October 23, 2025: Mumbai’s infrastructure challenges are increasingly shaping property investment decisions, with buyers factoring in road quality, travel time, and connectivity before finalising deals. For many, daily commute convenience now outweighs square footage.
Homebuyer Kunal Joshi, exploring flats in Dahisar, said, “Near Dahisar and Borivali stations, about 10–15 minutes away, a compact 2BHK of around 550 sq ft costs Rs 1.20–1.60 crore. However, beyond the Link Road, closer to the creek where the Coastal Road is expected to come up in the next 7–10 years, apartments of 600–650 sq ft are available in the same price range.” He added that while the locality currently struggles with poor roads and traffic congestion, “developers are compensating by offering more space for the same price.”
Experts say that potholes, uneven roads, and frequent barricading for maintenance are taking a visible toll on buyer sentiment and property values. “Even if the apartment itself is perfect, the daily commute can become a nightmare due to poor roads. Potential buyers frequently reconsider properties in areas with bad road conditions, even if the prices are lower,” said real estate consultant Tejas Vyas.
Mumbai has witnessed recurring road quality issues, from uneven patches on the Mumbai Coastal Road and Atal Setu to potholes along the Western Express Highway and suburbs like Andheri and Ghatkopar. A recent viral video of the Palava flyover in Thane needing repairs hours after opening highlighted these ongoing concerns.
Civil engineer Sudhir Badami noted, “Construction should strictly follow specifications, and work must not be rushed. While multiple agencies may be involved, proper execution and supervision during construction or repair work are the only solutions.”
Source: Hindustan Times
