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Nungambakkam, Chennai

Chennai Central, 600034

  • 4.2
  • (71 Reviews)
  • Cultural Venues
  • Premium Pockets
  • Dining Options
  • Good Schools Nearby
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  • Average Sale Price ₹ 19,000/Sq. Ft.

About Nungambakkam, Chennai

Nungambakkam is in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, and it falls under the Chennai Central micromarket. The pincode for this neighbourhood is 600034. People rate the locality 4.2 out of 5


Some parts of the housing market are already complete, with 130 ready-to-move societies. Others are still in progress, counting 5. A further 7 launches have come up recently.


The property supply comprises 4 types: 3 apartments, 1 independent house, 1 plot, and 1 land. Around 10 homes are listed for sale, and 31 are listed for rent. Sale prices average ₹20,850/sq.ft, though deals mostly fall in the ₹13.5k to ₹28.5k range. Rents in the locality start from 11k.


Infrastructure & Connectivity


Nungambakkam is linked to Chennai via metro, buses, and busy city roads. Thousand Lights Metro is the nearest stop, a little over a kilometre away. Most days on Nungambakkam High Road and Kodambakkam High Road are busy due to heavy traffic. These two routes still carry the bulk of the movement.


Colleges are close to the residential pockets. Loyola College is well known across Chennai, and Women’s Christian College adds to the academic profile. The Nungambakkam Bus Stand near Egmore handles daily commuters. Chennai International Airport is about 18 km from here. Hospitals include Apollo and Cloudnine, both of which are frequently used.


People shop at Ampa Skywalk or Ispahani Centre. Restaurants along Khader Nawaz Khan Road fill up quickly in the evenings. Hotels such as Harrisons and Radisson Blu bring visitors into the neighbourhood. The Sri Agastheeshwarar Prasanna Venkatesa Perumal Temple is an active religious spot in Nungambakkam.


How do People Rate Nungambakkam?


Nungambakkam in Chennai scores 4.2 out of 5 based on 51 reviews, and most comments highlight how central and convenient the locality feels. Residents like being close to Loyola College, Women’s Christian College, major hospitals and offices, as well as quick access to the metro, buses and suburban trains. People also praise the vibrant dining and nightlife on Khader Nawaz Khan Road, malls nearby and green pockets like Valluvar Kottam and Semmozhi Poonga.


On the flip side, reviewers repeatedly mention heavy traffic, parking trouble and noise, especially around main roads and construction zones. Some also point out broken stretches of road, waterlogging in parts, crime-prone blind spots, and relatively low rental yields despite high property prices. Overall, the reviews paint Nungambakkam as a premium, well-connected city address that offers substantial lifestyle benefits, though you may need to accept congestion and higher costs. It suits professionals, students and families alike.


Market Trends & Investment Potential


Most of the supply in Nungambakkam is apartments. Rentals tilt toward 3BHK. 7 resale homes are listed now on Square Yards' official website. Prices come later in the picture. The average sale price is ₹20,850/sq. ft., and homes usually trade in the ₹13.5k to ₹28.5k range. 11k is the starting rent price in the locality.

What’s new in Nungambakkam, Chennai? Recent & Future Developments

Last Update: 28 Jan 2026
28 Jan2026
Chennai Corporation Restructures into 20 Zones for Better Civic Services

The Greater Chennai Corporation (GCC) is increasing its administrative zones from 15 to 20 to improve civic services. This restructuring, based on population density, voter lists, and urban planning aspects, aims to ensure a fairer allocation of resources and more efficient service delivery, including waste management, water supply, street lighting, and road maintenance.

Source: TOI, Build Watch News
05 Oct2025

Residents have complained about debris from the Chennai Port-Maduravoyal Elevated Corridor Project being dumped in the Cooum river, reducing its width and increasing flood risk in areas like Egmore, Chintadripet, and Anna Nagar. The width of the river has been reduced to around 30 meters at several locations, while engineers suggest a minimum width of 70 meters is needed to prevent flooding during the monsoon.

