Arvind Aqua City vs Arvind Iconia
Side-by-side comparison of price, possession, size, density, RERA registration, amenities and connectivity for two projects in Ahmedabad.
Quick answer
Both projects are in Ahmedabad. Arvind Aqua City has the lowest entry price, from ₹47 L, against Arvind Iconia at ₹3.16 Cr. Arvind Aqua City is due first, with possession in Dec 2028; Arvind Iconia in May 2031 follows. Arvind Aqua City sits on the largest site, at 500 acres.
Key specs side by side
| Feature | Arvind Aqua City | Arvind Iconia |
|---|---|---|
| Developer | Arvind SmartSpaces | Arvind SmartSpaces |
| Location | Kalyangadh, Bavla, Ahmedabad | Vastrapur, Ahmedabad |
| Starting price | ₹47 Lakh OnwardsLowest | ₹3.16 Cr Onwards |
| Configurations | Plots and 5 BHK Villas | 3 and 4 BHK |
| Unit sizes | 403–9,423 sq ft | 1,237–1,832 sq ft |
| Site area | Over 500 AcresLargest | 1.15 Acres |
| Homes | — | 122 Units |
| Density | — | ~106 homes/acre |
| Possession | Dec 2028Earliest | May 2031 |
| Status | Under Construction | Under Construction |
| Availability | Available | Available |
| Project type | Integrated Township | Standalone Project |
| RERA | — | PR/GJ/AHMEDABAD/AMC/RAA17172/230726/310531 |
| Amenities listed | 25 | 21 |
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 Arvind Aqua City if…
- you want the lowest entry price
- you want to move in soonest
- you want the biggest site and open space
Choose Arvind Iconia if…
- you value this: rERA carpet area is stated for every typology, so the 3 Bed carries 1,237.75 Sq.Ft. and the 4 Bed 1,662.72 Sq.Ft. as fixed figures a buyer can hold the agreement to
- you are looking for 3 and 4 BHK
Price list comparison
Arvind Aqua City
| Unit | Size | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Plot | 403 Sq.Yd. / 3,627 Sq.Ft. | ₹47 Lakh Onwards |
| Plot | 627 Sq.Yd. / 5,643 Sq.Ft. | On Request |
| Plot | 785 Sq.Yd. / 7,065 Sq.Ft. | On Request |
| Plot | 1,047 Sq.Yd. / 9,423 Sq.Ft. | On Request |
| 5 BHK Water Villa | On Request | On Request |
Arvind Iconia
| Unit | Size | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3 BHK | 1237.75 Sq.Ft. RERA Carpet / 1338.83 Sq.Ft. Quoted | ₹3.16 Cr Onwards |
| 4 BHK | 1662.72 Sq.Ft. RERA Carpet / 1832.47 Sq.Ft. Quoted | On Request |
Amenities compared
| Amenity | Arvind Aqua City | Arvind Iconia |
|---|---|---|
| The Central Lake | ✓ | — |
| Isle of Leisure | ✓ | — |
| Isle of Nirvana | ✓ | — |
| Isle of Holistay | ✓ | — |
| Kashi Ghat | ✓ | — |
| 18 Hole Golf Course | ✓ | — |
| Lily Pond | ✓ | — |
| Outdoor Gym | ✓ | — |
| Tennis Court | ✓ | — |
| Multipurpose Court | ✓ | — |
| Party Lawn | ✓ | — |
| Banquet Hall | ✓ | — |
| Poolside Cafe and Restaurant | ✓ | — |
| Swimming Pool and Kids Pool | ✓ | — |
| Steam and Sauna | ✓ | — |
| Creche | ✓ | — |
| Theatre Room | ✓ | — |
| Conference Room and Business Center | ✓ | — |
| Monogram Lounge | ✓ | — |
| Spa and Wellness Centre | ✓ | — |
| Kids Play Area | ✓ | — |
| Covered Gazebo | ✓ | — |
| Library | ✓ | — |
| Disco | ✓ | — |
| EV Charging | ✓ | — |
| Swimming Pool with Waterfall | — | ✓ |
| Zen Garden | — | ✓ |
| Amphitheatre | — | ✓ |
| Jogging Track | — | ✓ |
| Yoga Deck | — | ✓ |
Showing the 30 most common of 46 amenities across these projects. "—" means the developer has not listed it.
