Area Overview
What makes Chandivali special
Chandivali sits in the pocket between Powai and Andheri East, built around Saki Vihar Road. It is a township suburb - large gated developments rather than an old village core - and it prices below Powai while sharing much of its infrastructure.
Nahar Amrit Shakti is the anchor, a self-contained township with its own retail, schools and clubhouse. Chandivali Studio, the Saki Vihar office corridor and the SEEPZ and MIDC belts put a large employment base within a few kilometres.
The catch is access. There is no station and no metro inside the pocket; everything funnels through Saki Vihar Road and the JVLR, both of which choke at peak hours.
Who Lives Here
Demographics, languages & community
Population
Largely salaried professionals in the Nahar and Lake Homes townships, alongside long-settled families around Saki Vihar Road.
Languages
Official language: Marathi. Hindi and English dominate in the township developments.
Communities
Hindu (Maharashtrian)
Long-settled families
North Indian
Large migrant professional group
Muslim
Significant around Saki Naka
Hindu (Gujarati)
Business community
South Indian
IT and engineering professionals
A largely post-1990s population drawn by the Powai and SEEPZ employment belts.
Typical Residents
35%
Young Professionals
IT, engineering, BPO
30%
Families
Township households
15%
Singles / Couples
Shared and PG rentals
10%
Retirees
Original allottees
10%
Business Owners
Saki Naka trade
Food & Dining
From street food to fine dining
Taste of Chandivali
From ₹40 street snacks to ₹2500 fine dining
Cheap Eats & Street Food
- Saki Vihar Road stalls₹40–120
Vada Pav, Chinese
- Nahar Amrit Shakti market₹80–200
Snacks, Bakes
- Chandivali Farm Road eateries₹100–250
North Indian, Rolls
- Saki Naka food strip₹120–300
Kebabs, Biryani
- Powai Plaza food court (2 km)₹250–500
Multi-cuisine
Popular Restaurants
- Mainland China (Powai)₹1200–1800
Chinese
- Kareem’s (Powai)₹800–1400
Mughlai
- Chili’s (R City / Powai)₹1200–2000
American, Tex-Mex
- Basilico (Powai)₹900–1500
Continental, Cafe
- Global Fusion (Powai)₹1500–2200
Asian Buffet
Cafes & Bars
- Starbucks (Powai Plaza)₹300–700
Coffee, Brunch
- Cafe Coffee Day (Chandivali)₹200–450
Coffee, Bites
- Hoppipola (Powai)₹900–1600
Bar, Pub Food
- The Irish House (Powai)₹1000–1800
Bar, Lounge
- Chaayos (Saki Vihar)₹200–450
Chai, Snacks
Transport & Commuting
Getting around from Chandivali
Exceptionally Connected
JVLR • Saki Vihar Road • Metro 6 • SEEPZ
Local Train
No station inside the pocket. Andheri on the Western line about 5 km, Ghatkopar on the Central line about 6 km.
Metro
Line 1 at Saki Naka about 2 km. Line 6 along the JVLR will bring a station much closer once operational.
Airport
Domestic T1 about 6 km, International T2 about 7 km via the Andheri–Kurla Road.
Roads
Saki Vihar Road, the JVLR and the Andheri–Kurla Road. Eastern Express Highway via Ghatkopar.