Source: The Hindu

Explore Key Amenities in Nungambakkam, Chennai

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  • Schools

  • Hospitals

  • Temples

  • Banks

  • Parks

  • Churchs

  • Colleges and Universities

  • Post Offices

  • Cinema Halls

  • Shopping Malls

Schools Near by Nungambakkam
Good Shepherd Matriculation Higher Secondary School 0.36 KM
Chennai Boys Higher Secondary School 0.73 KM
Corporation Girls High School 0.81 KM
Chennai Girls Higher Secondary School 0.82 KM
Lady Andal Venkatashwara Metric Higher School 0.87 KM
Psbb Senior Secondary School 0.91 KM
Padma Seshadri Bala Bhavan Senior Secondary School 0.91 KM
Assumption Higher Secondary School 0.92 KM
Lady Andal Venkatasubbarao Matriculation School 0.96 KM
Punitha Joseph High School 1.01 KM
Hospitals Near by Nungambakkam
Sterling Hospital 0.10 KM
Sooriya Hospital Multi Speciality Hospitals In Chennai 0.43 KM
Meenakshi Maternity And Childrens Hospital 0.45 KM
Kanchi Kamakoti Childs Trust Hospital 0.58 KM
Pavithra Hospital 0.62 KM
Sankara Nethralaya 0.86 KM
Dr Mehtas Hospital 1.12 KM
Brs Hospital 1.17 KM
Sks Veterinary Hospital 1.21 KM
Srinivas Eye Hospital 1.48 KM
Temples Near by Nungambakkam
Murugan Temple 0.59 KM
Karukathamman Temple 0.81 KM
Angala Parameshwari Temple 0.88 KM
Angalamman Temple 0.89 KM
Mahalingeswarar Temple 1.19 KM
Sree Ayyapan Temple 1.50 KM
Sriarulmigu Ayyappan Temple 1.50 KM
Sri Periyapalaythamman Temple 2.09 KM
Kanniamman Temple 2.21 KM
Bala Subramanya Swami Temple 2.67 KM
Banks Near by Nungambakkam
Icici Bank Ltd Loan Division 0.30 KM
State Bank Of India Local Head Office 0.91 KM
Bank Of India 1.04 KM
Bandhan Bank 1.05 KM
Hdfc Bank 1.09 KM
Icici Bank 1.11 KM
Indian Overseas Bank 1.22 KM
Icici Bank Ltd Personal Loan Division 1.46 KM
Hdfc Bank Ltd Personal Loans 1.68 KM
Axis Bank Ltd 1.68 KM
Parks Near by Nungambakkam
Skating Rink Haddows Park 0.57 KM
Independence Day Park 0.73 KM
Eco Park And Boating 1.36 KM
Chetpet Lake 1.44 KM
Semmozhi Poonga 1.53 KM
Chari Park 2.03 KM
Gill Nagar Park 2.15 KM
Anna Walkers Park 2.33 KM
Panagal Park 2.65 KM
Thiru Vi Ka Park 2.78 KM
Churchs Near by Nungambakkam
Csi Arputha Zion Church 0.83 KM
Church Of St Joseph Worker 0.92 KM
Stteresas Church 0.94 KM
St Thomas Mar Thoma Church 1.17 KM
St Marys Orthodox Church 2.08 KM
Saint Antonys Church 2.10 KM
Wesley Church 2.27 KM
St Alphonsa Syro Malabar Church 2.42 KM
Sacred Heart Church 2.52 KM
Holy Trinity Malayalam Church 2.73 KM
Colleges and Universities Near by Nungambakkam
Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel University 0.18 KM
University Of East Anglia 1.31 KM
Manipal Global Education Services Pvt Ltd Corporate Office 1.74 KM
Coventry University 1.97 KM
Sastra University 2.26 KM
Prist University Admin Office 2.33 KM
Alagappa Institute Of Technology 2.50 KM
University Of Cambridge Esol Examinations 2.77 KM
Indira Gandhi National Open University 2.80 KM
Manimekalai Educational Institute 2.88 KM
Post Offices Near by Nungambakkam
Shell India Markets Pvt Ltd Customer Care 0.75 KM
Arulmigu Subba Vinayagar Tomple 1.06 KM
Post Office 1.16 KM
New Cathedral Service Station 1.34 KM
Sri Gangai Amman Kovil 1.54 KM
Post Office 1.67 KM
Hindustan Petroleum Fuel Station 1.69 KM
Elite Petrol Bharat Petroleum Bunk 1.73 KM
Kumaran Service Station 1.93 KM
Kohinoor 1.96 KM
Cinema Halls Near by Nungambakkam
Ags Cinemas 1.66 KM
Satyam Cinemas 1.68 KM
Ega Theatre 1.74 KM
Ega Cinemas 1.77 KM
Sangam Multiplex 1.97 KM
Sangam Cinemas 1.98 KM
Escape Cinemas Express Avenue Mall 2.19 KM
Xd Cinema Express Avenue Mall 2.19 KM
Woodlands Theatre 2.32 KM
Woodlands Cinemas 2.33 KM
Shopping Malls Near by Nungambakkam
Nuts N Spices 0.75 KM
Ispahani Centre 0.98 KM
Vijay Super Market 1.22 KM
Apollo Dubai Plaza 1.39 KM
Fountain Plaza 1.45 KM
Alsa Mall 1.54 KM
Kalpaviruksha Super Market 1.58 KM
Sathyam Cinemas 1.67 KM
Prince Plaza 1.91 KM
Kences Towers 1.97 KM

