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Malad / Goregaon
Malad / Goregaon is a IT corridor + Mid-range residential area in Mumbai with a rent multiplier of 0.78x. Best for: IT professionals working in Minds (Malad) / NESCO / Goregaon tech parks, Budget-conscious singles wanting decent suburban living, People working in Film City / media production.
PG / Shared
₹13,000
per month
1 BHK
₹25,000
per month
1 RK
₹12,000
per month
6
Commute Score
6
Safety Score
6
Lifestyle Score
5
Walkability
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Pros
- ✓ Affordable — among the best value areas on Western Line
- ✓ Major IT hub: Minds, NESCO, Oberoi Garden, Nirlon Knowledge Park
- ✓ Inorbit Mall (Malad) and Oberoi Mall (Goregaon) for shopping
- ✓ Film City proximity for media professionals
- ✓ Growing restaurant and cafe scene in Goregaon West
Cons
- ✗ Malad station area is very crowded during peak hours
- ✗ SV Road and Link Road traffic during peak hours
- ✗ Not a lifestyle destination — functional, not aspirational
- ✗ Waterlogging issues in parts during heavy monsoon
- ✗ Limited premium housing options — mostly older buildings
Hidden Costs
Security Deposit 3 months rent
Brokerage 1 month rent