Located in the southern part of the city, Ashok Nagar is one of the well-established localities in Chennai. In the 1970s, the Tamil Nadu Housing Board constructed mid-income group flats in the area, followed by a shopping complex, shops, banks etc. In the latter part of the 80s, the Udhayam Theatre complex and the ESI hospital came into being. Now, the locality has every civic amenity required for a comfortable living.
Did You Know?
The neighbourhood gets its name from the Ashoka Pillar. A replica of the four-lion head stump stands right in the middle of this locality.
Commute
Travelling to any part of Chennai is not a problem from Ashok Nagar. The area has both intercity and intra-city services, along with auto-rickshaws and taxis. The metro station next to the Udhayam Theatre makes commuting even easier.
Lifestyle
The area is home to people from different walks of life. It boasts of robust infrastructure with all the essential amenities located in the vicinity. The locality has several cineplexes and shopping malls. 5E Park, the Manthope Colony Ground with facilities for cricket, football, lawn tennis and badminton, and the Pudhur High School Ground are some places where children can play.
Eating Out
If you are a foodie, you needn’t worry. The neighbourhood has some great eateries like China Palace, Palmshore, Wang’s Kitchen along with popular fast food joints like KFC, Pizza Hut, French Loaf, cafes and ice-cream parlours.
Top Projects
Schools/Educational Institutions
• Sri Chaitanya Techno School
• Kendriya Vidyalaya
• Vidya Niketan
• Arise N Shine
• Eurokids
• Stella Matutina College of Education
Hospitals
• Dr Agarwal’s Eye Hospital
• Cosmosis Hospital
• Pallava Hospital
• Arun’s Dental Art
The Real Estate Market
Ashok Nagar offers a mix of affordable and luxury homes. On an average, the property values are in the range of Rs 8,056 – 15,800 per sq. ft.
What to Expect?
The addition of the metro station, opening up new business establishments, and good connectivity with other parts of Chennai have helped Ashok Nagar climb the realty ladder. With several new residential projects on the anvil, the property prices are expected to further increase in the times to come.