Delhi Real Estate: Apartments and Builder Floors for Sale in India's Capital

South Delhi, including Greater Kailash, Defence Colony, Vasant Vihar and Hauz Khas, holds the city's most prestigious colonies, with large plots and diplomatic neighbours. Dwarka, Rohini and Janakpuri are planned areas in the west and north-west with apartments at lower prices, while East Delhi around Mayur Vihar is close to Noida. The metro network is extensive, and Indira Gandhi International Airport in the south-west is well connected by the Airport Express line.

Delhi has severe winter air pollution and extreme summer heat, and both affect daily life; ask about air quality, insulation and backup power. Many people also look at satellite markets in the National Capital Region, such as Gurgaon, as an alternative to Delhi proper.

For other Indian metros see Navi Mumbai, Bengaluru, Pune, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad and Kolkata.

NRIs and OCIs can buy residential and commercial property in Delhi but not agricultural land or farmhouses. Foreign nationals living abroad generally cannot buy.

• Title and conversion. Check whether the plot is freehold or leasehold from the Delhi Development Authority (DDA), and whether conversion to freehold has been done.
• Unauthorised colonies. Some areas are regularised, others are not; verify legal status.
• Stamp duty. Delhi stamp duty varies by buyer category and is charged on the higher of the circle rate and the sale price; verify the current rate.
• RERA. Check Delhi RERA for new projects.

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Circle rates are government minimum values by area. Sellers may quote a price above them, with the purchase price recorded for tax. Insist on a transparent, fully documented payment and avoid cash payments. A lawyer should check the chain of title, the sanctioned building plan and any outstanding dues for water, electricity and property tax. Use the property valuation tool to sense-check the asking price.

Recurring costs are municipal property tax, maintenance for apartments in societies, utilities and insurance. NRIs who rent out their property must file tax returns. Apartment societies in newer sectors often provide generators, security and lifts, while older colonies rely on individual arrangements. Consider backup power and air purifiers part of the budget.