Commute Times from Chandivali
Andheri
25 min • Cab
Powai
10 min • Cab/Auto
BKC
30 min • Cab
Ghatkopar
25 min • Cab
SEEPZ
15 min • Cab
Airport T2
25 min • Cab
Lower Parel
50 min • Cab
Saki Naka Metro
10 min • Auto
Schools & Colleges
Schools, colleges & learning centres
Colleges & Universities
- IIT Bombay, Powai4 km
Engineering • Institute of Eminence
- S.P. Jain Institute (Andheri West)9 km
Management
- Vivekanand Education Society (Chembur)8 km
Engineering • Autonomous
- Rizvi College (Bandra)11 km
Arts, Science, Commerce
- SIES College (Sion)12 km
Arts, Science, Commerce
- MET Institute (Bandra)11 km
Management & Media
Schools (K–12)
- Nahar International School0.5 km
IB / IGCSE • In township
- Bombay Cambridge International (Andheri East)4 km
ICSE • Well-established
- Hiranandani Foundation School (Powai)3 km
ICSE • Premium
- Podar International (Powai)3 km
CBSE • Large campus
- Ryan International (Chandivali)1 km
ICSE • Local
- Gopal Sharma International (Powai)3 km
CBSE • Established
Family & Kids
Playgrounds, activities & healthcare
Family-Friendly Living
Parks, schools and hospitals — all within reach
Parks & Play
- Nahar Amrit Shakti gardens
- Chandivali Studio grounds
- Powai Lake promenade (2 km)
- Township play areas
- Multiple society playgrounds
Healthcare
- Hiranandani Hospital (Powai) — 3 km
- Seven Hills Hospital (Marol) — 5 km
- Criticare Hospital (Andheri East) — 4 km
- Multiple local clinics — walkable
- 24/7 pharmacies — multiple
Weekend Activities
- Powai Lake walks
- Chandivali Studio (film shoots)
- R City Mall (Ghatkopar)
- Aarey Colony drives
- Libraries & reading rooms
Young Professionals & Students
Coworking, fitness & social life
Work, Play, Repeat
Coworking from ₹400/day • Gyms • Cafes • Short IT commute
Coworking Spaces
- Awfis (Saki Vihar)
- Regus (Powai)
- IndiQube (Andheri East)
- Day passes from ₹400
Fitness & Gym
- Township clubhouse gyms
- Yoga studios
- Society swimming pools
- Powai Lake running route
Work Cafes
- Starbucks (Powai)
- Chaayos
- Cafe Coffee Day
- Multiple chai tapris
Nightlife
- Powai pub cluster nearby
- Bars open till 1 am
- Hotel bars at Powai
- Quiet inside the townships
Chandivali vs Nearby Areas
Side-by-side with nearby localities
A practical comparison to help you decide if Chandivali is the right fit versus neighbouring localities.
| Factor | Chandivali | Powai | Marol | Andheri East | Jogeshwari East |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 BHK Rent | ₹26K–38K | ₹32K–48K | ₹24K–36K | ₹26K–41K | ₹20K–29K |
| 2 BHK Rent | ₹45K–80K | ₹55K–1L | ₹42K–75K | ₹45K–85K | ₹35K–60K |
| Premium Rent | ₹1.17L–2.56L | ₹1.43L–3.2L | ₹1.09L–2.4L | ₹1.17L–2.72L | ₹91K–1.92L |
| Luxury Rent | ₹2.02L–5.2L | ₹2.48L–6.5L | ₹1.89L–4.88L | ₹2.02L–5.52L | ₹1.58L–3.9L |
| Train Station | No (5 km) | No (3 km) | No (2 km) | Yes (Western) | Yes (Western) |
| Metro Access | Metro Access | Line 1 at Saki Naka | Line 6 (upcoming) | Yes (Line 1) | Line 7 nearby |
| Airport Distance | Yes (Line 7) | 7 km | 9 km | 8 km | 4 km |
| Nightlife | 6 km | Moderate | Very Good | Very Good | Good |
| Education Hub | Moderate | Good | Excellent | Very Good | Good |
| Moderate | Beach Access | 12 km | 14 km | 13 km | 10 km |
| Safety Rating | 12 km | 4.1/5 | 4.2/5 | 3.9/5 | 3.8/5 |
| Food Scene | 3.7/5 | Good | Very Good | Very Good | Good |
| Green Spaces | Moderate | Very Good | Excellent | Moderate | Moderate |
| Moderate | Expat Friendly | Good | Very Good | Good | Moderate |
Why choose Chandivali?
Chandivali is the value play next to Powai. You get township living with a clubhouse, pool and in-campus school at 20–30% below Powai pricing, with SEEPZ and the Saki Vihar offices a short drive away. The trade-offs are real: no station or metro inside the pocket, Saki Vihar Road and the JVLR both gridlock at peak, and there is little of the street life or retail depth you get in the older suburbs.
