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Cost of buying a flat in Thane
The real cost of buying a flat in Thane
On an under-construction flat in Thane, add GST of 5%, stamp duty of 7% and registration of 1% (capped at ₹30,000) to the agreement value, about 12% in all, before parking, maintenance and other developer charges.
Last updated 3 November 2026
Statutory charges in Thane
| Charge | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| GST | 5% | Under-construction, non-affordable; nil on ready homes with OC |
| Stamp duty | 7% | 5% + 1% metro cess + 1% local body levy; 6% for a woman sole owner |
| Registration | 1% | Capped at ₹30,000 |
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Worked examples: Godrej Downtown Avenue
| Home | EOI price | GST | Stamp duty | Reg. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bed Residence | ₹1.89 Cr | ₹9.45 Lakh | ₹13.23 Lakh | ₹30,000 | ₹2.12 Cr |
| 3 Bed Residence | ₹2.99 Cr | ₹14.95 Lakh | ₹20.93 Lakh | ₹30,000 | ₹3.35 Cr |
| 3 Bed Signature | ₹3.59 Cr | ₹17.95 Lakh | ₹25.13 Lakh | ₹30,000 | ₹4.02 Cr |
| 4 Bed Premium | ₹4.79 Cr | ₹23.95 Lakh | ₹33.53 Lakh | ₹30,000 | ₹5.37 Cr |
| 4 Bed Royale | ₹5.74 Cr | ₹28.70 Lakh | ₹40.18 Lakh | ₹30,000 | ₹6.43 Cr |
Indicative, on the starting EOI price; actual agreement value depends on the unit and the developer's cost sheet. Statutory rates as of 2026; confirm before you pay.
Costs beyond the statutory ones
- Car parking, floor rise, view or corner premiums
- Clubhouse, society formation, advance maintenance (often 12–24 months)
- Legal and documentation, home-loan processing fees
- Interiors and moving
Questions
Cost of buying: what buyers ask
What is the stamp duty in Thane?
7% of the agreement value: 5% stamp duty, 1% metro cess and 1% local body levy. A woman buying as sole owner gets a 1% concession (6%).
What is the GST on a flat in Thane?
5% on under-construction homes outside the affordable category, without input tax credit. There is no GST on a ready flat with an occupancy certificate.
What is the registration charge?
1% of the agreement value, capped at ₹30,000.
What other costs should I budget for?
Car parking, floor-rise and view premiums, clubhouse and society charges, advance maintenance, legal and documentation fees, home-loan processing fees, and interiors.
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