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Kartik Mehta
posted on 10 MayNew Chandigarh 2BHK search: Super area vs carpet area confusion
Checked out Omaxe projects in New Chandigarh. Kids are grown, so a compact 2BHK is the plan. But this super area vs carpet area thing is confusing. How do you actually compare prices or negotiate based on usable space?
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What's a good carpet area to super area ratio to look for? Like, what percentage is acceptable for a 2BHK?
Haan, 70% is usually considered decent.
Generally, for a well-designed project, your carpet area should be around 70-75% of the super area. Anything less than 65% is a red flag. RERA mandates disclosure, but builders still try to play around. Always check the RERA website for the project details; they usually list both. This helps you compare apples to apples instead of apples to oranges.
Honestly, Omaxe projects are generally on the higher side in New Chandigarh anyway. Plus, the market is a bit slow right now, so they're probably trying to make up for it by inflating these numbers. Don't fall for the super area trap, especially when prices are already steep.
Meri toh fat gayi thi jab maine apna agreement dekha! I booked a 3BHK in New Chandigarh thinking it was a good deal based on super area. Later, jab construction shuru hua, I realized the actual usable space was so much less. It felt like a 2BHK in disguise. Always insist on seeing the floor plan with carpet area clearly marked *before* booking, especially with these big developers like Omaxe.
Exactly! Happened with my friend in Manimajra too. He thought he was getting a 1200 sqft apartment, but the carpet area was barely 800. Builders have mastered this art of 'super area' deception. It's a real pain point for first-time buyers.
Yehi toh darr lagta hai. Builders kaafi clever hote hain in terms of showcasing space. We need to be extra careful.
Oh god, this is scary! Did you manage to negotiate later or was it too late? And how much difference was there between super area and carpet area in your case, roughly?
Yaar, exactly my thoughts! Omaxe mein bhi yahi problem aa rahi hai. They quote one price, but jab carpet area dekho toh lagta hai they're selling air. How do we even cross-check this?
Totally agree! It's such a scam. Sab paisa extra area ka le lete hain jo use bhi nahi hota.
Bhai, you hit the nail on the head. I faced this with a project in Mullanpur Garibdass last year. Builders usually include common areas, walls, even balconies in super area. RERA guidelines say they have to disclose carpet area, but negotiation is tough. Best bet is to ask for the exact RERA carpet area certificate and then compare prices per sqft.