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Hansika Motwani
posted on 3 MayGated Community infra impact: My numbers aren't adding up
Did some deep diving into property data this weekend, especially around the Gated Community corridor. I've tracked this market for years. Honestly, metro ya new road projects ka asar jitna bola jaata hai, utna real price jump mujhe dikha nahi. Kaun se specific pockets mein ROI sahi mein badha hai after these infra upgrades? My numbers aren't showing that much. Am I missing something crucial?
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So, the consensus seems to be that infra projects alone aren't the magic bullet for ROI, especially for first-time buyers who are budget-conscious. It's more about long-term impact, overall market conditions, builder reputation, and internal society amenities. Maybe we need to shift our focus from just 'infra-led growth' to a more holistic view. What do you guys think is a better metric to predict appreciation then?
From what I've observed in the Chandigarh property market, the current conditions are quite tricky. There's a lot of inventory, and demand isn't as robust as it was a few years ago. So, even with infrastructure upgrades, the overall market sentiment and supply-demand dynamics play a much bigger role in price appreciation than a single metro line or road project. Don't just look at the infra; look at the absorption rate and overall economic health of the region.
My biggest concern is the 'development charges' builders levy, citing future infra. We pay a premium, but the actual benefits are either delayed indefinitely or don't materialize as promised. It feels like we're paying for a promise that doesn't deliver. How do we even account for that in our ROI calculations? It eats into potential gains.
Totally agree. And when you ask for specifics, they just give vague answers. Is there any way to verify these 'future infra' claims or get a timeline from official sources before buying? I'm looking at a project in Saini Majra, and they're hyping up a new industrial corridor.
Haan yaar, this is so true! Builder ki marketing strategy lagti hai bas.
The only exception I've seen is if the infra project directly opens up a previously inaccessible or difficult-to-reach area. For instance, some pockets near Manimajra saw a decent jump when the flyover was completed, cutting travel time significantly. But for already developed or well-connected gated communities, the impact seems minimal. It's more about the builder's reputation and amenities inside the society, rather than just external infra.
Exactly! Like the projects near Rasulpur, they've been talking about a bypass for ages. The prices spiked initially on the news, but then stagnated because the project kept getting delayed. Now, it's more about whether the builder delivers on time and maintains quality. External infra ka buzz toh ek point tak hi kaam karta hai.
Manimajra mein kaunse projects ki baat kar rahe ho? Any specific names?
Totally relate to this! Main bhi yahi soch raha tha. Builders aur brokers itna hype create karte hain ki metro aayegi toh prices double ho jaayenge, but real mein itna difference dikhta nahi. Meri research bhi same point out kar rahi hai. Especially in the New Chandigarh area, where they promised so much connectivity. Am I missing something basic about how these infra projects really impact property values in the short term?
Short term mein toh mushkil hai. These mega projects usually have a longer gestation period for their full impact to be felt. Plus, a lot depends on the actual economic activity that follows. Just a road or metro line won't magically make demand skyrocket. You need jobs, schools, amenities to come up alongside. Maybe you're not missing anything, it's just the reality.
Haan bhai, bilkul sahi keh rahe ho! I booked a flat in a project near Mullanpur Garibdass two years ago, thinking connectivity improvements would give me a good appreciation. Now, after two years, the capital appreciation is barely 10-12%, which is not what I was sold. Feels like the initial premium for 'future infrastructure' was already priced in. What's even the point then?