In a time when the price of everything skyrockets with the introduction of each new national budget, finding affordable and quality living space is essential. In this article, we’ll look at one such locality that is economical and has everything a balanced lifestyle needs at an arm’s length. Located at the edge of Rampura, lies Banasree, a place that is synonymous with affordable living and community. Banasree turned from sparsely inhabited to a booming real estate area within the span of two decades. The Banasree Welfare Association, which is comprised of the property owners, make the community a great place to live. Today, it is an area that offers its residents, among other things, stylish housing, decent healthcare centers, prestigious educational institutions, safety and security, and of course, close-knit community.
Living in Banasree has its perk. Let’s take a closer look.
Move Within and Out of the City
Banasree holds a unique position in Dhaka. With Hatirjheel being just on the other side of the road, residents of Banasree can swiftly travel to any part of the city. Whether it’s Gulshan, Mirpur, Motijheel or Dhanmondi, none of it is too far away from Banasree. The recent development of flyovers made it even simpler. Furthermore, people can also use the Staff-Quarter road to bypass the common traffic junctions and exit Dhaka through Narayanganj. Both of these are possible even with being so close to Dhaka’s center.
Modern Medical Facilities in Banasree
One of the essential characteristics of a good community is having modern medical centers close at hand. They are the last defense in an emergency situation. Banasree dwellers have no complaints in that regard. Hospitals such as American International Hospital and Al-Raji Islamia are well within the boundary of the area. Both of which can be reached from any part of Banasree within 10 minutes. They can tackle almost any emergencies at a moment’s notice. There are also few pharmacies in every block to ensure you don’t have to go far to refill your prescribed medication.
Beautiful Places for Worshipping
Banasree is a very communal place. That is evident by the effort they have put into establishing beautiful places of worship. The Banasree Jame Masjid is an excellent example of it. The three-story mosque is fully tiled and marbled, equipped with the superb sound system and entirely air-conditioned. Even though there are other mosques within the Banasree area, this serves as the central location for Friday prayers. There’s also a temple just outside Banasree, beside the Hatirjheel road. No worshipper is ever too far from a holy place where they can devote themselves.
Super Shops at Every Block
Super shops have become an integral part of our daily life. They provide all-in-one solutions for groceries as we all home improvement items. From hair pins to bed covers and popsicles to fishes; customers can buy them from a single location. Banasree is full of super shops such as Shwapno, Meena Bazar, and Daily Shop to assist the locals. Every block has at least one such shop to cater to the people of that block. This is a product of the planned project that saw allotment of commercial space to such establishments.
Prestigious Educational Institutions
Banasree dwellers have little to worry about educational institutions. There are several schools and colleges within the vicinity itself, as well as in Aftabnagar on the other side of the Rampura Canal. Institutions such as Ideal School and Milestone College provide top-notch education to children. For higher education, Aftabnagar hosts East-West University that sees students come from all corners of the city. Residents can make quick use of Hatirjheel if the children’s educational institute is not nearby. It is an ideal nesting location for those concerned with exceptional educational facilities.
Food Lovers Street
The road between Block-E and Block-F is the ultimate spot for food lovers. The street alone hosts 20+ restaurants and food stalls. Almost every type of Food made in Dhaka is found in this single street. There’s food for every taste pallet. It is the most common spot to hangout out with friends, go out to eat and have a fun little night. Every night there’s a vast number of people enjoying foods and spending the evening. To many foodies, this reason alone makes Banasree a very lucrative place to live.
Multiple Convention Centers
You don’t think about convention centers until there’s an upcoming event or ceremony. That is when you look for a decent place. Having one nearby can be a great blessing. Banasree luckily has multiple conventions centers that are more than well equipped to host any events. Most of them are fitted with modern facilities and can house up to 700 people. This lessens the need to go to faraway places in search of the suitable home.
Affordable Housing
The primary feature that attracts most Banasree dwellers is the affordability of the property. People from all places and classes flock there to find a home. Moreover, they are hardly disappointed. Whether it’s a luxurious apartment or an affordable flat for starting a new life, there’s something for everyone. Both small and large dwelling can be found a-plenty within the budget. Banasree is a perfect place for not just finding a place to live, but for home.
Not every place is suitable to build your nest. The appropriate location needs to be convenient, welcoming, affordable and have necessary amenities. Banasree is just that place. It is a place where you can build your next home and rest easy for a long time.
