Jalahalli West

Flanked by Hesaraghatta Main Road, Jalahalli West is predominantly a residential locality seated in the north-western quadrant of Bengaluru. Engulfed by a multitude of water bodies and green patches, the locality hosts the famous Air Force Training Center and a few well-known temples. The Jarkabandi State Forest lies in proximity to the locality, and provides a calm and tranquil environment in the region. Jalahalli West also shares proximity to localities like Kammagondanahalli, Chikbanavara, Thamennahalli, and Yeshwantpur.

The locality boasts of top-notch social establishments like Sree Ayyappan Education Center, Sapthagiri College of Engineering, and Sri Krishna Institute of Technology, along with healthcare centres such as Nandi Clinic, Eskay Health Care, NRR Hospital, and Speciality Dental Clinic spread across this locality.

The area also enjoys sufficient supply of water and electricity. The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) and Bangalore Electricity Supply Company (BESCOM) provide water and electricity to the area.

The presence of several malls and stores in and around Jalahalli West adds to its realty appeal. Fashion Mall, Rockline Mall, Reliance Fresh, Big Bazaar, and Shop Mall Store are few such establishments. An array of fine eateries also dot the streets of the locality. The availability of such well-developed social and commercial establishments in and around this locality encourages families, couples, and retirees to invest in a property here.

Connectivity and Transit Points

Jalahalli West is a well-connected locality, with operational roads and public transport that contribute greatly to the area’s connectivity. It is connected to Tumkur Road via Hesaraghatta Main Road, which connects it to Tharabahalli, Hesaraghatta, Marthi Nagar, and Kodagi Thirumalapura. Tumkur Road further links the area to towns and cities like Nelamangala, Mangalore, and Tumkur.

Direct BMTC buses are available from Jalahalli West Bus Stop and BMTC Bus Stop, facilitating intra-city travel to places like Yeshwantpur, Yelahanka, Shivajinagar, and Hebbal. Locals can board buses to cities such as Mangalore, Mumbai, and Coimbatore from Kempegowda Bus Station, which is situated 16 km from Jalahalli West.

Rail transport is facilitated by Chikbanavara Railway Station, which is located at a distance of 3 km from here. Trains from this station facilitate inter-city travel to Shimoga, Hubli, Tumkur, and Hospet. Bangalore City Junction is situated 12 km from the locality and provides travel to various cities like Hyderabad, Mysore, and Chennai among others. Kempegowda International Airport, which facilitates air travel, is situated at a distance of 35 km from the locality, and can be reached within an hour via NH-7.

Major Landmarks

•        Air Force Technical College
•        Hapi Engineering & Infotech Pvt
•        Shettihalli Lake
•        Exodus Music School
•        Muneshwara Temple
•        Dakshinamurthy temple
•        Rolls Corner
•        Leisure Plaza
•        Sapthagiri College of Engineering
•        Daily Bread
•        NRR Hospital
•        Ayyappa Temple
•        Jalahalli West Bus Stop
•        BMTC Bus Stop
•        Gold Finch Fitness Countygym

Factors for Growth in the Past

Proximity to well-developed roads like Tumkur Road and Hesaraghatta Main Road enhanced connectivity in Jalahalli West, linking it to nearby regions such as Peenya Industrial Area. This factor brought in a new wave of development, causing its realty market to flourish.

The availability of abundant land was another factor that contributed to the growth of the area. This factor prompted several reputed builders such as Kumar Properties Private Limited, Shriram Properties Private Limited, and Donata Developers to set up numerous residential projects in the region.

Presence of an active transport system within the locality resulted in the improvement of the locality’s connectivity to other regions in and around Bengaluru. Several professionals preferred moving to this part of the city, mainly because of its proximity to industrial regions such as Peenya Industrial Area and Jalahalli East, making it a residential hub.

Residential and Commercial Market

Residential Market Trends

Jalahalli West houses a multitude of property types such as apartments, independent houses, villas, and plots. Apartments, which dominate the property spectrum in this Jalahalli West, sell at an average rate of Rs 4,550 per sq. ft. The average rate of independent houses in Jalahalli West is Rs 7,070 per sq. ft. The price of residential plots in Jalahalli West range from Rs 28 lakh to Rs 33 lakh, while the price range of 2-3 BHK apartment units lies between Rs 30 lakh and Rs 80 lakh.

The rent culture in the area is slowly catching up. The rent rate of 3 BHK apartment units in the area is Rs 16 per sq. ft. and the rental price for 3 BHK apartment units here ranges from Rs 12,000 per month to Rs 30,000 per month.

Commercial Market Trends

The locality’s commercial market has been rising steadily for the past few years. The average rate of commercial plots here is Rs 2,500 per sq. ft. The rental rate for office here is Rs 62 per sq. ft, and the rental rate for shops is Rs 66 per sq. ft. The rent prices for offices lie between Rs 2.30 lakh per month and Rs 2.45 lakh per month, whereas the rent for shops in this locality range from Rs 2 lakh per month to 2.5 lakh per month.

Major Challenges

Poor waste disposal management is one of the major issues hovering over this locality, affecting the health of the residents. Absence of streetlights in a few areas of this locality also add to the woes of the locals. Bad roads in few internal areas are also a cause of worry here, making commuting difficult especially during monsoon.

Factors for Growth in the Future

Jalahalli West is bustling with numerous ongoing residential projects such as Shriram Sameeksha, G M Infinite Daffodils, Kumar Princetown, and Donata County, which are slated for completion soon. The completion of these projects will catalyse the development of the residential market in the area.

The completion of the first phase of the Bangalore Metro Rail project will enhance connectivity in areas such as Jalahalli West. Also, the locality's proximity to Tumkur Road will greatly benefit the locality in the coming years. The proposed Bengaluru-Mumbai Industrial Corridor, which is expected to link Bengaluru to Mumbai, will enhance the industrial activity along Tumkur Road. This in turn will bring in ample opportunities for growth in the area, and will transform Jalahalli West into a well-developed locality.