A suburb in Andheri East, Chakala has emerged as one of the premier housing options for Mumbaikars, especially the working population, courtesy of its proximity to employment hubs and affordable living. With an area of 0.39 sq. km, the upmarket neighbourhood hosts a population of an estimated 17,479 residents. According to research studies, most buyers in the region prefer properties ranging less than ₹50 lakhs, with 1 BHK flats dominating the segment.&nbsp;

Offering the dual benefits of being a residential and commercial epicentre makes real estate a promising investment in Chakala. Adding another feather to the cap of the Andheri East suburb is the presence of smooth connectivity, be it road, rail, or even air. The upmarket locality is also close to tourist attractions such as Sanjay Gandhi National Park, Jogeshwari Caves, and Mahakali Caves, all within a 10km radius. Chakala has several places to relax and unwind, with plush hotels like The Leela, ITC Maratha, and Taj located within a range of 5km.&nbsp;

In this blog, we will touch upon the factors that make Chakala one of the most favoured destinations among working professionals when buying a home.&nbsp;

1. An emerging commercial and industrial hub 
Chakala lies within a 20km radius of commercial centers like NESCO IT Hub, Film City, Mindspace, and Solitaire Corporate Park. The City&rsquo;s major retail hubs, such as Pride Shopping Mall and Parle Square Mall, are within the 3-4 km range. Another significant accessibility benefit is the Andheri East suburb&rsquo;s closeness to industrial epicentres Andheri MIDC and SEEPZ. Hence, many developers have a lot of exciting projects in the pipeline for the area.

2. Smooth Connectivity 
Chakala offers an efficient network of roads and railways, with the Victoria Terminus railway station and Asalpha metro station connecting the post locality to other parts of the city. The Western Express Highway offers smooth connectivity when using the road as a mode of transportation. The financial capital&rsquo;s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai is a mere 3km away from the locality.&nbsp;

3. Building social infrastructure 
The demand for flats in Chakala Andheri East has fueled the social infrastructure development in the suburb, offering top-class social amenities in terms of education, healthcare, and leisure facilities.&nbsp; 
Schools/Colleges

<ul>
	<li>Little Feet&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
	<li>Shri Ghanshamdas Podhar Vidyalaya Rajasthani school&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
	<li>L R &amp; S M Vissanji Academy</li>
	<li>Bombay Cambridge High School&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
	<li>Shri Kalgidar Mission High School&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
	<li>Our lady of health high school&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
	<li>Ramabai Paranjpe Balmandir&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
	<li>Shri Chinai College of Commerce &amp; Economics&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
	<li>Shivaji School&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
	<li>Institute of Indian Culture</li>
</ul>

Hospitals/Clinics

<ul>
	<li>Veena Clinic</li>
	<li>Aggarwal Eye Hospital Vile Parle&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
	<li>Keep Fit Clinic&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
	<li>Gr8 smile dental clinic</li>
	<li>Rachana Maternity Paediatric and Surgical Nursing Home&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
	<li>Nityanand Iccu and Nursing Home&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
	<li>Kiran Care and Cure Hospital&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
	<li>Saurabh Clinic Dr. Sanjanwalas Maternity and Gynecologist&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
	<li>Sadanand Danait Hospital&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
	<li>Jeevan Vikas Hospital&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Corporate hubs

<ul>
	<li>Hiranandani Business Park&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
	<li>Neelkanth Business Park</li>
	<li>Infinity IT Park</li>
	<li>Pinnacle Business Park</li>
	<li>Leela Business Park&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
	<li>Raiaskaran Tech Park&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
	<li>Mirchandani Business Park&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
	<li>Neelkanth Corporate IT Park&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;</li>
	<li>Powai Supreme Business Park</li>
</ul>

Spots for leisure and entertainment&nbsp;

<ul>
	<li>Crystal Plaza</li>
	<li>City Centre Mall</li>
	<li>Hotel Benarsi</li>
	<li>Regency</li>
	<li>Nagpal Restaurant&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

4. Effective house pricing

On average, the price per sq. ft of property in Chakala is approximately ₹23,883. Over the last five years, the Andheri East suburb has seen an appreciation rate of 24.3% in its prices. Therefore, investing in the upmarket locality could provide you with sizeable returns in the future.&nbsp;

5. Upcoming infrastructure developments 
As Chakala continues to take the real estate market by storm, let us look at some of the future government plans for the suburb.

<ul>
	<li>The under-construction Mumbai Metro Red Line will help ease commuting between Dahisar East and Andheri East.&nbsp;</li>
	<li>An estimated 65 acres of airport land near the cigarette factory in Chakala will be allocated for the in-situ rehabilitation project.</li>
	<li>MMRDA aims to develop cycling tracks along the western express highway to benefit its residents.&nbsp;</li>
	<li>The municipal authority&rsquo;s decision to remove illegal hutments on the Andheri-Kurla Road will reduce travel time to the airport.&nbsp;</li>
	<li>An in-discussion plan to develop a bridge at Telly junction, 2km away from the locale, making committing easier for the people.</li>
	<li>The proposal to repair the bridge at Andheri-Kurla Road on Mithi Road to improve commuting in the Andheri East suburb.</li>
</ul>

Conclusion

Given its proximity to commercial and industrial centres, Chakala serves as a perfect option for working professionals when it comes to home buyers, given the abundant availability of social amenities and spacious living. Hopefully, the above blog has helped you gain an insight into how it is to live in the plush Andheri East suburb.&nbsp;

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