42 Estates Codename Light of South vs Brigade Lumina

Side-by-side comparison of price, possession, size, density, RERA registration, amenities and connectivity for two projects in Bengaluru.

Data from each project page on BookNewProperty, last updated 1 Nov 2026.

For the full price list, floor plans, RERA details and our review of each project, see 42 Estates Codename Light of South and Brigade Lumina.

Quick answer

Both projects are in Bengaluru. Brigade Lumina has the lowest entry price, from ₹1.2 Cr, against 42 Estates Codename Light of South at ₹2.02 Cr. 42 Estates Codename Light of South is due first, with possession in March 2029; Brigade Lumina in Dec 2030 follows.

Key specs side by side

Feature42 Estates Codename Light of SouthBrigade Lumina
Developer42 EstatesBrigade Group
LocationJP Nagar 9th Phase, BengaluruTumkur Road, Bengaluru
Starting price₹2.02 Cr Onwards₹1.20 Cr OnwardsLowest
Configurations3 BHK & Penthouses2 & 3 BHK
Unit sizes1,778–3,200 sq ft1,090–1,815 sq ft
Price per sq ft—₹13,800
Site area—4 Acres
Homes112 Homes416 Units
Density—~104 homes/acre
PossessionMarch 2029EarliestDec 2030
StatusPre-LaunchUnder Construction
AvailabilityAvailableAvailable
Project typeGated CommunityStandalone Project
RERAAppliedPRM/KA/RERA/1251/309/PR/230326/008545
Payment plan—Construction Linked Plan
Amenities listed107

Prices are base prices from each project's latest price list; GST, registration and other charges are extra. Density is homes per acre of site area.

Which should you choose?

Choose 42 Estates Codename Light of South if…

  • you want to move in soonest
  • amenities matter most to you
  • you are looking for 3 BHK & Penthouses

Full 42 Estates Codename Light of South review →

Choose Brigade Lumina if…

  • you want the lowest entry price
  • you are looking for 2 & 3 BHK

Full Brigade Lumina review →

Price list comparison

42 Estates Codename Light of South

UnitSizePrice
3 BHK + 3T1,778 Sq.Ft.₹2.02 Cr Onwards
3 BHK + 3T1,865 Sq.Ft.₹2.15 Cr Onwards
3 BHK + 3T1,898 Sq.Ft.₹2.16 Cr Onwards
3 BHK + 3T1,915 Sq.Ft.₹2.21 Cr Onwards
4 BHK Penthouse2,906 – 3,200 Sq.Ft.On Request

Brigade Lumina

UnitSizePrice
2 BHK + 2 Toilet1,090 – 1,150 sq. ft.₹1.20 Cr Onwards
3 BHK + 2T1,440 – 1,520 sq. ft.₹1.60 Cr Onwards
3 BHK + 3T1,770 – 1,815 sq. ft.₹1.80 Cr Onwards

Amenities compared

Amenity42 Estates Codename Light of SouthBrigade Lumina
Clubhouse✓✓
Podium Swimming Pool✓—
Suspended Podium Park✓—
Gymnasium✓—
Indoor Games Room✓—
Multipurpose Hall✓—
Kids Play Area✓—
Pedestrian Pathways✓—
Leisure Zones✓—
Landscaped Gardens✓—
Community Hall—✓
Outdoor Sports facility—✓
Indoor Sports facility—✓
Swimming Pool—✓
Gym—✓
Parks—✓

