Chennai Property Forum

DRA Inara

DRA Inara is a landmark launch — DRA Homes' first-ever luxury independent villa community, launched in March 2025 at Navalur on the OMR IT corridor. This is a ₹100 Crore project investment. RERA: TN/35/Building/0053/2025. Spread across 6 acres, Inara offers 118 independent villas in 3 BHK (1,952 sq ft), 4 BHK, and 5 BHK (up to 3,697 sq ft) configurations with complete land ownership per villa. Pricing starts from ₹1.70 Cr for the 3 BHK variants. The project includes 50+ amenities and sits in one of OMR's most established stretches near Navalur junction. DRA pivoting to independent villas after decades of apartment delivery is significant. Navalur is a mature micro-market on the OMR South corridor with excellent access to Sholinganallur IT parks, Siruseri SIPCOT, and the proposed metro extension. Independent villas at 6 acres with 118 units means reasonable density and good green space per home. With DRA's 38-year track record in apartments, how well does their execution translate to villa construction? The land ownership model (vs leasehold/strata) needs to be verified in the agreement documents. Has anyone attended the launch event or visited the site? Would like buyer perspectives on the villa specifications and pricing.

₹1.70 Cr

DAC Santa Clara

DAC Santa Clara is a 2025 luxury independent villa launch at Kattupakkam, a quiet pocket near OMR in Chennai South. RERA number: TNRERA/35/BLG/0337/2025. Possession expected August 2027. The project offers 60 independent 3 and 4 BHK villas spread across 2 acres, sized 1,445–2,010 sq ft, priced from ₹1.30 Cr to ₹2.17 Cr. Amenities include a swimming pool, AC gym, and multi-purpose hall. Kattupakkam sits approximately 3 km from OMR and is within 10–15 minutes of Sholinganallur, Medavakkam, and Siruseri SIPCOT — making it accessible for tech park employees while offering the independent villa lifestyle. Independent villas at this price point in Chennai's OMR corridor are rare and have historically seen strong appreciation. With only 60 units this will be a tight-knit community. Curious if anyone has visited — how does the villa layout and site feel compare to the renders? Also interested in understanding the land ownership structure and whether it includes a common amenity area or is purely residential plots with built villas.

₹1.30 Cr – ₹2.17 Cr

Radiance Green Springs

Radiance Green Springs at Muttukadu (East Coast Road) is an exclusive enclave of just 11 ultra-luxury 4 BHK villas across 5 acres, surrounded by Muttukadu backwaters. Completed; DTCP and RERA registered; Google rated 4.4 stars. Sold out; active resale market at ₹7,200+/sq ft. With only 11 homes, this is about as exclusive as it gets in Chennai. What's the community life like? How has ECR appreciated vs. OMR villas over the same period?

VGN Pride De Villa

VGN Pride De Villa at Padur (OMR South) is a boutique 32-unit gated villa community — 3 BHK, 1,692–1,739 sq ft, at ₹1.34Cr–₹1.37Cr. RERA: TN/35/Building/0441/2024 (possession Feb 2032 — long timeline, 8 years!). Amenities include gymnasium, clubhouse, children's play area, jogging track, basketball court. Small community may mean lower maintenance costs and better community feel — but the 2032 possession is a red flag for many. Thoughts?

₹1.34 Cr – ₹1.37 Cr

VGN Aspire Gardens

VGN Aspire Gardens at Avadi offers 69 row villas (2 BHK: 1,394–1,468 sq ft; 3 BHK: 1,629–1,711 sq ft) at approximately ₹71L–₹87L — a rare affordable villa product in North Chennai. RERA: TN/2/Building/0084/2025. Near Avadi–Poonamallee High Road. North Chennai still largely under-supplied with villa inventory. Is Avadi the right micro-market for a villa investment? How does the quality compare to Casagrand/TVS Emerald at the same price?

₹71.00 L – ₹87.00 L

Shriram One City

Shriram One City at Valarpuram (20 mins from Poonamallee) was Chennai's first Shriram plotted development — a 40-acre integrated township combining Santrupthi independent villas and Shriram Earth / Golden Acres villa plots. Fully sold out. RERA: Multiple registrations (Santrupthi: TN/01/Building/0191/2018 + TN/01/Building/0408/2020; Earth: TN/01/Layout/0036/2020). Located near Sriperumbudur industrial belt. For existing owners: how is the connectivity to Chennai city, water supply, and overall quality of construction?

