fed up of renting for 8 years, landlord raised rent again. Finally taking the plunge but honestly, worried about construction quality affecting resale value. During site visits, how do you actually spot future issues like seepage or fitting problems after a year or two? Also, do those fancy amenities really attract better tenants or just inflate maintenance charges? Not sure if they truly drive premium pricing or just add to the EMI burden. Has anyone invested in County purely for ROI? What's your experience with long-term maintenance costs due to initial quality?
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I can share my experience from a project in Alpha I Greater Noida, which was also ready-to-move around the same time as County (Possession date: 2018-12-31). The initial quality looked decent, but within 2 years, cracks started appearing, plumbing issues became common, and the lifts frequently broke down. It led to huge maintenance charges and constant fights with the RWA. For County, since it's already 2018 possession, many issues would have surfaced by now. Have you tried talking to any current residents in County? They are the best source for actual quality feedback, especially since possession was in 2018.
Good point, U4! I've been trying to connect with some residents through WhatsApp groups but no luck yet. Will try to visit during non-peak hours and discreetly ask people around. Thanks for the Alpha I Noida tip, makes me even more cautious.
Totally agree about the amenities. Sab dikhawa hai, just adds to maintenance. ROI ke liye toh bilkul nahi. Most people just use the gym and pool for a few months.
County ka naam sunte hi darr lagta hai. My cousin almost booked there but pulled out last minute because of some horror stories about construction quality. Especially the plumbing and electrical work. Builders just show you the glossy stuff during site visits, making it impossible to spot future issues. How do you even check for hidden issues like plumbing/electrical during a site visit? I mean, RERA number UPRERAPRJ2369 hai but that doesn't guarantee everything, right? And those fancy amenities? Purely for show, maintenance cost badha dete hain bas.
Yeah, professional inspection is key. Don't rely on builder's word. Period.
I totally agree with U8. We found a small leak under our kitchen sink only after moving in, which was missed during the final walkthrough. A professional would have caught that. It's a small investment for peace of mind.
U2, you're right, it's tough to spot. My advice? If you're serious, hire a professional home inspector for a pre-possession check. They use thermal cameras for dampness, check water pressure, electrical loads, and even look for cracks in hidden spots. It costs a bit, but saves you a lot of headache later. For seepage, check bathroom corners, under sinks, and exterior walls for any discoloration or peeling paint. Even small details like the brand of fittings can give clues.
Yaar, I totally get your frustration with renting. 8 saal bahut hote hain! But about County, are you sure about the ₹1.1 Cr for a 3BHK? Mera research toh ₹2 Cr+ dikha raha hai for that project. Is it a resale deal or something specific? Kyunki agar itna low price hai, toh quality issues ka doubt aur badh jata hai. Just asking, I'm also looking.
Be careful with such 'urgent' resale deals, especially if the price is way off market. Sometimes it's a red flag for hidden problems.
Haan bhai, it's a specific resale deal that my agent found. Apparently, the owner is in a hurry to sell, maybe moving out of the city. That's why the price is tempting, but the quality part is still bugging me. So, yes, it's not the builder's current offer.