Relocation - Local orientation and help

amtak · 5th February 2008, 10:13

Dear All,

Soon I would be relocating to BLR and would need your assistance to settle down. My office would be in Kormangala and I am looking for a 1BHK apt there itself as I am not keen on traveling. If anyone needs roomies in that area, please let me know as I don't mind joining a TBHPIAN!

TheMag, looking forward to meet you in BLR.
Soulojh, you will get a new member for your Gym!

Rest all, I am coming!!!!

Moderator's note: New thread created to discuss all queries regarding relocation to another city and other local self-help topics. Please use this thread for such content henceforth.

kaushik_s · 5th February 2008, 12:57

Welcome to Bangalore.While it's bit difficult to find a 1BHK apartment in Bangalore but it's not a impossible task.For me, I tried to find one and found one also but before I reach the place somebody already booked it.

theMAG · 5th February 2008, 13:00

Amtak my man, welcome! Mentally prepare yourself for the animal rush that is Kormangala!

RufRoc · 5th February 2008, 13:01

Finding a i BHK in Koramangala is really hard. You wait really long and when you hear there's one available, you drive there only to realize that there's always someone who beats you to it. But good luck and hope you find a nice cozy place.

praJEEP · 5th February 2008, 13:16

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Originally Posted by theMAG

Amtak my man, welcome! Mentally prepare yourself for the animal rush that is Kormangala!

Why are you are scaring him like hell ? don't do it maggie. (hosabaru innu adjust agthare) still new to town he will get adjusted.

You are most welcome amtak to bangy club.

amtak · 5th February 2008, 13:38

He he he! I am now scared

. No one wants a roommate?? I was getting a 2 BHK here in BTM layout (don't ask me where it is as even I don't know) but for a single person its too huge flat. I should be there mostly on 18th morning (still finalizing) and will keep you all posted

deepaktpatil · 5th February 2008, 14:19

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Originally Posted by amtak

He he he! I am now scared

. No one wants a roommate?? I was getting a 2 BHK here in BTM layout (don't ask me where it is as even I don't know) but for a single person its too huge flat. I should be there mostly on 18th morning (still finalizing) and will keep you all posted

Amtak, Welcome to Bangalore.
1 BHK is a rare commodity in Bangalore, you will find good number of 2 BHK flats but not 1 BHK, so if you are getting a 2 BHK in BTM layout, go for it if it fits your budget. As BTM is just 4-5 km from Koramangala. It will be a convenient place to commute, also rentals are one the higher side when it comes to Koramangala.

snaronikar · 5th February 2008, 14:24

Welcome to Bangalore Dude. Go for the house in BTM and then you can start searching for roommates here.

As others has informed, finding 1 BHK flat in Kormangala is difficult. Maybe you can get in BTM/Marathalli if you try hard.

HappyWheels · 5th February 2008, 14:27

welcome to bangalore, amtak. and all the best in getting that 1 bhk - search buddy, search hard.

i would say, settle for a 2bhk, which you will get easily. and do not worry about it being huge for just one guy - the amount of space you get in a 2bhk is something that is going to surprise you.

lambuhere1 · 5th February 2008, 14:58

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Originally Posted by HappyWheels

the amount of space you get in a 2bhk is something that is going to surprise you.

Devious Isnt it. Anyway, Most of the residential status in BLR is 2BHK. Most . Just shell out for it. Enjoy Bangalore and who knows you might as well find a life partner to settle with in the said house. Thats how Bangalore works wonders.

Just Kidding. Welcome to BLR.

condor · 5th February 2008, 15:11

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praJEEP

: Why are you are scaring him like hell ? don't do it maggie. (hosabaru innu adjust agthare) still new to town he will get adjusted.

Amtak, not to worry - that is no gaali. Just means Newcomer is still adjusting (to the environment)

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deepaktpatil

: 1 BHK is a rare commodity in Bangalore,

True. Flats are rare. But you can find 1 BHK houses (on first floor / second floor / part of floor etc)

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snaronikar

: Go for the house in BTM and then you can start searching for roommates here..

Good idea !

Welcome to Bangalore, Amtak.

sreenidhibr · 5th February 2008, 15:58

Do include HSR layout also as an option; it is adjacent to Koramangala. As others have mentioned, 1 BHK flat is probably rare, but 1 BHK house for rent is more probable.
And BTW, welcome to BLR :-)

jvsatish · 5th February 2008, 16:11

Welcome to Bangalore Amtak

And dont you worry about the space in these 'supposedly' 2BHK's. You might find that they are two matchboxes in the name of bedrooms just enough to accommodate a cot, a passage passing off as a kitchen and one sofa, two to three chairspace for a Hall!! unless you want to look in areas out of the city that is...
enjoy your stay..

amtak · 5th February 2008, 17:01

Seems like I'll have to settle down in BTM layout only. I am not transporting my car. Are ricks a good option? What I was told is that from BTM, it would take me about 20 mins to reach Kormangala in peak hour traffic, is that true?

watfor · 5th February 2008, 17:02

Hope you have been reading the thread on malls being in the wrong places in Bangalore. That's in Kormangala. Welcome to Bangalore.

