Corporate Housing in Mumbai

Andheri West

Western suburbs · Value premium

The best value premium neighbourhood for relocators on a managed budget — well served by Metro Line 1, Western Railway and the airport (10 min), with a vibrant Versova/Lokhandwala restaurant and entertainment scene.

Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC)

Central Mumbai · Modern CBD

Mumbai's modern central business district and finance zero-commute zone with modern towers and Metro Line 3; rental 3BHKs run roughly ₹1.5–2.8L/month.

Bandra West

Western suburbs · Cosmopolitan

Mumbai's most cosmopolitan address for senior professionals and media/finance executives, with the Bandstand promenade, Pali Hill cafes, a strong school catchment (DAIS, Oberoi), and BKC just 15 minutes away post-Coastal Road.

BKC (Bandra Kurla Complex)

CBD · Zero-commute finance hub

Mumbai's purpose-built CBD across 370 acres housing JPMorgan, HSBC, Goldman Sachs and SEBI, served by Metro Line 3 with American School of Bombay inside it — premium managed towers for finance professionals.

Juhu

Western suburbs · Beach + schools

A rare Mumbai neighbourhood where a beach is walking distance from gated complexes; relaxed and residential, near Ecole Mondiale and CP Goenka International, with the airport 20 minutes away — ideal for families.

Malabar Hill

South Mumbai · Elite old-money

The old-money prestige address of South Mumbai near Hanging Gardens and Banganga Tank, with elite low-rise villas and classic apartments; supply is very limited, so move fast and expect to pay accordingly.

Powai

Central suburbs · Lakeside township

Hiranandani Gardens is India's finest planned township — self-contained with schools, hospitals and jogging paths around Powai Lake — and popular with families relocating from Hyderabad and Bangalore; SEEPZ IT hub is 10 minutes away.

Worli / Lower Parel

Central Mumbai · Corporate luxury

Heart of Mumbai's corporate social scene with luxury towers, five-star hotels, Kamala Mills and High Street Phoenix; the Sea Link puts BKC at near-zero commute. Best for single professionals, young couples and corporate transferees.

BEST Buses

South Mumbai · AC city buses

Comprehensive coverage of South Mumbai with AC buses on major routes — essential for those in the south without a private vehicle.

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM)

Andheri · Terminal 2 international hub

India's busiest international airport; the architecturally celebrated T2 is 8km / 20–45 min from BKC, with pre-immigration fast-track for Business Class.

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA / BOM)

Andheri East · International airport

India's busiest international airport — T2 handles all international and most domestic flights; 20–45 min from BKC, arrive 90 min early for domestic.

Gateway–Mandwa Ferry (RoRo)

Colaba · Harbour ferry

Ferry from the Gateway of India to Mandwa (about 60 min) for accessing Alibaug and the Konkan coast.

Metro Line 1 (Versova–Ghatkopar)

Western suburbs · Elevated metro

An 11km east-west elevated line through Andheri, a key connector for the western suburbs and a congestion-free airport-corridor option.

Metro Line 2B (Mandale–D.N. Nagar)

Via Bandra · Suburban connector

Connects eastern and western suburbs via Bandra with key stops at Mankhurd and Chembur — relief for BKC-bound commuters from the east.

Metro Line 3 (Colaba–SEEPZ)

City-wide · Underground metro

The game-changing underground line through BKC, Bandra, Dadar and CSMT linking South Mumbai to the airport corridor — the single most impactful asset for BKC professionals.

Mumbai Suburban Rail

Central / Western / Harbour lines

The fastest north-south travel in the city; learn your home and office stations and buy a monthly pass (₹300–500), and check Fast vs Slow before boarding.

Mumbai Suburban Rail (Western, Central, Harbour)

City-wide · Local trains

The city's circulatory system carrying 7.5 million passengers daily across three lines; the fastest point-to-point during peak hours, with monthly passes ₹300–500.

Colaba Causeway

Colaba · Street shopping

Heritage shopping strip for antiques, street fashion and a classic South Mumbai experience.

Crawford Market

South Mumbai · Fresh produce & spices

A historic market for fresh produce and spices — the full Mumbai sensory experience, and home turf of the classic Bombay Sandwich.

High Street Phoenix & Palladium

Lower Parel · Mall & INOX IMAX

International and luxury brands plus an INOX IMAX cinema in the Parel mills district.

Jio World Plaza

BKC · Luxury mall

India's largest luxury mall, with global designer flagships and fine dining inside BKC.

Linking Road

Bandra · Street fashion

Bandra's famous street-fashion and ethnic-wear shopping stretch with eclectic finds.

Reliance Freshpik & Nature's Basket

Citywide · Gourmet & imported grocery

Premium gourmet and imported-grocery chains found across the city — the go-to for expat pantry staples.

