Explore Borivali West

Places to See

Places to See in Borivali West

Landmarks, leisure spots and local gems worth exploring in Borivali West.

Food to Explore

Food to Explore in Borivali West

Borivali West has a diverse food scene with local specialities and popular eateries.

Nightlife

Evenings in Borivali West

Borivali West is a family-first suburb - evenings revolve around cinemas, late-night street food, garden walks and the buzz of the Navghar Road market rather than clubs.

Micro-Localities

Areas Within Borivali West

borivali-west is a collection of distinct micro-areas, each with its own character, community and livability quotient.

Planned Colony

IC Colony, Borivali West

Borivali West's most prestigious residential pocket - wide roads, bungalows, co-operative societies and a strong community feel. Predominantly Gujarati.

Residential

Shimpoli, Borivali West

A dense, well-established residential pocket with a mix of old buildings and new redevelopment projects. Close to SGNP and popular with families.

Mixed Use

Eksar, Borivali West

A growing residential and commercial pocket with new housing projects, local markets and good Metro 2A connectivity.

Market Hub

Dahanukarwadi, Borivali West

A vibrant commercial and residential pocket known for its local market, Ganesh festival celebrations and strong community identity.

Commercial

Chandavarkar Road, Borivali West

Character & Vibe

What Makes Borivali West Tick

An honest snapshot — the energy, the people, the pace. The kind of thing no other directory tells you.

Character & Vibe An honest snapshot - the energy, the people, the pace. The kind of thing no other directory tells you. Borivali West is Mumbai's green lung suburb. It wakes up early - morning walkers head to SGNP's gates by 6am, the station gets busy by 7:30am, and Chandavarkar Road hums with shoppers and office-goers by 9am. By evening, IC Colony's wide lanes fill with families on evening walks, and the food stalls near the station do brisk business. It's overwhelmingly Gujarati in character - farsan shops, Jain restaurants, garba grounds and community halls define the social fabric. But it's also home to Maharashtrian families, South Indian communities and a growing number of young professionals drawn by the greenery, connectivity and relative affordability compared to Andheri or Bandra.

Green & LeafyFamily-OrientedGujarati HeartlandSGNP AdjacentWell ConnectedAffordable vs AndheriCommunity Strong

Real Estate

Property Prices in Borivali West

An area-by-area breakdown of current property rates in Borivali West Based on local listings data - updated May 2026.

IC Colony - 2BHK -

₹1.5 – 2.2 Cr

Rent: ₹28,000 – ₹45,000/mo

Shimpoli / Eksar - 3BHK -

₹2.2 – 3.5 Cr

Rent: ₹40,000 – ₹60,000/mo

Chandavarkar Road / Poisar - 1BHK -

₹80 L – 1.2 Cr

Rent: ₹18,000 – ₹28,000/mo

Chandavarkar Rd - Commercial Shop (per sqft) -

₹90 – ₹160/sqft

Rent: Lease: Negotiable, 3–5 year terms

* Prices are indicative based on local property listings data, May 2026. Actual rates vary by floor, building age and specific sub-area. Always verify with a registered real estate agent.

Education

Schools & Colleges in Borivali West

From reputed SSC and CBSE schools to a well-known degree college - Borivali West has solid educational options for every stage.

St. Francis D'Assisi High School, Borivali West

Borivali West

SSC

Gurukul School, Borivali West

IC Colony, Borivali West

CBSE

Podar International School, Borivali West

Shimpoli, Borivali West

CBSE / IB

Don Bosco High School, IC Colony

IC Colony, Borivali West

SSC

Swami Vivekanand International School, Borivali West

Borivali West

CBSE

Healthcare

Hospitals & Healthcare in Borivali West

From multi-speciality hospitals to 24-hour clinics - here's where Borivali West residents go for medical care.

Super-speciality

Wockhardt Hospital, Borivali West

One of Borivali West's most equipped hospitals - cardiology, orthopaedics, neurology and 24-hour emergency services.

