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Old Jun 11th, 2008, 19:32   #1
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i'm moving to mumbai in september for work .... indefinetely
any ideas on where to start searching for a nice cow shed within commuting distance to anderi west?
i will appreciate any info, ok neighbourhoods to live, nice places to hang out, things to do etc.
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Old Jun 11th, 2008, 19:53   #2
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An idea of budget would help in Mumbai members recommending something.

Closest would be, well, Andheri West. Look at Versova, 7 Bungalows, Oshiwara too.

Generally, going North will be cheaper..Malad is one option.
and going South more expensive.

But do mention the budget (11 months rental advance is common in Mumbai) and also if there are other considerations, like schools etc.

Things to do and places to hang out are aplenty, and can be expensive... what are your interests?
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Old Jun 11th, 2008, 20:18   #3
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do you think i could find anything decent for about
30 000 - 40 000 rs a month? for a single person

i'm generally not too fussy but would like to be able to commute to anderi west without too much hassle
possibly by scooter/ autorikshaw

my interests? art architecture music photography movies culture yoga meditation and anything random mumbai has to offer
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Old Jun 12th, 2008, 01:01   #4
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do you think i could find anything decent for about
30 000 - 40 000 rs a month? for a single person

i'm generally not too fussy but would like to be able to commute to anderi west without too much hassle
possibly by scooter/ autorikshaw

my interests? art architecture music photography movies culture yoga meditation and anything random mumbai has to offer
For Rupees 40K per month you can get a very good apartment in Andheri (W)...

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Old Jun 12th, 2008, 19:50   #5
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thanks for that info
so where to start house hunting??
estate agents? are there any websites you can recommend?
any pitfalls i should be aware of?
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Old Jun 12th, 2008, 20:08   #6
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30/40k is a good budget.

As to the how, it can be a minefield sp. if you are not used to it. Browse this forum for more.

Best way is through local contacts
then newspapers
websites like 99acres.com, magicbricks.com and others, but people ask for too much there
then real estate 'agents' (unethical touts in many cases)
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thanks for getting back to me
in my experience with india i think it will probably be about talking to the right people at the right time and just hoping for a bit a good karma :-)
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Old Jun 17th, 2008, 21:31   #8
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Cool

I am hoping to move to Mumbai in beginning of October I am coming from England. Obviously cheaper to share, and would be nice to have some company.I'll be working for a production company.


Look forward to your reply!
Do not mind where really in Mumbai as long as accessible for transport... maybe Bandra...
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Old Jun 24th, 2008, 19:43   #9
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i'm moving to mumbai in september for work .... indefinetely
any ideas on where to start searching for a nice cow shed within commuting distance to anderi west?
i will appreciate any info, ok neighbourhoods to live, nice places to hang out, things to do etc.
Please visit meeraslist.com a free Classified listing service for Mumbai, Navi Mumbai regionit will help you to find out rooms, flats,etc.
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