Buying a Home in Kolkata: Complete Guide for Kolkata Property Buyers
Kolkata remains one of the most affordable metro cities for buying a home, with New Town and Rajarhat leading new development and IT-sector demand, while Ballygunge and Alipore stay the premium addresses. Garia, Behala and Dum Dum offer good value along the Metro lines.
Where to buy in Kolkata
First-time buyers in Kolkata usually shortlist these localities:
Also worth comparing: Garia, Dum Dum, Howrah, Jadavpur, Tollygunge.
Why Kolkata right now
- New Town–Rajarhat: IT hub & new projects
- Most affordable among metro cities
- Metro expansion improving EM Bypass belt
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 Kolkata 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 Kolkata
- 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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