5th February 2008, 10:13	#1
amtak Senior - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Mumbai - The city of Sea Link!!! Posts: 2,915 Thanked: 899 Times View My Garage	Relocation - Local orientation and help Dear All, Soon I would be relocating to BLR and would need your assistance to settle down. My office would be in Kormangala and I am looking for a 1BHK apt there itself as I am not keen on traveling. If anyone needs roomies in that area, please let me know as I don't mind joining a TBHPIAN! TheMag, looking forward to meet you in BLR. Soulojh, you will get a new member for your Gym! Rest all, I am coming!!!! Moderator's note: New thread created to discuss all queries regarding relocation to another city and other local self-help topics. Please use this thread for such content henceforth. Last edited by theMAG : 17th April 2008 at 15:21.
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kaushik_s Senior - BHPian Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 1,088 Thanked: 164 Times View My Garage	Welcome to Bangalore.While it's bit difficult to find a 1BHK apartment in Bangalore but it's not a impossible task.For me, I tried to find one and found one also but before I reach the place somebody already booked it.
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5th February 2008, 13:00	#3
theMAG Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: May 2006 Location: Avon, CT Posts: 7,217 Thanked: 1,807 Times View My Garage	Amtak my man, welcome! Mentally prepare yourself for the animal rush that is Kormangala!
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RufRoc BHPian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 259 Thanked: 28 Times	Finding a i BHK in Koramangala is really hard. You wait really long and when you hear there's one available, you drive there only to realize that there's always someone who beats you to it. But good luck and hope you find a nice cozy place.
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5th February 2008, 13:38	#6
amtak Senior - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Mumbai - The city of Sea Link!!! Posts: 2,915 Thanked: 899 Times View My Garage	He he he! I am now scared. No one wants a roommate?? I was getting a 2 BHK here in BTM layout (don't ask me where it is as even I don't know) but for a single person its too huge flat. I should be there mostly on 18th morning (still finalizing) and will keep you all posted
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5th February 2008, 14:24	#8
snaronikar Senior - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Bengaluru Posts: 2,845 Thanked: 29 Times View My Garage	Welcome to Bangalore Dude. Go for the house in BTM and then you can start searching for roommates here. As others has informed, finding 1 BHK flat in Kormangala is difficult. Maybe you can get in BTM/Marathalli if you try hard.
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5th February 2008, 14:27	#9
HappyWheels Senior - BHPian Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 4,106 Thanked: 537 Times	welcome to bangalore, amtak. and all the best in getting that 1 bhk - search buddy, search hard. i would say, settle for a 2bhk, which you will get easily. and do not worry about it being huge for just one guy - the amount of space you get in a 2bhk is something that is going to surprise you.
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5th February 2008, 15:58	#12
sreenidhibr BHPian Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 119 Thanked: 2 Times View My Garage	Do include HSR layout also as an option; it is adjacent to Koramangala. As others have mentioned, 1 BHK flat is probably rare, but 1 BHK house for rent is more probable. And BTW, welcome to BLR :-)
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5th February 2008, 16:11	#13
jvsatish BHPian Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Hyderabad Posts: 37 Thanked: 0 Times	Welcome to Bangalore Amtak And dont you worry about the space in these 'supposedly' 2BHK's. You might find that they are two matchboxes in the name of bedrooms just enough to accommodate a cot, a passage passing off as a kitchen and one sofa, two to three chairspace for a Hall!! unless you want to look in areas out of the city that is... enjoy your stay..
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5th February 2008, 17:01	#14
amtak Senior - BHPian Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Mumbai - The city of Sea Link!!! Posts: 2,915 Thanked: 899 Times View My Garage	Seems like I'll have to settle down in BTM layout only. I am not transporting my car. Are ricks a good option? What I was told is that from BTM, it would take me about 20 mins to reach Kormangala in peak hour traffic, is that true?
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5th February 2008, 17:02	#15
watfor BHPian Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: bangalore Posts: 48 Thanked: 14 Times	Welcome to Blr Hope you have been reading the thread on malls being in the wrong places in Bangalore. That's in Kormangala. Welcome to Bangalore.
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