Municipal Hospital

Bhagwati Municipal Hospital, Borivali West

BMC-run hospital serving Borivali West with affordable OPD, maternity, surgery and emergency services for local residents.

Multi-speciality

Riddhi Vinayak Hospital, Borivali West

Well-regarded multi-speciality hospital in Borivali West with maternity, ICU, surgery and general medicine departments.

General Hospital

Shree Sai Hospital, Borivali West

Accessible multi-speciality hospital serving IC Colony and Shimpoli with emergency, ICU and OPD services.

24-Hour Clinic

Lifeline Hospital, Borivali West

24-hour multi-speciality hospital near Borivali Station - general physician, minor surgery, diagnostics and emergency care.

Banking & Finance

Banks & ATMs in Borivali West

All major Indian banks are well-represented across Borivali West - branches along Navghar Road, Indralok, Golden Nest and the station belt.

State Bank of India

HDFC Bank

ICICI Bank

Axis Bank

Bank of Baroda

Kotak Mahindra Bank

Punjab National Bank

Saraswat Co-op Bank

Markets & Shopping

Markets & Shopping in Borivali West

Beyond the showrooms - the sabzi mandis, township markets and local street bazaars that keep Borivali West running every day.

Borivali West Station Market

The area's busiest daily market - vegetables, fruits, fish, flowers and provisions right outside Borivali Station (West).

IC Colony Market, Borivali West

A well-organised local market serving IC Colony - daily provisions, farsan shops, dairy and household goods.

Chandavarkar Road Shopping Strip

Clothing, electronics, jewellery, footwear and household goods - Borivali West's main commercial shopping street.

Dahanukarwadi Weekly Bazaar

Affordable clothes, household goods and street food - a popular weekend outing for Borivali West families.

Shimpoli Local Market, Borivali West

Neighbourhood market serving Shimpoli residents - fresh produce, dairy, provisions and local snack stalls.

Business & Employment

Work & Business in Borivali West

Borivali West is largely residential, with local trade, retail and small industry driving employment, plus easy commutes to nearby job hubs.

Retail & Commerce

Chandavarkar Road Commercial Belt

Hundreds of shops, showrooms, restaurants and service businesses along Chandavarkar Road and S.V. Road employ thousands of local residents.

Healthcare

Hospitals & Clinics, Borivali West

Wockhardt, Bhagwati Municipal Hospital, Riddhi Vinayak and multiple nursing homes collectively employ a large local healthcare workforce.

Education

Schools & Coaching Institutes, Borivali West

Podar International, Don Bosco, Gurukul and dozens of coaching classes and tuition centres employ a significant number of teachers and support staff.

Tourism & Forest

Sanjay Gandhi National Park Administration

SGNP employs forest guards, guides, administrative staff and supports a local eco-tourism economy including boat rides, lion safaris and nature trails.

Hospitality

Area at a Glance

Civic Data - Borivali West

The essential administrative and civic facts every resident and visitor should know about borivali west.

Pin Codes

400092, 400091

Municipal Body

MCGM (BMC) - R/N Ward

Assembly Constituency

Borivali (156)

Police Station

Borivali, IC Colony

Post Offices

Borivali West, IC Colony

Fire Station

Borivali Fire Station

Est. Popul.

7 Lakh+ (2026 est.)

BMC Ward Office

R/N Ward - Borivali West

Local Life

Living in Borivali West

Everything you need to know about daily life, housing and community in Borivali West.

Housing & Property in Borivali West

₹80L–₹3.5Cr depending on sub-area - Poisar affordable, IC Colony and Shimpoli premium. Strong rental demand from young professionals and families.

Schools & Education in Borivali West

Podar International, Don Bosco, Gurukul, St. Francis D'Assisi - a solid spread of boards and levels for families.

Healthcare in Borivali West

Wockhardt, Bhagwati Municipal, Riddhi Vinayak and Lifeline Hospital - plus multiple diagnostic centres and 24-hour pharmacies throughout the area.

Community Character of Borivali West

Gujarati families, Jain community, Maharashtrian residents, South Indian professionals - a warm, family-oriented suburb with strong community bonds.