42 Estates Codename Light of South vs Purva Celestial
Side-by-side comparison of price, possession, size, density, RERA registration, amenities and connectivity for two projects in Bengaluru.
Quick answer
Both projects are in Bengaluru. Purva Celestial has the lowest entry price, from ₹1.01 Cr, against 42 Estates Codename Light of South at ₹2.02 Cr. Purva Celestial is due first, with possession in 30 June 2027; 42 Estates Codename Light of South in March 2029 follows.
Key specs side by side
| Feature | 42 Estates Codename Light of South | Purva Celestial |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | 42 Estates | Puravankara Limited |
| Location | JP Nagar 9th Phase, Bengaluru | International Airport Road, North Bengaluru |
| Starting price | ₹2.02 Cr Onwards | ₹1.01 Cr OnwardsLowest |
| Configurations | 3 BHK & Penthouses | 2 & 3 BHK Apartments |
| Unit sizes | 1,778–3,200 sq ft | — |
| Site area | — | 10 Acres |
| Homes | 112 Homes | 4 Towers, G+13 |
| Possession | March 2029 | 30 June 2027Earliest |
| Status | Pre-Launch | Under Construction |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Project type | Gated Community | Gated Community |
| RERA | Applied | PRM/KA/RERA/1251/309/PR/071022/005303 |
| Amenities listed | 10 | 23 |
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 value this: only four homes per floor, every one of them a corner unit
- you are looking for 3 BHK & Penthouses
Choose Purva Celestial if…
- you want the lowest entry price
- you want to move in soonest
- amenities matter most to you
Price list comparison
42 Estates Codename Light of South
| Unit | Size | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3 BHK + 3T | 1,778 Sq.Ft. | ₹2.02 Cr Onwards |
| 3 BHK + 3T | 1,865 Sq.Ft. | ₹2.15 Cr Onwards |
| 3 BHK + 3T | 1,898 Sq.Ft. | ₹2.16 Cr Onwards |
| 3 BHK + 3T | 1,915 Sq.Ft. | ₹2.21 Cr Onwards |
| 4 BHK Penthouse | 2,906 – 3,200 Sq.Ft. | On Request |
Purva Celestial
| Unit | Size | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2 BHK | On Request | ₹1.01 Cr Onwards |
| 3 BHK | On Request | On Request |
Amenities compared
| Amenity | 42 Estates Codename Light of South | Purva Celestial |
|---|---|---|
| Gymnasium | ✓ | ✓ |
| Kids Play Area | ✓ | ✓ |
| Landscaped Gardens | ✓ | ✓ |
| Clubhouse | ✓ | — |
| Podium Swimming Pool | ✓ | — |
| Suspended Podium Park | ✓ | — |
| Indoor Games Room | ✓ | — |
| Multipurpose Hall | ✓ | — |
| Pedestrian Pathways | ✓ | — |
| Leisure Zones | ✓ | — |
| Oxygenated Clubhouse | — | ✓ |
| Swimming Pool | — | ✓ |
| Amphitheatre | — | ✓ |
| Tennis Court | — | ✓ |
| Half-Basketball Court | — | ✓ |
| Multipurpose Games Court | — | ✓ |
| Cricket Practice Pitch | — | ✓ |
| Yoga Space | — | ✓ |
| Jogging Track | — | ✓ |
| Miyawaki Mini Forest | — | ✓ |
| Water Cascades | — | ✓ |
| Nature Biomes | — | ✓ |
| Tropical Landscaping | — | ✓ |
| BluNex Voice-Enabled Home Automation | — | ✓ |
| Smart Lighting Control | — | ✓ |
| Smart Security and Access Control | — | ✓ |
| Energy Management System | — | ✓ |
| 24x7 Security | — | ✓ |
| Power Backup | — | ✓ |
| Covered Parking | — | ✓ |
Location and connectivity
| Nearby | 42 Estates Codename Light of South | Purva Celestial |
|---|---|---|
| Transport |
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| Education |
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| Healthcare |
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| Shopping |
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| Recreation |
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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
Purva Celestial
Pros
- Kempegowda International Airport is 12.5 km by derived road distance
- Entry pricing of ₹1.01 Cr is accessible for the airport corridor
- BluNex voice-enabled home automation included in the homes
- Part of a larger 150-acre township with shared infrastructure
Cons
- Manyata Tech Park at 14.8 km and MG Road at 25.1 km are real commutes
- Airport corridor social infrastructure is still forming outside Yelahanka
- Amenity ownership between project and township needs clarifying
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, 42 Estates Codename Light of South or Purva Celestial?
Purva Celestial is cheaper to get into. 42 Estates Codename Light of South starts at ₹2.02 Cr; Purva Celestial starts at ₹1.01 Cr. Taxes, registration and other charges are extra.
Which project will be ready first?
Purva Celestial is scheduled to be ready first. RERA possession dates: 42 Estates Codename Light of South: March 2029; Purva Celestial: 30 June 2027.
Which project is bigger?
42 Estates Codename Light of South: 112 Homes; Purva Celestial: 10 Acres, 4 Towers, G+13.
Are 42 Estates Codename Light of South and Purva Celestial RERA registered?
42 Estates Codename Light of South has RERA status: Applied. Purva Celestial is registered under PRM/KA/RERA/1251/309/PR/071022/005303.
Who are the developers?
42 Estates Codename Light of South is by 42 Estates; Purva Celestial is by Puravankara Limited.
Which project has more amenities?
Purva Celestial lists the most. 42 Estates Codename Light of South lists 10 amenities; Purva Celestial lists 23 amenities.
What configurations do they offer?
42 Estates Codename Light of South offers 3 BHK & Penthouses; Purva Celestial offers 2 & 3 BHK Apartments.
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