Basavanagudi is one of the oldest residential and commercial locality in South Bangalore. The name “Basavanagudi” is derived from the famous Bull Temple in the area where Basava means bull and gudi means temple. DVG Road, the commercial street of Basavanagudi, is house to numerous retail businesses.
Apart from this, the locality is also famous for an array of historic restaurants including the very famous Vidyarthi Bhavan. There is not much scope for new residential apartments in the area, but the price of the existing real estate is on the rise.
Commute
Basavanagudi is well connected through all modes of transport. There are plenty of BMTC buses to and fro from here and also few Volvo buses that connect the area with other parts of the city. The Bangalore City Railway Station is about 4.6km while the International airport is at a distance of 38km.
Lifestyle
If you love shopping in the local and traditional market, Basavangudi would be a heaven for you. Some of the best restaurants ensure you enjoy finger-licking food. Also, there are several historical temples too.
Top Projects
Schools/Educational Institutions
- East-West School
- New Generation School
- The Kenmore English School
Hospitals
- The Bangalore Hospital
- BMS Hospital
- Trinity Hospital
The Real Estate Market
Basavanagudi houses some notable housing complexes along with many independent villas and houses. There is a steady increase in the price of existing properties and a high demand for commercial property. Currently, the average property price is Rs 10,108 per sq. ft.
What to Expect
One of the oldest localities in Bangalore, do not expect many new projects to come up. But if you get a good deal for an existing property, consider yourself lucky.