Patel Road metro connectivity hides traffic woes

Okay I'll be honest — I'm completely fed up of renting, landlord ne phir rent badha diya. Finally thinking of taking the plunge and buying a 2BHK in Patel Road. EMI vs rent math ab theek lag raha. But not sure about the area's long-term potential. Metro connectivity toh sahi hai, but daily commute ka kya scene hai? Bahut traffic hota hai kya peak hours mein? Aur investment perspective se, Patel Road mein 3-5 saal mein kitna appreciation expect kar sakte hain? Yaar, is it a good long-term bet for my first home?