Quick Answer: Use a checklist and verify key facts in writing. Choose a furnished home to reduce first-month friction.
- Use a checklist and verify key facts before paying anything.
- Prefer written confirmations over verbal promises.
- Keep your first month low-friction by renting furnished.
- Choose a society that fits your daily routine.
- Contact us for a verified furnished shortlist.
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What matters most in a Gurugram society (expat-first)
Direct answer: Expats usually value predictability: a clear security process, reliable power backup, clean common areas, and fast maintenance responses. Facilities are helpful, but daily friction is what determines whether a society feels easy after the first week.
If you want a move-in-ready furnished apartment, start with our four focus societies: IREO Grand Arch, M3M Heights, Conscient Elevate, and Emaar Digi Homes.
Amenities vs operations (the expat reality check)
Direct answer: Amenities look good on brochures, but operations decide your experience: lift uptime, security gate process, maintenance response speed, and delivery rules. If you are relocating for the first time, optimize for operations first. Amenities are a bonus.
Questions to ask the owner/agent
- Is maintenance included in rent? If not, what is the monthly maintenance?
- What does power backup cover (lights only, or sockets/AC too)?
- What move-in rules exist (lift booking, timings, gate process)?
- Are deliveries allowed to the tower door or only to the lobby?
- What is the policy on pets, guests, and overnight visitors?
Domestic help and services (how to avoid daily stress)
Direct answer: Even if you do not hire domestic help immediately, you will use services: cleaning, AC servicing, plumber/electrician. Ask how entry is approved (app, pass, or manual) and what the typical process is for regular visitors.
Services onboarding checklist
- What is the process to approve a driver / domestic help?
- Is there a visitor-entry app? (Test it if possible.)
- Who is the escalation contact for maintenance?
- Are service providers required to show ID at the gate?
- What are the rules for moving materials in lifts/common areas?
Move-in day checklist (avoid first-week chaos)
Direct answer: Most first-week pain comes from missing keys/access, untested appliances, or unclear delivery rules. A written handover checklist and a 30-minute inspection reduces nearly all of it.
Handover checklist
- Keys, access cards, parking sticker, and gate entry process
- Appliances tested (ACs, geysers, fridge, microwave, washing machine)
- Internet plan: who activates it and which provider works
- Power backup: what is supported in the apartment
- Maintenance contact and escalation path
If you are choosing between societies, start by comparing our four expat-focused options: IREO Grand Arch, M3M Heights, Conscient Elevate, and Emaar Digi Homes.
20-minute viewing walkthrough (what to check in person)
Direct answer: A society can look perfect online but feel wrong in person. Do a fast walkthrough: check cleanliness, lift condition, staff posture, and how the gate process feels. Then go inside the unit and test the basics.
Viewing walkthrough checklist
- Gate process: how visitors/deliveries are handled
- Lobby and lift condition (cleanliness, smell, uptime)
- Noise around your likely unit location (roads, construction)
- Inside unit: water pressure + ACs + basic appliances
- Sunlight and ventilation in the bedroom you will use most
Nearby essentials (near our focus societies)
Direct answer: Daily life is calmer when supermarkets and pharmacies are easy to reach. Use the snapshot as a starting point and verify the latest details.
Pharmacies
Direct answer: A few nearby starting points near our focus societies.
| Near IREO Grand Arch (Sector 58) | Near Conscient/Emaar (Sector 62) | Near M3M Heights (Sector 65) |
|---|---|---|
| Medisca (~1.3 km) | VERIFY: no data | VERIFY: no data |
Lists are generated from OpenStreetMap (crowd-sourced). Use them as a starting point, not a guarantee of availability or quality.
FAQs
What does maintenance usually cover?
Direct answer: It typically covers common-area upkeep and society services, but inclusions vary. Ask for the breakdown and confirm who pays it in the lease.
How do I avoid surprises on move-in day?
Direct answer: Confirm move-in rules, test appliances, and get an inventory list signed. Put all inclusions in a lease annexure.
Are deliveries reliable in every building?
Direct answer: Rules vary by society and sometimes by tower. Confirm lobby vs tower-door handoff and how entry is approved for drivers and domestic help.
What is a “good” society for first-time expats?
Direct answer: One with predictable rules, consistent maintenance, and a process-driven move-in. If the building feels chaotic on day 1, it usually stays chaotic.
How many societies should I visit before deciding?
Direct answer: Usually 2 to 3 is enough. More visits often creates confusion and delays. Use a scorecard and decide.
Nearby essentials (data snapshot)
Direct answer: These are a few nearby options based on OpenStreetMap data around the local area center. Verify the latest details and distance before relying on it.
Nearby lists are generated from OpenStreetMap (crowd-sourced) and can be incomplete. Use them as a starting point, not a guarantee.
Cafes (nearby)
- Madison and Pike (~1.3 km)
Hospitals/clinics (nearby)
- Vatsalya Clinic (~1.3 km)
- Bones & Joints Clinic (~1.4 km)
Schools (nearby)
- DPS International (~1 km)
- St. Xavier's High School (~1.3 km)
- Tagore Public School (~1.4 km)
- Lotus Valley International School (~1.4 km)
Quick local directory (near our focus societies)
Direct answer: If you are new to Gurugram, a small directory reduces first-week friction. Use these as starting points and verify details.
Pharmacies
Direct answer: Useful for first-week settling-in.
| Near IREO Grand Arch (Sector 58) | Near Conscient/Emaar (Sector 62) | Near M3M Heights (Sector 65) |
|---|---|---|
| Medisca (~1.3 km) | VERIFY: no data | VERIFY: no data |
Lists are generated from OpenStreetMap (crowd-sourced). Use them as a starting point, not a guarantee of availability or quality.
Want a shortlist faster? (copy/paste template)
Direct answer: If you send a short, structured message, you will get a better shortlist faster. Copy/paste this and fill in the blanks.
| Item | Your answer |
|---|---|
| Move-in date | ___ |
| Lease length | ___ months |
| Family size | ___ |
| Budget range | INR ___ to ___ |
| Office location | ___ |
| School (if any) | ___ |
| Must-haves | e.g., quiet bedroom, strong backup, pet-friendly |
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