Parks & Outdoors
Green spaces and recreation
Parks & Gardens
Nahar Amrit Shakti gardens
Landscaped gardens and walking loops inside the township, maintained by the society.
Best for: Morning walks & play areas
Chandivali Studio grounds
Open ground used for events and film shoots, with walking space outside shoot days.
Best for: Weekend events
Powai Lake promenade
Lakeside walking stretch about 2 km away, with hill views and early opening hours.
Best for: Morning walks & lake views
Entertainment & Things to Do
Powai Plaza, R City Mall (7 km), Nahar township retail
Powai Lake,, Chandivali Studio,, Aarey Colony (5 km)
Nahar Clubhouse, Powai Gymkhana, Society courts
Chandivali temples, Saki Naka mosques
Daily Living in Chandivali: Shops, Banks & Services
Supermarkets, services & essentials
Supermarkets
- Nature's Basket (Powai)
- DMart (Saki Naka)
- Reliance Smart
- Blinkit & Zepto delivery
Pharmacies
- Apollo Pharmacy
- Wellness Forever
- Multiple 24/7 stores
- Home delivery available
Banks & ATMs
- SBI, HDFC, ICICI
- Kotak, Axis Bank
- ATMs every 200m
- UPI widely accepted
Gyms & Fitness
- Gold's Gym (Powai)
- Cult.fit
- Local gyms from ₹1500/mo
- Yoga studios
Convenience
- 24/7 stores available
- Swiggy/Zomato active
- Laundry services
- Home services apps
Internet & Mobile
- Jio Fiber available
- Airtel Xstream
- Good 4G/5G coverage
- 100 Mbps from ₹699/mo
Parking
- Township parking standard
- Street parking limited
- Paid lots at malls
- Autos & cabs abundant
Libraries
- Township library
- Local reading rooms
- IIT Bombay area bookshops
- Book stores at R City
Property Prices in Chandivali
Average monthly rents in Chandivali (2026 estimates)
| Type | Range | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| PG / Shared | ₹13K – ₹18K | Students / Young professionals |
| 1 RK | ₹19K – ₹27K | Singles |
| 1 BHK | ₹26K – ₹42K | Couples / Young professionals |
| 2 BHK | ₹45K – ₹80K | Small families |
| 3 BHK | ₹70K – ₹1.32L | Families |
| 3 BHK Premium | ₹1.17L – ₹2.56L | Affluent families / Expats |
| Penthouse / Villa | ₹2.02L – ₹5.2L | HNIs / Senior management |
Note: Prices vary sharply between the gated townships and the older stock along Saki Vihar Road. Township units command 20–30% premiums. Deposit is typically 3–6 months rent.
Pros and Cons of Renting in Chandivali
What you should know before moving
What's Great
- ✓Township living with clubhouse, pool and in-campus school
- ✓Powai’s IT parks and SEEPZ within a short drive
- ✓Nahar International School inside the township
- ✓Hiranandani Hospital about 3 km away
- ✓20–30% cheaper than comparable Powai stock
- ✓Large gated developments with reliable power and water
- ✓Powai Lake and Aarey Colony for weekend green space
- ✓Airport about 7 km for frequent business travel
- ✓Metro Line 6 along the JVLR will improve access further
- ✓Steady rental demand from the IT and engineering belt
What to Watch Out For
- No railway station or metro inside the pocket
- Saki Vihar Road and the JVLR gridlock at peak hours
- Last-mile depends entirely on autos and cabs
- Little street life or independent retail outside the townships
- Saki Naka junction congestion spills into the approach roads
- Air quality suffers from the Andheri–Kurla Road traffic
- Older buildings outside the townships vary sharply in upkeep
- Monsoon waterlogging on the low-lying Saki Vihar stretch
- Metro Line 6 construction has disrupted the JVLR
- Resale depth is thin outside the main townships
Renting in Chandivali: Pro Tips
Locality Ratings
4.0
Connectivity
4.0
Lifestyle
4.1
Safety
3.8
Environment
