Carpet area is the usable floor area inside your walls, and RERA requires flats to be sold on it. Built-up area adds walls and balconies; super built-up adds a share of common areas. A flat that sounds bigger on super built-up area can have less carpet area, so always compare carpet area and room dimensions.
The three measures
| Measure | Includes | Use it for |
|---|---|---|
| Carpet area (RERA) | Net usable area inside walls, excluding external walls, shafts, exclusive balcony and terrace | Comparing homes |
| Built-up area | Carpet plus walls, often balconies | Rarely useful |
| Super built-up area | Built-up plus a share of lobbies, lifts, clubhouse | Older listings; avoid for comparison |
A fair size comparison
- Compare carpet area, then room dimensions on the approved plan.
- Divide the all-in price by carpet area for price per usable sq ft.
- Note balconies and decks separately; they add use but not carpet area.
- Check the third bedroom's size, not just the count.
Godrej Elanor's sizes in context
Elanor's 3 BHK Premium is 1,270 to 1,280 sq ft and Luxe 1,310 to 1,320 sq ft of carpet area. When another project quotes a larger number, ask whether it is carpet area. How to read Elanor's floor plans.
How this applies to Godrej Elanor
- MahaRERA PR1260002602617; Godrej Properties Ltd is the promoter. Proposed completion 30 Sep 2032.
- 3 BHK Premium 1,270 to 1,280 sq ft and Luxe 1,310 to 1,320 sq ft carpet; indicative ₹1.90 to 2.09 crore all-in (sales team, 12 Nov 2026; confirm on the official cost sheet).
- Nande–Balewadi Road, in the Mahalunge corridor between Baner–Balewadi and Hinjewadi Phase 1.
Frequently asked questions
What is carpet area under RERA?
The net usable floor area inside the apartment walls, excluding external walls, service shafts, the exclusive balcony and terrace.
Is super built-up area allowed under RERA?
Flats must be sold on carpet area under RERA. Super built-up figures may appear in marketing but should not be the basis of price.