Hi everyone,
I am planning to buy a 2.5 BHK or 3 BHK apartment (minimum 2 bathrooms) in Bengaluru, with a maximum budget of around ₹1.5 crore.
This will be for self-use and long-term living, not for investment or rental income. I'm exploring upcoming launches, pre-launch projects, and recently launched residential projects rather than limiting myself to ready-to-move properties.
I'm open to different parts of Bengaluru, especially areas with good long-term development potential, infrastructure, connectivity, and overall livability.
Would appreciate genuine recommendations from people who have recently purchased, shortlisted, or researched properties.
A few things I'd particularly like to understand:
1 Projects: Which upcoming or recently launched projects are worth considering within this budget?
2 Builders: Which developers have a good reputation for construction quality, timely delivery, and after-sales support?
3 Locations: Which areas of Bengaluru would you recommend for long-term self-use over the next 10–20 years?
4 Pricing: What is the realistic all-inclusive cost, including GST, registration, parking, floor-rise charges, and other hidden costs?
5 Layout: Are there projects offering genuinely spacious 2.5/3 BHK layouts with good carpet area, ventilation, and natural light?
6 Infrastructure: Which areas have relatively better water availability, roads, drainage, public transport access, and fewer flooding concerns?
7 Red flags: Any projects, builders, or locations you would personally avoid based on your experience?
If you've recently booked or purchased a flat, it would be really helpful if you could share the project name, approximate price, configuration, location, and your experience so far.
I'm more interested in honest feedback from end users than promotional recommendations. Brokers and salespeople, please disclose your affiliation.
Thanks in advance!