Mumbai: Low cost living?

Martisha · Apr 29th, 2008, 21:29

thank you!

Martisha · May 6th, 2008, 20:30

Hi everybody,

i hope u r having a good week. For those with some extra time, pls, see if u can answer these (dhanyawad!):

Hatha Yoga School? Where around in Mumbai? both central and a diferent area too. How much and how often for regular lessons?

Same questions for Hindi and Bollywood dancing lessons, both private and at school? Do you know the teachers/schools yourselves?? How much?

Thanks again.

liveinrythm · May 6th, 2008, 23:21

Hello Mumabai , I am also coming there by next week but dun know where i am going to stay please help help help me in finding a 1bed room kitchen near to prabhadevi as my office will be there .

If anyone can advice me how much it will cost me for 1brk near to prabhadevi areas.

Regards
Joy

AvidTrekker · May 6th, 2008, 23:47

Quote:

Originally Posted by liveinrythm

Hello Mumabai , I am also coming there by next week but dun know where i am going to stay please help help help me in finding a 1bed room kitchen near to prabhadevi as my office will be there .

If anyone can advice me how much it will cost me for 1brk near to prabhadevi areas.

Regards
Joy

one BRK near Prabhadevi will cost you around 25,000 to 50,000 rupees rent per month. Plus a deposit of eleven months rent. The wide variation is because of very new buildings along with some very old buildings.

AvidTrekker · May 7th, 2008, 00:09

Quote:

Originally Posted by Martisha

Hatha Yoga School? Where around in Mumbai? both central and a diferent area too. How much and how often for regular lessons?

Classes in big groups of say 20 to 30 are quite cheap. Around 1500 rupees per month for 13 one hour sessions. Very many such places. Once you decide the place of residence, you can finalize the Yoga classes.

Individual private tuitions will cost 500 to 700 rupees per hour.

Quote:

Same questions for Hindi and Bollywood dancing lessons, both private and at school? Do you know the teachers/schools yourselves?? How much?

Hindi only private tutions possible in Mumbai. Rate around 300 to 500 per hour. (South Mumbai has higher rates) Groups of people and classes happen in North India. (Delhi, Varanasi, Landour-Mussourie)

Bollywood Dancing lessons I have no idea, but many do advertise in the papers.
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Jasmin · May 7th, 2008, 01:24

Quote:

Originally Posted by crvlvr

Other than food and mass transportation, every thing in Mumbai will as expensive as a western city. In regards to accomodation, what you pay for is what you get. Keep in mind real estate prices in Mumbai are on par with the major cities in the rest of the world.

But according to one person one here, the rent would be around $200 (Canadian), Yes, I've been converting everything! Mind you that was just outside of Mumbai, to me that doesn't seem like an awful lot. And not comparable to any Western City that I can think of.

Avidtrekker wrote:

"depends on distance from Vasai rail station. anything from 3000 rs to 8000 rs per month"
That's $193 Max in Canadian.

liveinrythm · May 7th, 2008, 15:53

THanks alot buddy , it seems to be very expnesive

and its not necessary for me to stay in Prabhadevi only. My office is there and please advice me where should i stay and can get 1brk in budget of max Rs8000 and how do i commute from there becoz i have no idea about the transportaion in mumbai.

amarshah · May 7th, 2008, 16:16

A 1BHK at 8k per month either central suburbs like Vikhroli/Mulund on the western line might get at Borivali i doubt any way closer.. the ideal option would be local train to Dadar (central stn for both western and central line).

liveinrythm · May 7th, 2008, 16:28

Thanks Amar , any idea how much time it will take to reach prabhadevi from these places ?

snonymous · May 7th, 2008, 17:34

Quote:

Originally Posted by Martisha

Hi everybody,

Hatha Yoga School? Where around in Mumbai? both central and a diferent area too. How much and how often for regular lessons?

Thanks again.

