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Akash Jain
Prism City Blue layouts: brochure vs reality check
Did a site visit to Prism City Blue last Saturday and honestly, the floor plans are making me scratch my head. Brochure mein the 2BHK looked decent, but actual carpet area bahut kam lag rahi hai. Especially the living room, it felt so cramped. Matlab, what's the point of a 700 sqft flat if only 550 is usable? I'm fed up of renting and finally want my own space, but this layout issue is bothering me. Plus, neighbourhood mein schools and markets kaise hain? Is the community friendly ya sab isolated rehte hain? Not sure if I should commit to a place where the main living space feels so small. Anyone else find the layouts tricky there? Your thoughts on actual livability would help.
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It's a tough market for first-time buyers, no doubt. Builders are facing cost pressures, and that often reflects in smaller room sizes to meet a certain price point. Prism City Blue is slated for possession in 2029, which is quite a long wait. While the layouts might feel cramped now, consider the future development of the area. Sometimes new areas like Ambegaon Budruk take time to develop their social infrastructure. What's more important for you – immediate space or potential appreciation?
Thanks for sharing your experience. I was also considering Prism City Blue. What price range were they quoting you for the 2BHK? And about the neighborhood, did you get a chance to check out schools nearby? My biggest concern is daily commute for kids and groceries. Is it well-connected or feels a bit isolated like some new developments?
Yeah, connectivity is still developing. Public transport options are limited, so a personal vehicle is a must.
For the 2BHK, they were quoting around 70-80L, depending on the floor. Schools are a bit far, the closest decent ones are about 5-7 km away. Markets are local kirana stores, nothing big like a D-Mart nearby yet. It felt a bit isolated to be honest.
You're not alone. My cousin booked a 1BHK in Akurdi a few years back, similar carpet area issues. They promised a certain size, but the layout was so inefficient, it felt like a studio. We really need to be careful with these 'effective' carpet areas. What's the price range they quoted you for that 2BHK?
They quoted us around ₹75 lakhs for the 2BHK, all-inclusive, but then add stamp duty, registration etc.
Bhai, this carpet area scam is so common these days. Builders show super built-up area and then actual usable space is a fraction. Did you check their RERA number, PR1261012501646? Always cross-check the carpet area mentioned there with what they're showing on site. Sometimes, the RERA documents have the true figures. Plus, I heard some mixed reviews about this builder's previous projects, especially regarding possession delays. For a first home, we need solid ground, not just fancy brochures.
Possession delays are a nightmare, especially for us first-time buyers who are probably paying EMIs and rent simultaneously. I've heard too many stories. ₹60 L – ₹1.2 Cr is a huge range, but for a 2029 possession, one needs to be very careful about the builder's financial stability. The market is fluctuating, and a long wait can be risky if the builder isn't strong.
You are so right about RERA. I checked the RERA site for another project, and the carpet area was almost 50 sqft less than what the sales guy was claiming! It's a huge difference. This builder needs to be transparent.
Totally relate, yaar! I also visited Prism City Blue last month and felt the exact same way about the 2BHK living room. Brochure mein sab bada-bada dikhta hai, but actual visit pe itna chota lagta hai. It's like they measure the balcony as part of the living area or something. For a first-time buyer like me, it's so misleading. How can one even plan furniture?
Haan yaar, same thing happened to my friend who bought in Sinhagad Road. Builders just use clever photography. Did you ask the sales guy about the actual carpet area breakdown per room?
Exactly! My wife and I felt the same. It's like a magic trick with these brochures.