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Why Price per Square Foot Can Mislead You

The comparison metric is useful only when area basis, condition and micro-location match.

Why Price per Square Foot Can Mislead You

A price-per-square-foot number looks precise, but precision is not the same as accuracy. Different area definitions alone can distort the comparison.

Match the denominator

Carpet, built-up and plot area figures should not be mixed in one comparison.

Adjust for condition

Floor level, access, parking, age, renovation and title confidence can move value significantly.

Use a range

A reasoned range is usually more honest than one universal rate for an entire colony.

What to remember

  • Compare like with like.
  • Record the area definition.
  • Treat online rates as starting evidence.

Good real-estate decisions begin with clear information, local context and documents that can be verified.

Demo editorial content: replace the examples, figures and observations with reviewed SANKUPRA reporting before public promotion.

Sources & references

  1. SANKUPRA field observations — demo reference
  2. Replace with the relevant government, bank, RERA or market source before launch

Data checked: 2026-09-01