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Ritu Oberoi
Gurgaon projects: Water, power, lift reliability?
Since January I've been shortlisting flats in this city. I'm based in Dubai, so can't do a site inspection myself for places like Laburnum Victory Floors 88A. Need community help. As an investor, daily reliability is key for tenant attraction. Kya kisi ko pata hai water supply ka kya scene hai? Tanker dependency toh nahi rehti? And power backup, is it full flat ya just common areas? Elevators ki service kaisi hai, jaldi theek hote hain ya wait karna padta hai? These things really affect long-term ROI.
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Maine Laburnum ke ek aur project ke baare mein suna tha, unka delivery track record average tha. Quality issues toh nahi the but delays were common. For Victory Floors, with only 8 units, they should ideally be able to manage better. But make sure to check their RERA details thoroughly. Is the RERA ID available and all approvals in place? These small projects sometimes cut corners on approvals.
Price point toh bahut high lag raha hai for an upcoming project, even for 88A. Laburnum Victory Floors, naam sunke high-end lagta hai but 8 units? Usually, bigger societies have better infrastructure management due to economies of scale. How will they manage water, power, and lift for just 8 units efficiently without very high maintenance charges? Kya is price mein ready-to-move options nahi mil rahe hain?
Ready-to-move are definitely an option for this budget, especially if you're worried about tenant attraction. No waiting period, no uncertainty about amenities. I'd explore those before locking into an upcoming project, especially from Dubai where you can't personally oversee the construction progress.
Totally agree. ₹2.9 Cr is a lot. Even on Airport Road side, prices are softening a bit for resale. New projects should offer better value.
Investor ho toh thoda caution rakhna padega. ₹2.9 Cr – ₹3.3 Cr for an upcoming project with a 2026 possession date is a long shot. Current market conditions in Gurugram are a bit volatile, especially for luxury projects. Return on investment will depend heavily on the builder actually delivering on time and maintaining quality. Small projects sometimes get delayed because builders divert funds to larger ones. Get all details about the builder's financial stability and past projects.
Dekho, 88A area mein water supply ka scene thoda tricky hai. Especially towards the Badshahpur side, tanker dependency rehti hai summer mein. Full flat power backup is a must for this price range, but make sure it covers ACs also, not just lights and fans. Many projects claim full backup but then ACs are on separate lines. Lift service mein, agar builder ka tie-up local maintenance se hai, toh jaldi theek ho jaate hain. But if it's some obscure company, then you're stuck for days. This directly impacts tenant satisfaction and ROI, you're right.
My friend booked a flat near Baliawas, same problem. Builder said 'full power backup' but ACs were excluded. Later had to install an inverter separately. Make sure to get it in writing, not just verbal assurance. Otherwise, you'll be attracting only frustrated tenants.
Haan, AC backup is crucial. Gurgaon ki garmi mein without AC backup, tenant bhaag jaayega! Is it a common issue in this sector?
Bhai, Laburnum Victory Floors 88A? Upcoming project hai, aur ₹2.9 Cr – ₹3.3 Cr ka price tag. Sirf 8 units mein reliability issues handle karna mushkil ho sakta hai. Builder ka track record kaisa hai? Itne high-end floors mein bhi water tanker ki नौबत aati hai kya?
Sahi keh rahe ho. Small number of units can be good for exclusivity, but if the builder isn't top-notch, then even basic amenities like water and power can become a nightmare. 2026 possession date bhi kaafi door hai, market conditions tab tak kitni change hongi kaun jaanta hai.
Exactly! Upcoming projects mein toh waise bhi risk rehta hai. Aur 8 units? Maintenance charges bahut high honge, I bet. Kisi ko Laburnum ka previous project experience hai?