Area Overview
What makes Dahisar East special
Dahisar East is the northern end of Mumbai city — the last stretch of the Western line before the Mira-Bhayandar boundary. Metro Line 7 terminates here, which has changed how the area is priced.
It runs along the Western Express Highway with Ovaripada and the national park boundary to the east, and the Dahisar river marking the northern edge.
It is the most affordable belt on this list by a clear margin. What you give up is time — an hour or more to South Mumbai — and civic infrastructure that lags the suburbs south of it.
Who Lives Here
Demographics, languages & community
Population
Predominantly middle-income families in colony and society housing, with a large share of commuters working further south.
Languages
Official language: Marathi. Marathi and Hindi dominate day to day across the belt.
Communities
Hindu (Maharashtrian)
Largest community, long-settled
North Indian
Large service-sector group
Hindu (Gujarati)
Trade and retail community
Jain
Established business community
Muslim
Significant presence
A largely post-1980s suburb built out along the highway, with a mixed middle-income and migrant population.
Typical Residents
38%
Families
Multi-generational households
24%
Young Professionals
Commuting south for work
16%
Trade & Services
Local business owners
12%
Singles / Couples
Shared and PG rentals
10%
Retirees
Long-term residents
Food & Dining
From street food to fine dining
Taste of Dahisar East
From ₹20 street snacks to ₹1500 mall dining
Cheap Eats & Street Food
- Dahisar station food strip₹20–80
Vada Pav, Sandwiches
- Ovaripada market eateries₹70–180
Thali, Chinese
- Highway service road stalls₹40–120
Snacks, Rolls
- Anand Nagar snack carts₹40–130
Dosa, Frankie
- Growel’s 101 food court (7 km)₹250–550
Multi-cuisine
Popular Restaurants
- Persian Darbar (Borivali)₹600–1100
Mughlai, Biryani
- Sanskruti (Borivali)₹400–800
Gujarati Thali
- Barbeque Nation (Borivali)₹1300–1700
Grill Buffet
- Sigree Global Grill (Borivali)₹1100–1600
North Indian, Grill
- Local family restaurants₹300–700
North Indian, Chinese
Cafes & Bars
- Cafe Coffee Day (Dahisar)₹200–450
Coffee, Bites
- Chaayos (Borivali)₹200–450
Chai, Snacks
- Starbucks (Growel’s 101)₹300–700
Coffee, Brunch
- The Beer Cafe (Growel’s 101)₹700–1400
Beer, Bar Food
- Local Irani cafes₹40–130
Chai, Bun Maska
Transport & Commuting
Getting around from Dahisar East
Exceptionally Connected
Western Line • Metro 7 Terminus • WEH • National Park
Local Train
Dahisar station on the Western line, the last stop inside Mumbai city. Churchgate in about 62 min on a fast train.
Metro
Dahisar East is the northern terminus of Line 7, with Ovaripada and Rashtriya Udyan stations to the south.
Airport
Domestic T1 about 17 km, International T2 about 18 km via the Western Express Highway.
Roads
Direct Western Express Highway frontage, the Dahisar toll plaza north, and the national park boundary road east.
Commute Times from Dahisar East
Churchgate
62 min • Fast Train
Borivali
5 min • Local Train
Andheri
28 min • Local Train
Goregaon
18 min • Local Train
BKC
60 min • Cab
Bandra
42 min • Local Train
Airport T2
45 min • Cab
Mira Road
10 min • Local Train
Schools & Colleges
Schools, colleges & learning centres
Colleges & Universities
- St. Francis Institute of Technology (Borivali West)6 km
Engineering • Autonomous
- Gokhale Education Society College (Borivali)5 km
Arts, Science, Commerce
- Thakur College (Kandivali East)9 km
Science & Commerce • Autonomous
- 9 km
- Patkar-Varde College (Goregaon West)15 km
Arts, Science, Commerce
- Rustomjee Business School (Dahisar)2 km
Management
Schools (K–12)
- Rustomjee Cambridge International (Dahisar)1 km
ICSE / IGCSE • Well-regarded
- Ryan International (Borivali East)5 km
ICSE • Well-established
- Vibgyor High (Borivali)6 km
ICSE / IGCSE • Premium
- St. Francis D’Assisi (Borivali West)6 km
ICSE • Long-established
- Thakur Vidya Mandir (Kandivali East)9 km
CBSE • Large campus
- Children’s Academy (Kandivali East)9 km
ICSE • Reputed
Family & Kids
Playgrounds, activities & healthcare
Family-Friendly Living
Parks, schools and hospitals — all within reach
Parks & Play
- Sanjay Gandhi National Park edge
- Ovaripada municipal garden
- Dahisar river promenade
- Society play areas
- Multiple society playgrounds
Healthcare
- Sanjeevani Hospital (Dahisar) — 2 km
- Apex Hospital (Borivali West) — 6 km
- Karuna Hospital (Borivali West) — 6 km
- Multiple local clinics — walkable
- 24/7 pharmacies — multiple
Weekend Activities
- Sanjay Gandhi National Park (5 km)
- Growel’s 101 Mall (cinema & retail)
- Global Vipassana Pagoda (15 km)
- Local reading rooms
- Libraries & reading rooms
Young Professionals & Students
Coworking, fitness & social life
Work, Play, Repeat
Coworking from ₹300/day • Gyms • Cafes • Metro terminus on the doorstep
Coworking Spaces
- Local shared offices
- Awfis (Borivali East)
- Regus (Malad West)
- Day passes from ₹300
Fitness & Gym
- Multiple branded gyms
- Yoga studios
- Society swimming pools
- Morning walking groups
Work Cafes
- Starbucks
- Chaayos
- Cafe Coffee Day
- Multiple chai tapris
Nightlife
- Mall-anchored bars at Borivali
- Bars open till 12:30 am
- Very quiet after 11 pm
- Well-lit main roads
Dahisar East vs Nearby Areas
Side-by-side with nearby localities
A practical comparison to help you decide if Dahisar East is the right fit versus neighbouring localities.