Zaveri Bazaar

Kalbadevi · Gold & jewellery

The gold and jewellery capital of India and Mumbai's traditional jewellery market.

Ashok Vada Pav

Dadar · Street food

Regarded in the guide as serving India's finest vada pav — Mumbai's iconic ₹20 snack.

Bastian

Bandra · Seafood/global

A popular Bandra dining spot in the city's most cosmopolitan nightlife district.

Britannia & Co

Ballard Estate · Parsi/Irani café

An irreplaceable heritage Irani café and a Mumbai institution for Parsi cuisine.

Britannia & Co.

Ballard Estate · Irani cafe

A heritage Irani cafe institution famous for its berry pulao — a piece of old Mumbai dining.

Kyani & Co

Marine Lines · Irani café

One of Mumbai's classic Parsi/Irani heritage cafés.

Kyani & Co.

Marine Lines · Irani cafe

One of Mumbai's classic heritage Irani cafes near Marine Lines.

Leopold Café

Colaba · Heritage café

A landmark Colaba café and part of Mumbai's irreplaceable Irani-café heritage.

Pali Village Café

Bandra · European-style café

A well-loved Bandra café noted in the city's expat social scene.

Sardar Pav Bhaji

Tardeo · Street food

Famous for butter-loaded pav bhaji — a mandatory Mumbai food experience.

Social

Bandra · Bar + cafe

A go-to Bandra venue for casual dining and drinks in the after-office scene.

The Bombay Canteen

Bandra / Lower Parel · Modern Indian

One of Bandra's standout global-dining destinations for going out after office hours.

Tibb's Frankie

City-wide · Rolls since 1969

Home of the Frankie, Mumbai's beloved roll, available city-wide since 1969.

Bombay Hospital & Medical Research

Marine Lines · General/Cardiac

Central South Mumbai general and cardiac hospital. Tel +91-22-2206-7676.

Breach Candy Hospital Trust

Breach Candy · Elite private

A heritage expat hospital in South Mumbai long favoured by the international community; +91-22-3666-7788.

Hinduja Hospital & MRC

Mahim · NABH general/maternity

NABH-accredited central Mumbai hospital strong in general care and maternity. Tel +91-22-4466-6666.

Jaslok Hospital & Research Centre

Pedder Road · Cardiology & oncology

Established research hospital strong in cardiology and oncology in central South Mumbai; +91-22-4017-3333.

Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital

Andheri West · JCI accredited

Multi-specialty centre strong in oncology, cardiac and neurosciences, with an international patient desk; +91-22-4269-6969.

Lilavati Hospital & Research Centre

Bandra West · Expat-preferred

Multi-specialty hospital favoured by expats with an international desk and English-speaking teams; +91-22-2656-8000.

Nanavati Max Super Speciality

Vile Parle West · Ortho/Neuro/Trauma

Super-speciality hospital known for orthopaedics, neuro, trauma and robotic surgery. Tel +91-22-6836-0000.

Sir H. N. Reliance Foundation Hospital

Girgaon · JCI multi-specialty

JCI-accredited South Mumbai multi-specialty hospital strong in cardiac and oncology. Tel +91-22-3547-5000.

Wockhardt Hospitals Global

Lower Parel · Transplants/Oncology

Specialises in transplants, oncology and neurosciences. Tel +91-22-3080-0000.

American School of Bombay

Bandra East / BKC · IB / US curriculum

The primary choice for North American families, with small classes and a US-style campus sitting inside BKC itself; fees roughly $20,000–35,000 USD.

Bombay Scottish School

Mahim · ICSE

Heritage institution (est. 1847) with excellent academics and a strong alumni network; fees around ₹1.5–3.5L/yr.

Cathedral & John Connon School

Fort · ICSE / ISC

Mumbai's most prestigious ICSE school with an exceptional academic record since 1860; fees around ₹2–4L/yr.

CP Goenka International School

Juhu · International curriculum

Within walking distance of Juhu's gated enclaves — a convenient option for families choosing the beachfront suburb.

Dhirubhai Ambani International School

BKC · IB / ICSE

The premier international option (fees ₹12–20L/yr) with a 6–12 month waitlist — apply well before your move.

Dhirubhai Ambani International School (DAIS)

BKC · IB / ICSE

The flagship expat choice with near-100% Ivy/Russell Group placements; a 6–12 month waitlist is essential, so apply before you move.

Ecole Mondiale World School

Juhu · IB PYP–MYP–DP

Full IB continuum from age 3 on a beach campus with strong pastoral care; fees about ₹9.5–12L.

Hiranandani Foundation School

Powai · ICSE / IGCSE

A family favourite within the Hiranandani township, with lake views and a tight-knit community; fees about ₹4–7L.

JBCN International School

Multiple campuses · IB / IGCSE / ICSE

Most flexible admissions among Mumbai's international schools — good for mid-year moves; fees around ₹7.5–15L/yr.

