New Link Road, Kandivali West

Should You Buy in New Link Road, Kandivali West? Our Honest View

New Link Road is the arterial road that runs parallel to the Western Railway line on the west side of Mumbai's northern suburbs, from Andheri through Goregaon, Malad and Kandivali to Borivali. In Kandivali West, the stretch along New Link Road has seen a wave of high-rise residential towers, many of them on former industrial land or through redevelopment. Metro Line 2A runs along this road, and Kandivali station on the Western Railway suburban line is a short drive away, with Mahavir Nagar, Charkop and Thakur Village among the nearby neighbourhoods.

Our honest view is that New Link Road in Kandivali West is a good fit for families who want a newer apartment in a well-served suburb with direct metro access along the western corridor. Markets, schools, malls and hospitals are well spread across Kandivali and neighbouring Malad and Borivali. The trade-offs are traffic on the Link Road at peak hours, construction activity from ongoing projects and the longer commute to south Mumbai. For buyers working in the western suburbs or in Andheri, it offers a practical balance of space and connectivity.

Who It Suits

• Families wanting a newer high-rise home in an established western suburb.
• Professionals working in Malad, Goregaon or Andheri who use the metro along Link Road.
• Buyers moving from older buildings in Kandivali, Malad or Borivali who want to stay in the area.
• Those who value malls, schools and hospitals within a short drive.

Projects We Recommend

On New Link Road in Kandivali West we currently cover Hiranandani Castalia by House of Hiranandani. Open the project card on this page for its location, homes and RERA details.

What to Watch Before Booking

• RERA registration: check the project on the MahaRERA website and confirm the tower and phase.
• Road noise: homes facing New Link Road can be noisy; look at the tower position and window design.
• Approach and parking: check the entry from Link Road and any service road, and parking for visitors.
• Monsoon: ask how nearby roads drain during heavy rain.
• Commute: time the trip to your office by metro, rail and road at peak hours.
• Builder track record: look at the developer's finished projects and how they are maintained.

How It Compares to Nearby

• Malad West: to the south, with large malls, offices at Mindspace and many new towers.
• Borivali West: to the north, settled and well liked, with Gorai and the national park within reach.
• Kandivali East: across the railway, with Thakur Village and access to the Western Express Highway.
• Charkop: a quieter, planned residential area to the west of Kandivali.

FAQ

Is there a metro on New Link Road?

Yes. Metro Line 2A runs along the Link Road through the western suburbs, with stations in Kandivali West.

How far is Kandivali station?

Kandivali station on the Western Railway suburban line is a short drive from most parts of the New Link Road stretch.

Is the area good for families?

Yes. Schools, hospitals, malls and markets are well spread across Kandivali, Malad and Borivali.

What is the main drawback?

Traffic and road noise on the Link Road at peak hours, and ongoing construction in the area.