| Factor | Dahisar East | Dahisar West | Borivali East | Kandivali East | Malad East |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 BHK Rent | ₹16K–23K | ₹17K–25K | ₹22K–31K | ₹22K–33K | ₹22K–31K |
| 2 BHK Rent | ₹28K–48K | ₹30K–52K | ₹38K–65K | ₹38K–68K | ₹38K–65K |
| Premium Rent | ₹73K–1.54L | ₹78K–1.66L | ₹99K–2.08L | ₹99K–2.18L | ₹99K–2.08L |
| Luxury Rent | ₹1.26L–3.12L | ₹1.35L–3.38L | ₹1.71L–4.22L | ₹1.71L–4.42L | ₹1.71L–4.22L |
| Train Station | Yes (Western) | Yes (Western) | Yes (Western) | Yes (Western) | Yes (Western) |
| Metro Access | Metro Access | Line 7 terminus | Line 2A terminus | Yes (Line 7) | Yes (Line 7) |
| Airport Distance | Yes (Line 7) | 18 km | 19 km | 15 km | 12 km |
| Nightlife | 11 km | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate |
| Education Hub | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate | Good | Very Good |
| Good | Beach Access | 10 km | 9 km | 12 km | 10 km |
| Safety Rating | 9 km | 3.9/5 | 3.9/5 | 4.1/5 | 4.1/5 |
| Food Scene | 3.9/5 | Moderate | Moderate | Good | Good |
| Green Spaces | Good | Very Good | Good | Excellent | Good |
| Good | Expat Friendly | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate | Moderate |
Why choose Dahisar East?
Dahisar East is the most affordable entry point on the western line, and Metro Line 7 terminating here has materially improved it. You get a station, a metro terminus, direct highway frontage and the national park nearby, at prices well below anything further south. The trade-off is time: over an hour to South Mumbai, 45 minutes to the airport, and civic infrastructure that lags the suburbs below it.
Parks & Outdoors
Green spaces and recreation
Parks & Gardens
Sanjay Gandhi National Park edge
The park boundary sits about 5 km east, with trails and forest access from the Borivali gate.
Best for: Weekend hikes & fresh air
Ovaripada municipal garden
Ward-maintained neighbourhood garden with a walking loop and play area.
Best for: Quick evening breaks
Dahisar river promenade
Walking stretch along the river’s cleaned-up section, used mainly in the early morning.
Best for: Morning walks
Entertainment & Things to Do
Growel’s 101 (7 km), Inorbit Malad (12 km), Dahisar local market
Sanjay Gandhi National Park (5 km),, Global Vipassana Pagoda (15 km),, Gorai Beach (13 km)
Dahisar sports ground, Local cricket grounds, Badminton academies
Dahisar temples, Local mosques & churches
Daily Living in Dahisar East: Shops, Banks & Services
Supermarkets, services & essentials
Supermarkets
- DMart (Dahisar)
- Reliance Smart
- Dahisar local market
- 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
- Local branded gyms
- Cult.fit (Borivali)
- Local gyms from ₹700/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
- Society parking standard
- Street parking tight
- Paid lots at Growel’s
- Autos abundant
Libraries
- Ward library
- Local reading rooms
- College libraries at Borivali
- Book stores at Growel’s 101
Property Prices in Dahisar East
Average monthly rents in Dahisar East (2026 estimates)
| Type | Range | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| PG / Shared | ₹8K – ₹11K | Students / Young professionals |
| 1 RK | ₹12K – ₹16K | Singles |
| 1 BHK | ₹16K – ₹25K | Couples / Young professionals |
| 2 BHK | ₹28K – ₹48K | Small families |
| 3 BHK | ₹43K – ₹79K | Families |
| 3 BHK Premium | ₹73K – ₹1.54L | Affluent families / Expats |
| Penthouse / Villa | ₹1.26L – ₹3.12L | HNIs / Senior management |
Note: Prices vary between the newer highway-corridor towers and the older society stock. Newer towers command 25–35% premiums. Deposit is typically 3–6 months rent.
Pros and Cons of Renting in Dahisar East
What you should know before moving
What's Great
- ✓Metro Line 7 terminates here — seats at the start of the line
- ✓Dahisar station on the Western line, the last stop inside the city
- ✓Direct Western Express Highway frontage
- ✓Sanjay Gandhi National Park about 5 km east
- ✓The most affordable entry point on the western line
- ✓Rental yields around 4–4.5%, the highest in this set
- ✓Rustomjee Cambridge International School about 1 km away
- ✓Price appreciation running 9–11% a year
- ✓Growel’s 101 and Borivali retail within a short ride
- ✓Family-sized flats for the price of a compact one further south
What to Watch Out For
- Churchgate is over an hour even on a fast train
- Airport is about 18 km — around 45 minutes by road
- Civic infrastructure lags the suburbs further south
- Retail and dining are basic; premium means Borivali or Malad
- Waterlogging near the Dahisar river during heavy monsoon
- Western Express Highway noise and dust on the frontage buildings
- Toll plaza traffic backs up onto the approach roads
- Very quiet after 11 pm — limited late-night options
- Older stock varies sharply in construction quality
- Resale liquidity is thinner than Borivali or Kandivali
Renting in Dahisar East: Pro Tips
Locality Ratings
4.1
Connectivity
3.4
Lifestyle
3.9
Safety
3.9
Environment
