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A flat or a PG? What to choose in Pune?

Pune, a city located in Maharashtra is widely known for its pleasant weather, rich culture and is a popular choice for students to come and study. This modern educational hub spreads its tapestry into varied horizons like innovative research, cultural diversity, and academic excellence. 

While some people call it an ‘IT Hub’, others mention it as the ‘Oxford of India’. The city has been home to prestigious institutions like Savitribai Phule Pune University, Symbiosis, MIT, etc. attracting students from across the globe. 

If you are into crazy festivities and Bollywood dancing, this city is going to provide you with a festive extravaganza like never before. With pleasant weather and pretty sites and destinations all around, Pune is a combo pack bigger than your popcorn tub and a Pepsi in the theaters. 

In whichever way you see it, you would love to explore Pune as a student. And to live in Pune, you might want to check out a space to live, maybe a flat or a PG. Here are some pointers that can help you find your home away from home.  

What to choose? A PG or a flat?

Save more money, and stay in PG!

If you are in a dilemma of what to choose and why? Here’s how your life would be in a PG in Pune. Talking about PGs, there are an infinite number of areas that are decent with appealing surroundings. Living in PGs is preferred by a lot of students since there is a lot to consider when you are still studying. From managing the monthly budgets to saving a bit for your own pocket and not regretting the spending (kidding), there are a number of things to think about. PGs come with a common kitchen, washing areas, food services and nowadays a lounge-like entertainment because ye dil maange more. All in all, you save money while catering to all the requirements.

An apartment for me, please; space is everything

Not to drag you to flats, but that is also an option. If you are someone who is a big-time introvert (or not!) and values a tad bit more privacy, rental apartments in Pune are just the right pick for you. Located in different housing and cooperative societies in areas like Kondhwa, Vadgaon, Dhankawadi, etc these flats are surely going to make you feel at home. Flats usually tend to become slightly heavier on the pocket but your pick is the final one! 

Accommodation in hostels too can be a feasible option, however, these days students do prefer a more liberal atmosphere for themselves and might want to weigh out the previous options. 

Safety is always a primary concern while checking out a PG or a flat. And PG in Pune or flats are well equipped to keep you safe. Keeping in mind your day-to-day needs of groceries or essentials, these rentals have everything nearby.

Making the choice easier

If you are opting for PG in Pune, you are signing up for social interactions, getting to know people from diverse backgrounds, and making conversations. But at the same time, there are house rules in PGs that need to be taken care of. Certain restrictions come on your way when you decide to live in a shared space. Privacy becomes a concern too. The duration of staying in a PG and living preferences also need to be weighed out.

On the other hand, flats come with the independence of living in your own space, having full privacy, and becoming costlier than the PG. However, since you would be living by yourself in a flat, many things might turn out to be a concern for you as a student and can seem hectic. 

In short, if you are someone who loves to indulge in communities, you are up for a treat in a PG. Your choices can be easier if you check out nearby student communities or clubs and cafes. And pick the area that suits the best for you. 

Affordability and Adorability

In a beautiful educational hub like Pune, affording and adoring come in sync. With a variety of options for accommodations, everybody can rent a living space that they dream of, with their preferences and requirements. Affordable rentals can now be of your own dreams and choices too. And why not? While you come here to explore this beauty of Maharashtra and to pursue your dreams, accommodation of your dreams is a must too. Pune is one of the safest cities in the country. In fact, its utmost safety and privacy allow you to be stress-free and pursue other interests in a fun and amazing environment. The amenities and daily services like laundry, food, cleaning, etc are taken care of in a hassle-free manner.

Co-living in Pune can be a lot more fun than you think!

Yes! You got that right. Now, if you want to try out shared spaces, be it a flat or a PG, you have all the freedom to choose the life you want to live with stanza living. Additionally, if you live in the neighboring areas such as Viman Nagar, Wagholi, etc of Pune you get a panorama of options as weekend getaways or even a picnic. If at all you are looking for a serene change from the monotonous routine, you can always go sit in a park and leisurely read a book or just sync in the tunes of chirping birds. And if you are a history geek, this city is all that you were looking for. It reeks of the rich history of the Marathas and you would not be disappointed to see the architecture. 

Pune also has a vibrant social life and it thrives with young people. Balancing studies and having fun is what you can do while being a student in Pune. It can come as a challenge to initially adapt to the city’s lifestyle, but you’ll get there!

Whether you want to live in a PG and catch the fun of meeting new people and explore co-living or you want to try renting a flat or an apartment in Pune and see how it makes you feel (definitely liberated!), you will not be disappointed, that is a promise! (yeh vaada raha)

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