Nahar International School

Powai · IB / CBSE

Good admissions flexibility, popular with families relocating from other metros; fees around ₹4–8L/yr.

Oberoi International School

Goregaon · IB / IGCSE

Strong university counselling and facilities, popular with families in the western suburbs; fees around ₹9–11L/yr.

Ryan International School

Andheri / Goregaon · CBSE

Strong CBSE option with multiple campuses for families relocating from CBSE schools; fees around ₹80k–1.5L/yr.

The Japanese School of Mumbai

Powai · Japanese (MEXT) curriculum

Follows the Japanese national curriculum and is the primary choice for Japanese expat families; fees on application.

Axis Bank

Citywide · resident savings account opening

A recommended local bank for opening a resident savings account, essential before salary or investments can be received.

HDFC Bank

City-wide · Account transfer

Has Mumbai branches for transferring your existing account, or opening a new one within 3–5 working days using updated Aadhaar, PAN and rental agreement.

HSBC

Citywide · expat banking

An international bank option for expat resident savings accounts, with a presence among BKC's finance employers.

Bombay Stock Exchange (Dalal Street)

Fort · India's Wall Street

The BSE on Dalal Street is the heart of India's capital markets; the area is the colloquial 'Wall Street' of the country.

Dalal Street (BSE)

Fort · Capital markets

The Bombay Stock Exchange district in Fort — Mumbai's Wall Street and the heart of the Indian finance community.

Film City Goregaon

Goregaon · Bollywood studios

The epicentre of India's film industry — the studio complex behind much of Bollywood production.

Kamala Mills

Lower Parel · Offices & F&B district

A redeveloped mills compound mixing global offices with a premium restaurant and nightlife scene in Lower Parel.

SEEPZ

Andheri / Powai · IT & export hub

Major IT and export-processing hub roughly 10 minutes from Powai and the northern terminus of Metro Line 3.

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya

Fort / Kala Ghoda · City museum

The city's great museum (the former Prince of Wales Museum), with the National Gallery of Modern Art and Jehangir Art Gallery a short walk away in the Kala Ghoda precinct.

Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (CST)

Fort · UNESCO rail terminus

Mumbai's Victorian Gothic UNESCO World Heritage railway terminus and a terminus of the Central and Harbour suburban lines.

Elephanta Caves

Gharapuri Island · UNESCO cave temples

A 30-minute ferry from the Gateway of India to 5th–8th-century rock-cut cave temples, home to the great 20-foot Trimurti sculpture of Shiva; go on a weekday.

Gateway of India

Colaba · Iconic monument

The city's most famous monument and the departure point for ferries to Elephanta (30 min) and Mandwa/Alibaug (60 min).

Hanging Gardens

Malabar Hill · Terraced gardens

Terraced public gardens on Malabar Hill offering calm and city views amid South Mumbai's elite address.

Lalbaugcha Raja

Lalbaug · Ganesh Chaturthi pandal

The most famous Ganesh Chaturthi installation in the city, drawing queues for kilometres during the August/September festival.

Marine Drive

South Mumbai · The Queen's Necklace

A 6km illuminated seafront promenade that becomes Mumbai's collective living room every evening — free and unmissable.

NCPA

Nariman Point · Performing-arts centre

A world-class performance venue hosting the Mumbai Literary Festival each November.

Prithvi Theatre

Juhu · Performing-arts venue

A world-class theatre in Juhu, a fixture of Mumbai's cultural calendar.

Wankhede Stadium

Churchgate · Cricket ground

Home of the Mumbai Indians and international cricket; getting tickets to an IPL match is a Mumbai rite of passage.

Auto-Rickshaws

Suburban Mumbai · Metered short hops

Legal only north of Sion; affordable and metered for short trips — refuse any ride without a working meter.

Ola / Uber

Citywide · Ride-hailing apps

Both work well in Mumbai; set up an Ola Corporate account for BKC employers and keep both apps installed, as surge pricing spikes in peak hours and rain.

Rapido Bike

Citywide · Bike taxis

Faster than autos for solo commutes through congested traffic.

ACT Fibernet

Bandra/Powai/Andheri · Home broadband

Reliable home broadband provider serving Bandra, Powai and Andheri (alongside Jio and Airtel).

Adani Electricity

Most of Mumbai · Power supplier

The electricity provider for most of Mumbai — register on arrival to enable auto-pay and outage alerts.

BEST

South Mumbai · Power + buses

Provides electricity in South Mumbai and runs the city's comprehensive bus network with AC buses; the Mumbai One card works across BEST, Metro and ferry.

Urban Company

City-wide · Home services

On-demand vetted home services — salon at home, electrician, plumber, AC cleaning and deep cleaning — the household-help backbone for working professionals.