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Shivajinagar / Deccan
Shivajinagar / Deccan is a Central business district + Old Pune area in Pune with a rent multiplier of 0.89x. Best for: Government employees and lawyers (District Court nearby), Students at Fergusson, BMCC, Symbiosis, People who want maximum transport connectivity.
PG / Shared
₹8,000
per month
1 BHK
₹16,000
per month
1 RK
₹8,000
per month
8
Commute Score
7
Safety Score
6
Lifestyle Score
8
Walkability
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Pros
- ✓ Strong public transport hub — Swargate bus stand, Shivajinagar station, Metro
- ✓ Heart of old Pune — Laxmi Road, Tulshibaug, Budhwar Peth for shopping
- ✓ Close to major colleges (Fergusson, BMCC, Symbiosis)
- ✓ Authentic Maharashtrian food and cultural experience
- ✓ Walkable to Deccan Gymkhana, JM Road, FC Road
- ✓ Most central location — equidistant from all parts of Pune
Cons
- ✗ Older construction — few modern apartment complexes
- ✗ Congested, narrow roads and heavy traffic
- ✗ Noise and crowding in market areas
- ✗ Limited parking in most buildings
- ✗ Not a lifestyle or nightlife destination
- ✗ Air pollution from dense traffic
Hidden Costs
Security Deposit 3 months rent
Brokerage 1 month rent