Contact below, it is a very reputed yoga school in Santacruz East near the railway station. Years ago my father did a therapeutic course from there which considerably alleviated his asthma and slipped disc problems. Their fees are very moderate. It is simple, not a fancy place.

http://www.yogainstitute.org/
THE YOGA INSTITUTE
Shri Yogendra Marg, Prabhat Colony, Santacruz (East), Mumbai - 400055, India
Tel : 91 22 2611 0506, 91 22 2612 2185 Email : yogainstitute@gmail.com, info@yogainstitute.org

About Bollywood dancing classes, I will leave that to other members ! You could check the classified sections of the local Mid Day http://www.mid-day.com or www.timeoutmumbai.net but Im sure our members will have better ideas.

snonymous · May 7th, 2008, 17:36

I dont know how reliable this site is but they advertise a lot:

http://www.magicbricks.com

amarshah · May 7th, 2008, 18:33

another one is www.99acres.com

Martisha · May 7th, 2008, 19:27

[Thanks Snonymous & Avidtrekker]

Let´s say I am already in Mumbai: with... a small flat (1 or 2 rooms), or a small nice house; public transport; food; Bollywood, Hindi and Yoga lessons; SOME DREAMS COME TRUE;

(...) Big question is... i have my own calculations and figures, but a more "real" answer at this extent will help:

How much a month you spend? If you live in Andheri, for example; or closer to Vasai (if cheaper), can you afford that with...
Rs30000??

Do you always have to pay money in advance apart from your monthly rent (to the owner)? Asking for oneor tw months in advanc is normal? How does it work?

Sorry for today's messy questions, and thanks everybody again.

P.S. For Rs30000 a month, what can you do in Mumbai?

AvidTrekker · May 7th, 2008, 20:35

For Rs 30,000... in Mumbai, if I had that budget...

I would apportion it this way...

Rs 10,000 for monthly rent.

Even Central and North Mumbai not possible. I would choose Navi Mumbai area for relatively broad roads, quieter lifestyle, and "not-yet=fully-saturated" rail and road network.

Rs 10,000 for monthly rent. I would choose Navi Mumbai. Can get studio apartment in "downtown" Vashi or a bigger apartment in Belapur etc. If I were single, I would choose Vashi, the most central location. If I wanted a bedroom separate, no choice but to go further.

Most people would like the rent for eleven months in advance.

Rs 2500 for electricity including airconditioning. Without aircon it will drop to 700

Rs 500 for laundry (wash cum iron)(dhobi comes home every day)

Rs 1000 to 1500 for cleaning maid part time

Rs 5000 for food. Alcohol NOT counted. Eating out in fancy places NOT counted.

Rs 3000 for transportation. (public transport)

Leaves you with 7500 for your Hindi, Yoga and dancing classes.

May not be enough.

If you go to Panvel, the rent will be around 5000. That can be put in classes.

I have not calculated emergencies or shopping. Not enough money for that.

10,000 Rent
02,500 electricity
01,500 maid
00,500 laundry
05,000 food
03,000 transportation
07,500 classes
==============
30,000 Total
==============
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jennifer sagoo · May 7th, 2008, 23:22

I read your response to another person's questions. My son, husband and I are planning to move to Mumbai with in 6 months. We are planning to come to see it in June. He is getting a job with Kingfisher airlines. I have been born and raised in the Mid-West(Wisconsin) and have lived in Arizona for 6 years. My husband has lived in India before and is Punjabi. I know he is excited, but I am very afraid. I k now knowthing will be like home here, but I want to love it in Mumbai. Any words of help or advice?
Thank you
Jenn

Quote:

Originally Posted by chris123

Hi.

Greetings from John - Mumbai.

Please do not lose hope to stay in Mumbai, here are some tips on the

following:

a. Accomodation : Vasai = Vasai is cool, not so crowded, christian

community with portuguse tradition and a lovely place, in fact a

weekend getaway for Mumbai residents, this place is developing and

would be very expensive in the near future, for more info you can visit

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vasai-Virar, http://vasai.com/, As per

your statement of Rs 3500/-, it is bit expensive, you can find lower

price,good quality apartments with your monthly expenses within Rs

10,000/-* I live in Mumbai and close to Vasai but within Mumbai city

limits with all facilities that you need to be in Mumbai.

* Rs 10,000/- would include your monthly rent of self contained flat,

normal food, toiletries, electricity, water, building/society maintainence charges etc..

Prices of the following are as follows:

Onions = Rs 6/- per kg
potatoes = Rs 12/- per kg
milk = Rs 13/- per kg (Govt)
bottled water - Rs 12/- per bottle (May get cheaper if you buy in bulk quantity)

May 6th, 2008, 20:30	#17
Martisha Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Madrid Posts: 23	Yoga, Hindi, and... Bollywood!! Hi everybody, i hope u r having a good week. For those with some extra time, pls, see if u can answer these (dhanyawad!): Hatha Yoga School? Where around in Mumbai? both central and a diferent area too. How much and how often for regular lessons? Same questions for Hindi and Bollywood dancing lessons, both private and at school? Do you know the teachers/schools yourselves?? How much? Thanks again.