TVS Emerald GreenAcres Villas

TVS Emerald GreenAcres is an 18-acre completed gated villa community at Kolapakkam (Perungalathur–Kolapakkam Main Road), 140 villas, 63% open space, adjacent to Gateway IT SEZ. 3 BHK, 1,767 sq ft. RERA: TN/01/Building/0276/2018. Delivered around 2018; fully occupied. Active resale market. For those who have lived here 5+ years: how has maintenance been? How is the IT connectivity / Chromepet station access? Resale pricing trends?

Casagrand Mercury

Casagrand Mercury at Perambur (near Kilpauk) includes 5 BHK floor villas (3,794 sq ft+) priced ₹2.49Cr–₹3.43Cr within a 20-acre, 130+ amenity township. RERA: TN/29/Building/055/2024 (possession Mar 2029). Rare villa-format product in North Chennai where large land is scarce. Is North Chennai finally getting premium villa supply? Thoughts on the price vs. south Chennai comparable products?

₹2.49 Cr – ₹3.43 Cr

Casagrand Laurels

Casagrand Laurels at Karanai (Navalur area) offers 126 luxury floor villas across 3 acres — 5 BHK elevated units starting ₹1.90Cr at ₹6,850–₹7,050/sq ft. Positioned as "floor villa" concept in towers. Features mini-theatre, spa, laundry, library, meditation hall, panoramic views. RERA: TN/35/Building/027/2024 (possession Jun 2026). 48 of 126 sold. Is the floor-villa concept in towers a genuine villa alternative or just premium apartments by another name?

₹1.90 Cr – ₹2.80 Cr

Casagrand Holachennai

Casagrand Holachennai is a 30-acre mixed township at Sholinganallur with 22 signature standalone 4 BHK villas (₹2.49Cr+) and 72 floor villas (5 BHK, ₹3.21Cr). 23 acres of greenery, vehicle-free podium, 80+ amenities. RERA: TN/29/Building/0352/2024. Possession phased Dec 2024–May 2026. At this price point in Sholinganallur, is the villa product differentiated enough or are you just paying a premium for a label?

₹2.49 Cr – ₹3.21 Cr

Casagrand Flagship Villa

Casagrand Flagship Villa at Pallikaranai is a boutique 54-unit luxury villa enclave within a larger 17.58-acre mixed township (887 apartments + 54 villas). Tudor architectural style; 4 BHK (3 BHK sold out). Only 6 units remaining at ₹2.32Cr–₹2.58Cr (2,471–2,854 sq ft plot; 2,050–2,968 sq ft BUA). RERA: TN/29/Building/0531/2022. Mixed-use township — does living next to apartments affect the villa experience?

₹2.32 Cr – ₹2.58 Cr

Casagrand Pavilion II Villas

Casagrand Pavilion II is part of what Casagrand calls 'Chennai's Largest Villa Community' at Thalambur on OMR — 295 villas across 18 acres (Phase I + II combined). 4 BHK + 2 Living configurations. Phase II has 127 units; Phase I fully occupied. Completed project, active resale market at ₹1.45Cr+. Share experiences on HOA, maintenance, amenities upkeep, and what life is like at Thalambur 5 years in.

₹1.45 Cr – ₹2.20 Cr

Casagrand Grandio

Casagrand Grandio at Navalur, OMR — one of Casagrand's most successful villa communities with 120 American-styled G+1 villas across 7.38 acres. 100% vehicle-free campus. Possession done (May 2024); 119 of 120 units sold. If you own here or bought recently in resale, how has the experience been? Build quality, maintenance, community vibe?

₹1.85 Cr – ₹2.80 Cr

Casagrand Goldengrove

Casagrand Goldengrove at Sonalur (5 mins from Kelambakkam–Vandalur Road) offers 116 row villas at ₹1.42Cr+. Contemporary design with 55+ amenities, 6,000 sq ft clubhouse, 3,000 sq ft rooftop pool, and 60% open space. Vaastu-compliant. RERA: TN/35/Building/0014/2025 (possession Dec 2027). Nearly sold out — 112 of 116 units gone. Thoughts on resale value at this location?

