Kandivali: Ideal Suburban Abode

Is Kandivali a good place to live?

Read on to find the answer. If you are from Mumbai, you already know more of less about this Western suburb. Historically speaking, the oldest known settlement in Kandivali is Kandivali village. Starting out with just five mostly East Indian Catholic families in the 1800s, Kandivali village was then among the oldest East Indian villages of Mumbai. The profile of Kandivali village changed with time as did the rest of the suburb. The Kandivali of today is a bustling, well-connected locality, dense with residential communities, wide roads and narrow alleys, multiple transport and commuting options, and endowed with social infrastructure that continues to grow.

No wonder then Kandivali has emerged as a hotspot for mid-segment housing – affordable homes that middle-class homebuyers can afford and still enjoy all of the benefits of living in suburban Mumbai.

Kandivali is just 14 kms from the airport, with SV Road in the West and the Western Express Highway on the East, with the upcoming Metro 2 to the East and Metro 7 to the West, as well as close to the Malad-Kandivali employment hub. If you are planning to buy an affordable home at a strategic location in the Western suburbs, Kandivali is as good a place as any.

Kandivali East is the new choice of suburban homebuyers

With an abundance of land parcels and the arrival of reputed developers, Kandivali East is witnessing an uptick in residential development. Kandivali is emerging as a strong choice for homebuyers looking for well-managed developments and top-class amenities, and stay close to social and family circles in the nearby suburbs.

The liveability factor of Kandivali East can be witnessed in the many upcoming residential developments that are built among large open spaces with uninterrupted views of the Sanjay Gandhi National Park. Proximity to nature and clean air are uncommon in Kandivali West, but abundant in the East.

The neighbourhood also offers competitive social infrastructure for education, healthcare, retail, entertainment and recreation. Complimenting this social infrastructure are established and upcoming infrastructure projects that are expected to ease traffic and commuting concerns. Together, these factors make Kandivali East a liveable as well as desirable residential locality.  

Education in Kandivali

Kandivali East and West are home to numerous reputed educational institutions. Thakur International School (IGCSE, ICSE), Cambridge School (ICSE), Swami Vivekanand International School and Junior College (ICSE), Billabong High (CBSE, IGCSE), Oxford Public School (State Board), Ryan International (CBSE) are some of the popular educational institutions.

Hospitals in Kandivali

Lotus Multispeciality Hospital, Suchak Hospital, Sanchaiti Superspeciality Hospital, United Multispeciality Hospital, and Zenith Hospital are some of the leading healthcare facilities in Kandivali and nearby Malad.

Shopping and Entertainment in Kandivali

Kandivali is in the vicinity of popular malls and shopping destinations, namely, Growel’s 101 Mall, Raghuleela Megamall, Infiniti Mall, Inorbit Mall and Oberoi Mall. The malls house a diversity of restaurants, cinemas and retail establishments. A large number of popular hangouts like cafes and eateries, as well educational institutions, hospitals and clinics are located within Thakur Village, Lokhandwala and Thakur Complex.

Connectivity and Infrastructure in Kandivali

Kandivali is connected to the rest of Mumbai and MMR by road via the Western Express Highway and SV Road. The locality is well-served via the BEST bus network and private transport options. It is connected to the Western Railway through the suburban rail network. The upcoming Metro 2 in Kandivali East and Metro 7 in the West propose to connect Kandivali further north to MMR via Dahisar.

Kandivali and nearby localities are home to important office hubs like Infinity IT Park, Express Zone, Mindspace IT Park and NESCO IT Park, each of which is home to banks, IT companies, MNCs and large and small domestic and Indian public and private companies that employ thousands of professionals across sectors.

Looking for a home in Kandivali East?

We suggest Phoenix Tower and Lodha Woods.

Phoenix Tower in Kandivali East is an address for aspirational yet affordable homes at a location that is well-connected and in the vicinity of nature. Close to road and rail hubs, conveniences and social infrastructure, the 23-storey tower is spread across three residential wings with 1 BHK and compact 2BHK homes at affordable prices.

The under-construction Phoenix Tower features best-in-class amenities for superior living, including a multi-purpose sports court, meditation space, library, kids play area, multi-purpose hall, senior citizen’s area, sky garden and gym. Book your home at Phoenix Tower before prices rise in the suburban residential hub of Kandivali.

Lodha Woods is a premium residential development in the vicinity of Sanjay Gandhi National Park. In addition to more than 30 world-class amenities, Lodha Woods features an urban forest, a sanctuary area, within the complex, adding to the green vibes all around. The 4.8-acre development has 80% open spaces with health, sport and recreation amenities. Lodha Woods is also well-connected via the Western Express Highway as well as rail and upcoming metro line. It benefits from the established social infrastructure in Kandivali East which puts your home in proximity of everything from schools and hospitals to malls and everyday needs. Book a home at Lodha Woods for a rare opportunity to live in a serene oasis in a bustling metropolis.