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Radha Chopra
posted on 9 MayPre-launch deals: What I wish I knew before buying in Hinjewadi
₹85 lakh for a 2BHK in Hinjewadi Phase 1 seems steep, even for Dolphin Buildcon. I just got possession of my unit there last month. Honestly, pre-launch pricing didn't feel like a big discount after all the PLCs and floor rise. I think construction-linked payment plans are actually a builder's trick, leading to higher total cost due to hidden interest. Felt like I paid more than I should've. What's everyone's experience? Did anyone get a genuinely better deal later, or was pre-launch the only smart move? Curious to hear some real experiences.
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My experience was slightly different. I booked a 3BHK in Sinhagad Road two years back, pre-launch with a well-known builder. They offered a fixed price, no hidden PLCs later. The construction-linked payment was tough, no doubt, but now the property value has appreciated by almost 20%. So for me, it worked out. Maybe Dolphin Buildcon is just notorious for this? It really boils down to the builder's reputation and how transparent they are from day one.
Totally relate! I almost booked a 2BHK in Akurdi at pre-launch but then backed out. Later saw the same configuration available at a slightly lower per sqft rate post-RERA registration. Builders always make pre-launch sound like the best deal, but sometimes it's just FOMO. What was your actual per sqft rate after all charges?
U2, for Dolphin Buildcon, the base rate was around ₹6500/sqft, but with PLCs (view, higher floor), amenities, and all the taxes, it shot up to nearly ₹8500-₹9000/sqft. That's why ₹85 lakh for 950 sqft feels like a lot. Hope that answers your question.
Exactly! My friend faced similar in Ambegaon Budruk. Pre-launch was a trap.