Buying a Home in Delhi: Complete Guide for Delhi Property Buyers
Delhi's property market ranges from builder floors in South Delhi colonies like Greater Kailash and Saket to DDA flats in Dwarka and Rohini, with East and West Delhi offering budget-friendly rentals. Excellent Metro coverage makes almost every locality commutable, and independent floors remain the most searched property type.
Where to buy in Delhi
First-time buyers in Delhi usually shortlist these localities:
Also worth comparing: Janakpuri, Vasant Kunj, Pitampura, Laxmi Nagar, Greater Kailash.
Why Delhi right now
- Dense Metro network across all zones
- Builder floors & DDA flats dominate supply
- South Delhi premium, East/West Delhi budget
Budget planning
Decide your budget with a home-loan EMI in mind — most banks fund 75–90% of the value, so keep 10–25% for down payment plus 7–9% for stamp duty, registration and brokerage-free costs. Use the 24Bricks EMI calculator to see what a loan in Delhi costs per month.
Documents to check before you pay
- RERA registration of the project (for under-construction)
- Title deed, chain of ownership and encumbrance certificate
- Approved building plan and occupancy certificate
- Society NOC, maintenance dues and property-tax receipts
- Carpet area vs super built-up area in the agreement
Common mistakes in Delhi
- Booking on brochure promises without visiting at different times of day
- Ignoring commute time to work hubs and schools
- Skipping a lawyer review of the sale agreement
- Paying token money in cash without a receipt
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