The costing for Escala in Kharadi prices offices per square foot of saleable area, adds a charge for parking and infrastructure, and then stamp duty and fees. This guide works through each line so you can see the real cost per square foot of carpet.
Figures come from the developer's "Escala Costing 2026" sheet; per-sq-ft figures are our calculations.
In short: offices cost ₹13,000 per sq ft of saleable area plus ₹1,000 per sq ft for parking and infrastructure. Since saleable area is 1.5 times the carpet, that is about ₹21,000 per sq ft of carpet. Add 7% stamp duty, ₹30,000 registration and ₹15,000 legal fees, plus a maintenance deposit.
The costing, line by line
| Unit 201 | Units 207 to 607 | Unit 302 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carpet area | 1,171 sq ft | 1,557 sq ft | 2,133 sq ft |
| Saleable area | 1,757 sq ft | 2,336 sq ft | 3,200 sq ft |
| Parking | 1 car, 2 two-wheelers | 1 car, 2 two-wheelers | 2 cars, 4 two-wheelers |
| Agreement value | ₹2,28,41,000 | ₹3,03,68,000 | ₹4,16,00,000 |
| Parking and infrastructure | ₹17,57,000 | ₹23,36,000 | ₹32,00,000 |
| Total agreement value | ₹2,45,98,000 | ₹3,27,04,000 | ₹4,48,00,000 |
| Stamp duty (7%) | ₹17,21,860 | ₹22,89,280 | ₹31,36,000 |
| Registration and legal fees | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 |
| Total | ₹2,63,64,860 | ₹3,50,38,280 | ₹4,79,81,000 |
| Maintenance deposit (ad hoc) | ₹2,92,750 | ₹3,89,250 | ₹5,33,250 |
Saleable versus carpet
The sheet's rate, ₹13,000 per sq ft, is per square foot of saleable area, which is 1.5 times the carpet. Per square foot of carpet, the agreement value is about ₹19,500, and about ₹21,000 with parking and infrastructure. When you compare Escala with other office projects, compare on carpet area, which is what MahaRERA requires the agreement to record.
No GST?
Under-construction commercial property normally attracts GST. The costing shows none, which usually means the building has its completion certificate; MahaRERA's proposed completion date was 31 March 2026. Confirm with the developer before relying on it, since GST would add significantly to the cost.
The 899 sq ft offices
Four offices on each typical floor are 899 sq ft of carpet, but they are not on the current costing. At the same rates they would be about ₹1.89 crore including parking and infrastructure, by our calculation. Ask for a written quote.
Paying for it
Banks finance commercial property on different terms from homes, usually with lower loan-to-value ratios and higher rates. Ask your bank about a loan against the agreement value, and budget for stamp duty and the maintenance deposit from your own funds.
For the building, read our Escala review; for the layouts, our floor plan guide; and for the area, our Kharadi guide. Check the registration with our MahaRERA checklist. The project is by Shroff Group and RHS Developments.
Escala prices: frequently asked questions
What is the rate per sq ft at Escala?
₹13,000 per sq ft of saleable area plus ₹1,000 for parking and infrastructure, about ₹21,000 per sq ft of carpet.
What is the total cost of a 1,171 sq ft office?
About ₹2.64 crore including stamp duty, registration and legal fees, plus a ₹2.93 lakh maintenance deposit.
Is parking included?
Yes, through the parking and infrastructure charge: one or two cars depending on the office.
Is GST charged?
Not on the current costing; confirm whether the building has its completion certificate.
How much is stamp duty?
7% of the total agreement value.
What about the 899 sq ft offices?
Not on the current costing; about ₹1.89 crore at the same rates, by our calculation.
