Koramangala is one of Bengaluru's most popular places to live: startups, colleges, cafés and good connectivity all within a few blocks. It's also full of PGs, and they vary a lot. Photos and listings rarely tell you what daily life is like.

This checklist covers what to check, what to ask, and what to look for when you visit. Take it along on every viewing!

1. Safety and security

For most women, this decides everything. Look for specifics, not general promises.

• Entry control: Is entry secured by biometric, key card or a guard, or can anyone walk in?

• CCTV: Where are the cameras (entrances, corridors, common areas)?

• Visitor policy: Are visitors logged? Are there fixed hours and designated areas?

• Women-only building: Is the whole property for women, or are floors shared?

• Staff and management: Is someone responsible on site, and can you reach them at night?

• The street outside: Visit after dark. Is it lit and active? How far is the nearest main road or auto stand?

If a PG can't answer these clearly, treat that as an answer.

2. Location and commute

Koramangala traffic is heavy, so "close" on a map can mean a long ride.

• Check the commute to your office or college at peak hours, not on a weekend.

• Note the nearest metro, bus stop and the usual auto and cab availability.

• Find the nearest pharmacy, hospital, grocery store and ATM.

• Ask about noise from nearby pubs, roads or construction, especially on weekends.

3. The room itself

Ask to see the actual room you'd get, not a model room.

• Natural light, ventilation and working windows

• Bed, mattress, wardrobe and desk quality

• Attached bathroom, water pressure and hot water

• Power backup, Wi-Fi speed (test it yourself) and charging points

• Whether you can choose between single and sharing rooms

4. Food

You'll eat here daily, so don't skip this.

• Ask for the weekly menu and which meals are included

• Check the dining area and kitchen for cleanliness

• Ask about dietary needs: vegetarian, jain, allergies

• Find out whether there's a kitchen, fridge or microwave for your own use.

5. Facilities and community

The difference between a place to sleep and a place to live.

• Laundry: washing machine access, drying space and timings

• Common areas: lounge, library, terrace, games

• Wellness: yoga or fitness options

• Parking for two- and four-wheelers, if you need it

• Housekeeping frequency and maintenance response time

[At RB Elizabeth: complimentary Wi-Fi, a library, an open terrace, board games, free yoga classes and a snack vending machine.]

6. Rules and flexibility

Every PG has rules. Make sure you can live with them.

• Curfew or entry timings, and what happens if you're late

• Visitor rules and overnight guest policy

• Notice period and lock-in terms

• Rules on cooking, music and sharing common spaces

7. Costs and paperwork

Ask for everything in writing before you pay.

• Monthly rent and what it includes (food, Wi-Fi, laundry, housekeeping)

• Security deposit amount and refund terms

• Extra charges: electricity, AC, laundry, parking, late fees

• A written rental agreement with the notice period and refund conditions

• A receipt for every payment

8. Reputation

• Read Google reviews and look for patterns, not single complaints

• Talk to current residents if possible

• See how the PG replies to bad reviews

Red flags

• Reluctance to show the real room or let you meet residents

• Pressure to pay a deposit the same day

• No written agreement or no receipts

• Vague answers on security or visitors

• Rules that change from what was promised

Questions to ask on your visit

1. Who is on site at night, and how do I reach them?

2. What exactly is included in the monthly rent?

3. What is the refund policy on the deposit?

4. What's the notice period if I leave?

5. Can I speak to a current resident?

About RB Elizabeth

RB Elizabeth is a ladies-only PG in Koramangala, Bengaluru, with CCTV monitoring, biometric building entry, attached bathrooms, three meals a day, mini kitchens, a library, terrace and free yoga classes. 

We're happy for you to compare us with other options. Come see the property, ask these questions and meet the team.

Call or WhatsApp us on 89041 97249 to book a visit. Rooms fill quickly, so you can also join our waiting list!