₹1.42 Cr – ₹1.80 Cr

Casagrand Glenmere

Casagrand Glenmere is a 110-unit villa community at Thaiyur on the far end of OMR. Contemporary glass-facade design with a rooftop pool and sky cinema. Priced ₹79L–₹1.77Cr. Good open space (60%) but the Thaiyur location means long commute to IT corridor. Only ~30 of 110 units sold so far — does the low sales pace concern buyers? RERA: TNRERA/35/BLG/0085/2026.

₹79.00 L – ₹1.77 Cr

DAC Lords

OMR, GST Road, and Old Mahabalipuram Road continue to drive Chennai's residential volume. DAC Lords in Pudhupakam is on this growth axis. CMRL connectivity is the pending piece that will unlock the next price move. community may be ok, but way to the community is little concerning.

₹1.00 Cr – ₹25.00 Cr

TVS Emerald Aaranya

TVS Emerald has been building in Chennai for years. Their previous projects in the city are occupied and the maintenance track record is something you can actually verify by talking to residents. TVS Emerald Aaranya is their current launch. RERA registered TN/01/Building/0055/2024. Manapakkam is one of West Chennai's fastest-growing residential corridors, well-connected to Guindy Industrial Estate, St. Thomas Mount Metro, and the outer ring road network via Ramapuram junction. The project features a 25,000 sq ft forest-themed clubhouse, a 200-metre nature trail, and a dedicated senior citizen's garden. TVS Group's engineering precision is evident across their delivered portfolio. Possession expected Q4 2026.

₹85.00 L – ₹1.38 Cr

Casagrand Bloom

Casagrand Builder has been building in Chennai for years. Their previous projects in the city are occupied and the maintenance track record is something you can actually verify by talking to residents. Casagrand Bloom is their current launch. RERA registered TN/29/Building/0134/2024. Chromepet is a mature South Chennai locality with direct connectivity to Chennai Airport (12 km), the GST Road IT corridor, and the Chromepet MRTS station. The project features a 5,000 sq ft clubhouse, a temperature-controlled swimming pool, and a landscaped roof deck. Smart home features include app-controlled lighting, video door phone, and remote access door lock as standard. Possession expected Q2 2027.

₹87.00 L – ₹1.20 Cr

Casagrand Elita

For Chennai buyers who've been tracking Mogappair for a while, Casagrand Elite represents the current entry point. Whether that price is justified is exactly what this thread is for. Mogappair's well-developed residential infrastructure and Anna Nagar proximity make this a strong choice for North Chennai families.

₹1.80 Cr – ₹3.50 Cr

Casagrand Selenia

Casagrand Selenia is an unusual format that I think deserves its own discussion thread – 221 semi-independent 3BHK row villas on 17.04 acres at Pudupakkam (near Kelambakkam). This is not an apartment, not a standalone villa – it's the row villa format that sits between the two. RERA: TN/35/Building/0345/2024. Possession December 2026 (RERA date confirmed). The specs (from casagrand.co.in): - Configuration: 3 BHK semi-independent row villas - Land per unit: 3,001–3,305 sqft - Built-up area: 2,469–2,679 sqft - Price: ₹1.72 Cr – ₹1.81 Cr For ₹1.72 Cr you get a 3001 sqft land parcel with 2469 sqft of construction – that's a rate of roughly ₹6,970/sqft on built-up or ₹5,740/sqft if you count the land area. Compared to standalone apartments on OMR at ₹6,000-7,500/sqft, the format difference matters more than the rate. What's the actual "semi-independent" format? Typically it means the villas share a party wall with the neighbour on one or both sides, like a terrace house or townhouse. You have your own entrance, garden space, and potentially a private terrace. No shared lobby, no lifts, no elevator wait. Pudupakkam is on the Kelambakkam-Vandalur corridor – between OMR and GST Road. The Kelambakkam junction IT belt, Sholinganallur, Siruseri are all accessible. 17.04 acres for 221 villas = about 77 sqft per villa which means generous spacing and road width within the community. This is very different from apartment living. Anyone who's visited or booked? How does the actual ground feel compared to the renders?

₹1.72 Cr – ₹1.81 Cr