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Priya Rajan
SLS Spring Woods: Right move for empty nesters?
Panathur keeps coming up for me. Kids have moved out, so I'm selling our big house and looking for something manageable, maybe a 2BHK in SLS Spring Woods. It's completed and prices are around ₹1.24 Cr. My biggest worry is the actual possession experience. What did people find after moving in? Were there hidden issues, or was the handover smooth? Also, how's the community vibe for older folks? Need good hospital access and low maintenance. Is it genuinely a good home, or just looks good on paper?
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For empty nesters, community vibe is key. Is it just young families or a good mix? Hospital access is also non-negotiable for older folks.
I visited a similar 'completed' project near Agrahara Layout last year, and believe me, 'completed' is a loose term sometimes. The amenities shown in brochures were either half-done or completely missing. There were constant water supply issues and the lift would break down every other week. So, definitely check everything physically, don't just go by what the sales team says. Talk to existing residents if possible, that's the real test.
I'm also looking at completed projects for my parents. The main thing is, after moving in, kitna maintenance aata hai monthly? And were there any unexpected charges or society formation issues? My biggest fear is getting stuck with a society that can't manage things properly.
Hospital access is good from Spring Woods. Sakra World Hospital and Manipal Hospital are both within a reasonable drive, 15-20 mins max.
Be very careful about those 'initial corpus fund' and other one-time charges. I bought a flat near Akshayanagar and after paying the initial amount, builder sprung up charges for BESCOM, BWSSB, and even a 'clubhouse membership' which wasn't clearly mentioned in the agreement. It added almost 2 lakhs to my total cost! Make sure everything is explicitly written down and nothing is left to 'future charges'.
Monthly maintenance for SLS Spring Woods is around ₹4-5 per sqft, which for a 2BHK (say 1200 sqft) comes to ₹4800-₹6000. It's on the higher side, but they do have good amenities. Society formation was smooth, but yes, initial corpus fund was a bit of a shock for some.
SLS Spring Woods is actually quite well-located for Panathur. My cousin lives nearby in Aavalahalli and loves the connectivity. Empty nesters ke liye it's a good spot.
Panathur is good, but ₹1.24 Cr for a 2BHK in a completed project... sounds a bit high given the market right now. Builder ka track record bhi dekhna padega. Are they known for quality or just quick builds? And possession experience is super important, especially after hearing so many horror stories about builders delaying or handing over unfinished flats.
Decent reputation is one thing, actual delivery is another. My friend bought in a 'reputed' builder's project near Adigara Kallahalli, and even with RERA, they faced a 6-month delay post the stated possession date. Then the quality of fittings was totally downgraded. So, just having a RERA number doesn't guarantee everything. You still need to do your due diligence on the ground.
Actually, for a completed project in Panathur, that price isn't too bad, especially considering the current demand in East Bangalore. SLS has a decent reputation, and their RERA number (PRM/KA/RERA/1251/446/PR/191015/002945) is legit. Possession was on time for most, I heard.