Location and connectivity
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Pros and cons
Arvind Aqua City
Pros
- A plot is sold on its own land area, so there is no loading, no super built-up definition and no gap between the area paid for and the area owned. What is measured on the ground is what appears on the sale deed.
- At ₹47 Lakh for 403 square yards the entry land rate works out near ₹11,663 per square yard, which is about ₹1,296 per square foot of freehold land.
- Four plot sizes from 403 to 1,047 square yards let a buyer size the ticket to the budget rather than accept a fixed apartment area.
- The buyer controls the build. A plot can be held as land and constructed later, which suits a second home bought ahead of the need for it.
Cons
- Kalyangadh is about an hour from central Ahmedabad, so this reads as a weekend and second home address rather than a daily commute base.
- 68 of the 500 acres go to the lake and the golf course before roads, islands and the clubhouse are counted, and that land is funded through the plot rate and carried afterwards through maintenance.
- A lake, a golf course and a resort are expensive things to run. Recurring maintenance on an estate like this is structurally higher than on a plain plotted scheme, and it lands on the plot owner whether or not the plot is built on.
- Nothing meaningful sits within walking distance. Schools, hospitals and shopping all involve a drive out to the highway.
Arvind Iconia
Pros
- RERA carpet area is stated for every typology, so the 3 Bed carries 1,237.75 Sq.Ft. and the 4 Bed 1,662.72 Sq.Ft. as fixed figures a buyer can hold the agreement to.
- Pricing is set on carpet plus balcony and utility rather than on a super built-up area, which leaves a gap of roughly 8 per cent on the 3 Bed and 10 per cent on the 4 Bed between what is paid for and what is walked on.
- Vastrapur is a finished neighbourhood rather than a growth corridor, so the lake, IIM Ahmedabad, Gujarat University and Nexus Ahmedabad One are already in daily reach.
- Gurukul Road on the operational Blue Line puts a working metro roughly 2 km away, which is uncommon for a plot this central.
Cons
- 122 homes on 1.15 acres is a dense urban footprint, so the open space is a designed podium and garden rather than a large land parcel.
- Entry pricing works out near ₹25,530 per Sq.Ft. of carpet, which places Iconia at the very top of the Ahmedabad market and narrows the resale pool.
- The RERA registration runs to 31 May 2031, a long horizon for capital committed at launch.
- Only two floor plates are offered, so a buyer who wants a different layout or a smaller home has no alternative within the project.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Arvind Aqua City or Arvind Iconia?
Arvind Aqua City is cheaper to get into. Arvind Aqua City starts at ₹47 L; Arvind Iconia starts at ₹3.16 Cr. Taxes, registration and other charges are extra.
Which project will be ready first?
Arvind Aqua City is scheduled to be ready first. RERA possession dates: Arvind Aqua City: Dec 2028; Arvind Iconia: May 2031.
Which project is bigger?
Arvind Aqua City has the largest site. Arvind Aqua City: Over 500 Acres; Arvind Iconia: 1.15 Acres, 122 Units.
Are Arvind Aqua City and Arvind Iconia RERA registered?
Arvind Aqua City has no RERA number listed yet. Arvind Iconia is registered under PR/GJ/AHMEDABAD/AMC/RAA17172/230726/310531.
Who are the developers?
Arvind Aqua City is by Arvind SmartSpaces; Arvind Iconia is by Arvind SmartSpaces.
Which project has more amenities?
Arvind Aqua City lists the most. Arvind Aqua City lists 25 amenities; Arvind Iconia lists 21 amenities.
What configurations do they offer?
Arvind Aqua City offers Plots and 5 BHK Villas; Arvind Iconia offers 3 and 4 BHK.
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