May 7th, 2008, 16:16	#23
amarshah Maha Guru Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Mumbai, India Posts: 844	A 1BHK at 8k per month either central suburbs like Vikhroli/Mulund on the western line might get at Borivali i doubt any way closer.. the ideal option would be local train to Dadar (central stn for both western and central line). __________________ Cheers Amar Himalayan Trips - http://amards14.googlepages.com/

May 7th, 2008, 17:36	#26
snonymous xxx Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Mumbai Posts: 1,749	Property rentals and rates I dont know how reliable this site is but they advertise a lot: http://www.magicbricks.com

May 7th, 2008, 19:27	#28
Martisha Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Madrid Posts: 23	Yoga-hindi-bollywood [Thanks Snonymous & Avidtrekker] Let´s say I am already in Mumbai: with... a small flat (1 or 2 rooms), or a small nice house; public transport; food; Bollywood, Hindi and Yoga lessons; SOME DREAMS COME TRUE; (...) Big question is... i have my own calculations and figures, but a more "real" answer at this extent will help: How much a month you spend? If you live in Andheri, for example; or closer to Vasai (if cheaper), can you afford that with... Rs30000?? Do you always have to pay money in advance apart from your monthly rent (to the owner)? Asking for oneor tw months in advanc is normal? How does it work? Sorry for today's messy questions, and thanks everybody again. P.S. For Rs30000 a month, what can you do in Mumbai?

May 7th, 2008, 20:35	#29
AvidTrekker Veda Chanting & Mantra Yoga teacher Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: body in Mumbai, head in Himalaya Posts: 2,819	For Rs 30,000 in Mumbai For Rs 30,000... in Mumbai, if I had that budget... I would apportion it this way... Rs 10,000 for monthly rent. Even Central and North Mumbai not possible. I would choose Navi Mumbai area for relatively broad roads, quieter lifestyle, and "not-yet=fully-saturated" rail and road network. Rs 10,000 for monthly rent. I would choose Navi Mumbai. Can get studio apartment in "downtown" Vashi or a bigger apartment in Belapur etc. If I were single, I would choose Vashi, the most central location. If I wanted a bedroom separate, no choice but to go further. Most people would like the rent for eleven months in advance. Rs 2500 for electricity including airconditioning. Without aircon it will drop to 700 Rs 500 for laundry (wash cum iron)(dhobi comes home every day) Rs 1000 to 1500 for cleaning maid part time Rs 5000 for food. Alcohol NOT counted. Eating out in fancy places NOT counted. Rs 3000 for transportation. (public transport) Leaves you with 7500 for your Hindi, Yoga and dancing classes. May not be enough. If you go to Panvel, the rent will be around 5000. That can be put in classes. I have not calculated emergencies or shopping. Not enough money for that. 10,000 Rent 02,500 electricity 01,500 maid 00,500 laundry 05,000 food 03,000 transportation 07,500 classes ============== 30,000 Total ============== . .

Apr 29th, 2008, 21:29	#16
Martisha Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Madrid Posts: 23	thank you!

May 6th, 2008, 23:21	#18
liveinrythm Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Delhi Posts: 3	Hello Mumabai , I am also coming there by next week but dun know where i am going to stay please help help help me in finding a 1bed room kitchen near to prabhadevi as my office will be there . If anyone can advice me how much it will cost me for 1brk near to prabhadevi areas. Regards Joy

May 7th, 2008, 15:53	#22
liveinrythm Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Delhi Posts: 3	THanks alot buddy , it seems to be very expnesive and its not necessary for me to stay in Prabhadevi only. My office is there and please advice me where should i stay and can get 1brk in budget of max Rs8000 and how do i commute from there becoz i have no idea about the transportaion in mumbai.

May 7th, 2008, 16:28	#24
liveinrythm Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Delhi Posts: 3	Thanks Amar , any idea how much time it will take to reach prabhadevi from these places ?

May 7th, 2008, 18:33	#27
amarshah Maha Guru Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Mumbai, India Posts: 844	another one is www.99acres.com

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