No-Brokerage PG in Kolkata - How to Save One Month’s Rent (2025 Guide)
Bina Pani Women's Co-living & PGStayJune 11, 2025
Broker fee. Two words that can wipe out a weekend getaway or the down-payment on a new laptop.
In Kolkata, standard commission is still one month’s rent up-front. The good news? You can sidestep it entirely and still land a safe, well-managed PG - if you know where to look and which questions to ask.
Why No-Brokerage Matters (Especially for Women)
Instant savings - Keep ₹8 000–₹15 000 in your pocket.
Direct communication - Discuss safety rules, curfew, and visitor policy with the actual decision-maker.
Faster resolutions - Leaky tap at 11 p.m.? Direct numbers solve it quicker than looping in an agent.
Transparency - Hidden meal or maintenance charges emerge faster when you’re talking owner-to-tenant.
Four Smart Ways to Find No-Brokerage PGs in Kolkata
Google Business Profiles Search “PG near Netaji Bhawan no brokerage.” Listings marked Owner usually mean zero commission. Call, confirm, then schedule a tour.
Portal Filters
99acres → toggle Posted by Owner
MagicBricks → choose Owner under “Posted by”
Housing.com → look for the No Brokerage tag Refresh every morning around 10 a.m. - that’s when most owners upload new slots.
College & Office WhatsApp Groups Final-year students vacating their beds often post “no-broker replacement” messages. Be polite, pay token advance only after in-person visit.
Walk-In Boards Near Metro Exits Laminated A4 sheets around Netaji Bhawan and Jatin Das Park exits advertise owner numbers. Call immediately; beds disappear by evening.
Must-Ask Questions Before You Pay a Rupee
Is the deposit fully refundable? (Ensure it’s not a disguised brokerage fee.)
What utilities are extra? (Clarify AC sub-meter, laundry, housekeeping.)
Is staff police-verified? (Ask to see the form.)
Can I read the agreement today? (Red flag if they “email later.”)
How Bina Pani Guarantees Zero Brokerage
At Bina Pani Women’s Co-living we believe savings shouldn’t come at the cost of safety or comfort.
Direct-to-resident rentals - You sign only with us, the owners.
Refundable deposit - Written clearly in your agreement.
No hidden “processing fee.” Rent covers Wi-Fi, common electricity, and housekeeping.
Transparent AC billing - Sub-meter snapshot sent on WhatsApp each month.