Maintenance charges in Gurgaon apartments are one of the most important ongoing costs of owning a home. They pay for security, cleaning, gardens, lifts, common electricity, amenities and staff, and they continue for as long as you own the flat. Two apartments with similar prices can have very different monthly charges.
This guide explains how maintenance charges are calculated, what they usually cover and what buyers should compare before booking.
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How maintenance charges are calculated
Most societies charge maintenance per square foot of area, often super area, each month. Some charge a fixed amount per flat. Power backup is often billed separately, based on usage or a fixed load. Ask exactly how charges are calculated and on which area.
What maintenance usually covers
| Item | Typically covered |
|---|---|
| Security | Guards, CCTV, access control |
| Housekeeping | Cleaning of common areas |
| Gardens and landscaping | Upkeep of green areas |
| Lifts | Maintenance and electricity |
| Common electricity and water | Lighting, pumps, common facilities |
| Amenities | Clubhouse, pool, gym upkeep |
| Staff | Facility management team |
What may be extra
- Power backup charges
- Club membership or usage fees
- Water charges in some societies
- Sinking fund contributions
- Special levies for major repairs
Sinking funds and special levies
A sinking fund is money set aside for major future repairs, such as lift replacement or facade work. A healthy sinking fund reduces the risk of large special levies. Ask about the fund’s size and whether levies have been charged recently.
Ask for real bills
Ask us for recent maintenance and power backup bills for each apartment you like.
Developer-managed or resident-managed
New projects are often managed by the developer’s maintenance agency at first, then handed to a residents’ association. Charges and service quality can change after handover. Ask about the current arrangement and plans.
Maintenance deposits in new projects
Developers may collect interest-free maintenance security deposits or advance maintenance at possession. Ask how much, whether it is refundable and how it will be transferred to the residents’ association.
Comparing projects
Compare charges per square foot, what is included, power backup billing, the sinking fund and service quality. A slightly higher charge in a well-run society may be better value than a low charge with poor upkeep.
Amenity-rich projects
Projects with large clubhouses, pools and extensive grounds usually charge more. Decide which amenities you will use before paying for them every month.
Older societies
Older societies may charge less but need more repairs. Ask about recent and planned upgrades and levies.
Checking dues on resales
For resales, confirm that the seller has cleared all dues and obtain a no-dues certificate from the society before registration.
Questions to ask
- How are maintenance charges calculated, and on which area?
- What do they cover?
- How is power backup billed?
- How large is the sinking fund?
- Have there been recent special levies?
Budgeting for maintenance
Include maintenance in your monthly budget alongside EMI, property tax, insurance and utilities. Over ten years, maintenance can add up to a significant sum.
Who this guide suits
It suits buyers comparing projects, first-time buyers and anyone planning long-term ownership costs.
Maintenance and property value
Well-maintained societies tend to keep buildings, lifts and common areas in good condition, which supports buyer interest when you sell. Poorly maintained societies can look tired quickly, even if charges are low.
How to read a maintenance bill
A maintenance bill should list the rate, the area it is charged on, power backup charges, any arrears and other items. Ask the seller for several recent bills to see whether charges have changed.
Annual increases
Many societies revise charges each year to keep pace with staff wages, electricity and repairs. Ask how often charges have risen and by how much.
Residents’ association accounts
Ask whether the association publishes annual accounts and holds general meetings. Transparent accounts are a sign of good governance.
Tenants and maintenance
If you rent out the flat, maintenance is usually paid by the owner unless agreed otherwise in the lease. Check how this affects your rental returns.
Facility management quality
The facility management company runs daily operations. Ask which company manages the society, how long it has been there and how residents rate its service.
Charges during vacancy
Maintenance is payable even when a flat is empty. Investors should budget for it during vacant months between tenants.
Read more
Explore our guides to the total cost of buying a flat, verifying maintenance dues on a resale and apartments with clubhouse, gym and pool. Our property management services page explains how we can help owners.
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Frequently asked questions
How are maintenance charges calculated in Gurgaon?
Usually per square foot of area each month, sometimes as a fixed amount per flat.
What does maintenance cover?
Security, housekeeping, gardens, lifts, common utilities, amenities and staff.
What may be charged extra?
Power backup, club fees, water, sinking fund contributions and special levies.
What is a sinking fund?
Money set aside for major future repairs, reducing the risk of special levies.
Do charges change after handover?
They can, when a residents' association takes over from the developer.
What are maintenance deposits?
Deposits or advance maintenance collected at possession in new projects.
Are higher charges always worse?
Not if they reflect better service and upkeep.
Do amenity-rich projects cost more?
Usually yes.
How do I check dues on a resale?
Obtain a no-dues certificate from the society before registration.
Can you compare maintenance charges?
Yes, with what they cover and recent bills.
How often do maintenance charges rise?
Many societies revise them annually. Ask how often and by how much they have risen.
Who pays maintenance when a flat is rented?
Usually the owner, unless the lease says otherwise.
Should a society publish accounts?
Yes. Annual accounts and general meetings are signs of good governance.
Who runs daily maintenance in a society?
Usually a facility management company. Ask which one and how residents rate it.
Are maintenance charges negotiable?
Not individually, but residents influence charges through the association.
Do I pay maintenance on an empty flat?
Yes. Maintenance is usually payable whether or not the flat is occupied.
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