Location and connectivity

Nearby42 Estates Codename Light of SouthBrigade Lumina
Transport
  • Doddakallasandra Metro Station – 3.1 km
  • Thalagattapura Metro Station – 4.5 km
  • Jaya Prakash Nagar Metro Station – 5.4 km
  • Metro Stations: * Chikkabidarakallu (JIDL): Approximately 600m away (Green Line). Manjunatha Nagara: 450m – 1.8 km.
  • Madavara (BIEC): Terminus station located roughly 2.5 km away.
  • Nagasandra: ~2.7 km away.
Education
  • Jnanajyothi HPS Nekarara Colony – 4.7 km
  • Carmel Academy – 5.8 km
  • The Oxford College of Hotel Management – 7.1 km
  • Vagdevi Vilas School: ~2.05 km.
  • Harsha International Public School: Located in the Nelamangala vicinity.
  • Schoenstatt St. Mary’s High School: Situated nearby in Chikkabidarakallu.
Healthcare
  • Yogananda Multi Speciality Hospital – 7.4 km
  • Gunasheela Surgical and Maternity Hospital – 9.4 km
  • Abhay Vasishtha Hospital: ~820 meters.
  • Shri Ram Hospital: ~840 meters.
  • Prithal Sonali Hospital: ~1.5 km.
Shopping
  • Centro Mall – 6.9 km
  • Royal Mart Supermarket – 7.2 km
  • Happy Pockets Supermarket – 7.7 km
  • Rockline Mall: ~2.36 km.
  • IKEA Nagasandra: Large-scale retail destination located nearby.
Recreation
  • BBMP Panduranga Park – 6.3 km
  • Bhagat Singh Park – 8.8 km
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Work Hubs—
  • Industrial Zones: Close to the Peenya Industrial Area, one of the largest industrial hubs in Southeast Asia.
  • BIEC: The Bangalore International Exhibition Centre is a major business landmark nearby.
Infrastructure—
  • Nelamangala Toll Plaza: A major arterial landmark situated immediately before the project on Tumkur Road.
  • NICE Road Junction: Provides high-speed expressway connectivity to Electronic City, Kanakapura Road, and Mysore Road.
  • NH-48 (Tumkur Road): The primary 10-lane national highway corridor that the project directly fronts.

Pros and cons

42 Estates Codename Light of South

Pros

  • Only four homes per floor, every one of them a corner unit
  • Two balconies and two covered car parks with every home
  • About 70 percent of the site kept open, with a podium park
  • Doddakallasandra Green Line metro station is about 3 km away

Cons

  • Only 112 homes, so the amenity list is modest next to larger gated projects
  • Opposite the RTO, the approach road sees heavy daytime traffic
  • The developer has only two completed projects to judge on
  • At about ₹11,360 per Sq.Ft., pricing sits at the top end for JP Nagar 9th Phase

Brigade Lumina

Pros

  • Strategic Connectivity: Located directly on NH-48 and close to the NICE Road junction, providing seamless access to both the industrial hubs of Peenya and the IT corridors of South Bengaluru.
  • Proximity to Metro: Within walking distance (approx. 600m) of the Chikkabidarakallu (JIDL) Metro Station, which significantly enhances rental yield and resale value.
  • High Open Space Ratio: 13,229 Sq.m. of the 16,076 Sq.m. total area is dedicated to open spaces, a rare feature for projects in this high-traffic industrial-residential corridor.
  • Reputation & Trust: Being a Brigade Group project, it carries high trust regarding construction quality, legal clearances, and professional property management post-possession.

Cons

  • Traffic Congestion: While connectivity is excellent, the Nelamangala Toll area is prone to heavy heavy-vehicle traffic and peak-hour bottlenecks.
  • Industrial Proximity: Being close to the Peenya Industrial Area may lead to higher noise levels and air quality concerns compared to purely residential suburbs like Sarjapur or North Bangalore.
  • Long-Term Horizon: With a proposed completion date of December 2030, this is a long-term commitment and may not suit buyers looking for immediate move-in options.
  • Premium Pricing: As a branded developer project, the entry price is higher than smaller local developments in the same vicinity.

Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, 42 Estates Codename Light of South or Brigade Lumina?

Brigade Lumina is cheaper to get into. 42 Estates Codename Light of South starts at ₹2.02 Cr; Brigade Lumina starts at ₹1.2 Cr. Taxes, registration and other charges are extra.

Which project will be ready first?

42 Estates Codename Light of South is scheduled to be ready first. RERA possession dates: 42 Estates Codename Light of South: March 2029; Brigade Lumina: Dec 2030.

Which project is bigger?

42 Estates Codename Light of South: 112 Homes; Brigade Lumina: 4 Acres, 416 Units.

Are 42 Estates Codename Light of South and Brigade Lumina RERA registered?

42 Estates Codename Light of South has RERA status: Applied. Brigade Lumina is registered under PRM/KA/RERA/1251/309/PR/230326/008545.

Who are the developers?

42 Estates Codename Light of South is by 42 Estates; Brigade Lumina is by Brigade Group.

Which project has more amenities?

42 Estates Codename Light of South lists the most. 42 Estates Codename Light of South lists 10 amenities; Brigade Lumina lists 7 amenities.

What configurations do they offer?

42 Estates Codename Light of South offers 3 BHK & Penthouses; Brigade Lumina offers 2 & 3 BHK.

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