The Significance of Location in Real Estate
Aritra Dutta
Aritra Dutta
Published 14-08-2025

The Significance of Location in Real Estate

In real estate, location matters a lot. Knowing how location affects anything—buying, selling, or investing—is essential. Let's explore the significance of location in this industry.

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A property's location is important as any real estate agent will inform you. Your family's happiness, safety, and financial future will all depend on where your home is located. The location of a property  is more important than pricing because it determines how profitable the investment will be. The kind of neighborhood and ease of access to major services and facilities, such transportation hubs, well-maintained roads, retail centers, hospitals, etc, are some of the aspects to consider while choosing a new home.

A important location should be near major hubs for public transportation, like rail stations, bus stops, and metro stations. The value of your house decreases with the distance from the public transit hub. Homes can be purchased in areas with easy access to major roads and highways, especially in places where driving is the only alternative.

The need to find places with safe neighborhoods has arisen from the rising crime rates in most cities. You wouldn't want to be concerned about your kids wandering home alone in the evenings from the bus stop, after all. An additional important factor that defines a good site is safety.

Real estate near large, upcoming infrastructure developments, including highways, bridges, metro stations, or shopping malls, is sure to get more attention when purchased. This is due to the fact that the value of real estate in these areas will only rise in the upcoming years.

Greater residential values are found in homes that are close to social infrastructure, such as malls, retail centers, hospitals, and reputable schools. Better earnings for properties purchased in these areas are also guaranteed by easy access to important office or company centers.

Working professionals seeking short commutes may be drawn to residential neighborhoods close to tech parks or commercial centers, which may result in steady and high rental returns. A strong local economy can guarantee steady increases in property values. Communities with a variety of sectors can provide greater stability than those that depend just on one.

The location of a property has a big impact on its worth and financial prospects. Property values in desirable areas, including city centers, popular neighborhoods, or developing districts, typically rise over time. Choosing to live in one of these neighborhoods can raise the property's worth significantly.

In real estate, a property's location is vital since it affects both property values and quality of life. When purchasing, selling, or making investments, location needs to be the first priority. It affects long-term appreciation and financial returns in addition to current livability. Real estate in well-connected, secure communities that are convenient to amenities and job hubs typically appreciates in value and draws greater demand.

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The rental contract is for a standard of 11 months. However, you can choose how long you want to stay.

Can I renew my lease at the end of the term?

Yes, you have the option to renew your rental agreement whenever you wish to.

Is there any Commitment/Lock in period?

Lock in period is a commitment given by the tenants to us in order to avail free common area maintenance charge. Lock-in period should be a minimum of 6 months to avail free common area maintenance charge.

Can you renew or update only the lock in period?

No, once the contract is made you cannot update or change the lock-in period or any other terms.

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What is the difference between contract period and lock-in period?

Both aspects operate independently. Contract period is the 11 month legal term under which tenants will rent the flat with KOTS. Renewal of contracts is possible. On the other hand, the lock-in period refers to the duration for which the tenant commits to remain without terminating the contract, enabling them to take advantage of the free common area maintenance charges offered.

What happens if you terminate the contract (or) vacate the home during the Lock-In period ?

The common area maintenance charges offered will be reversed and you will be charged monthly common area maintenance charges for the entire stay duration.

Is there any notice period to terminate the contract?

Yes, the tenants have to serve 45 days notice period before they terminate the contract.

Are there any painting charges or move out charges?

Move out charges include painting charges to be paid (one time) by the Sub-Lessee in advance or in pre-paid manner at the time of booking the flat. If the rented flat is of Studio / 1BHK flat, painting charges are Rs 14,500 (Fourteen thousand five hundred.) and if the rented flat is a 2BHK flat, painting charges are Rs 19,500 (Nineteen thousand five hundred.).

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