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Price Rates & Insights for Nungambakkam

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Price Trend in Nungambakkam
Nungambakkam's average asking price is cooling quarter-on-quarter, compared with Chennai Central.
Quarter Child Rate Parent Rate
Dec 2025 19000 18000
Sep 2025 20900 13450
Jun 2025 18200 9550
Mar 2025 20050 9250
Asking Price in Nungambakkam
Nungambakkam has 26 Listings on Marketplaces with Median Price of ₹ 19 K/Sq.Ft.
Transaction Value Sale Count
10.5K - 13.5K 6
13.5K - 16.5K 3
16.5K - 20K 4
20K - 23K 5
23K - 26.5K 5
26.5K - 29.5K 3
Rental Supply in Nungambakkam
Monthly Rent in Nungambakkam ranges from ₹ 11 K to ₹ 4.5 L with options available for 1,2,4 BHK units
Configurations In Nungambakkam
1 BHK ₹ 11 K
2 BHK ₹ 27 K
4 BHK ₹ 4.5 L
Near by Locations in Nungambakkam
Nungambakkam avg. price is ₹ 19 K/Sq.Ft. compared to Chennai at ₹ 9.8 k/Sq.Ft.
₹ 33,150
Poes Garden
₹ 19,000
Nungambakkam
₹ 18,750
Anna Nagar East
₹ 16,800
Purasawakkam
₹ 12,600
Kodambakkam
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Property Demand & Supply in Nungambakkam, Chennai

  • Sale
  • Rent
By Property Type
Demand
Supply
Apartment
41%
43%
Independent House
55%
29%
Land
2%
15%
By BHK
Demand
Supply
3 BHK
36%
60%
5 BHK
39%
20%
6+ BHK
21%
20%
By Budget
Demand
Supply
2 Cr. - 5 Cr.
39%
15%
Above 5 Cr.
60%
86%
By Property Type
Demand
Supply
Apartment
24%
5%
Co-working Space
18%
26%
Independent House
4%
3%
Office Space
45%
54%
Office Space in IT/SEZ
7%
14%
By BHK
Demand
Supply
2 BHK
8%
34%
3 BHK
20%
67%
By Budget
Demand
Supply
Below 15000
1%
5%
15000 - 30000
34%
19%
30000 - 50000
32%
40%
Above 50000
32%
38%

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Reviews & Ratings of Nungambakkam, Chennai

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Read the reviews about Nungambakkam, Chennai and see what residents and real estate experts have to say about the project.

4.2
71 Ratings
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  • 1 Star
What’s good
  • Near Metro or Good Public Transport
  • Reputed Schools or Hospitals in the Vicinity
  • Plenty of Shopping & Entertainment Options Nearby
  • Centrally Located with Good Connectivity
What’s bad
  • Decaying or Broken Roads
  • Water Logging & Sewage Disposal Problems
  • Low Rental Yield
  • Crime Prone with Blind Spots
Top Reviews
Ganesh Arun
Tenant
Positive

I like Nungambakkam since my experiences seem energetic and practical. Nearby I have businesses, clinics, schools, and institutions. At neighbourhood restaurants, I unwind with my family. I work nearby Mount Road. I recommend it also for students. Though I adore this location, rapid repair is needed for parking deficiencies and traffic noise.

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Murugan Velu
Real estate agent
Positive

I recommend Nungambakkam since my observations indicate great demand and core worth. The surrounding area has excellent hospitals, colleges and schools. Because of safety, I advise it for families. I help clients to College Road's cafes and shopping malls. Traffic congestion and insufficient parking need attention in this locality.

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Saravanan Ramaswamy
Owner
Positive

Living in Nungambakkam, I enjoy the central atmosphere. The simple connection to Mount Road is what appeals most to me. Daily I travel through the Thousand Lights Metro stop. My experiences are wonderful since my family feels secure here. My ideas include addressing the significant contamination and the waterlogging during downpours.

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Sri Sabhapati
Owner
Positive

Having a house in Nungambakkam makes me really delighted. For convenient travel, I use Anna Salai and the local station. Just a short distance away is my Khader Nawaz Khan Road office. Apollo Hospital and Padma Seshadri School should both be considered. Dining at Pumpkin Tales is something I really enjoy. Unfortunately, waterlogging really bugs us in this region.

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Anindita Sinha
Real estate agent
Positive

Families and professionals will find Nungambakkam quite highly recommended. Here, I emphasize Apollo Hospital and other known schools and institutions. Nearby I point to consulates, commercial hubs, and offices. I clarify excellent bus, subway, and railway connections. I point out critical demands, including improved drainage updates, traffic control, more efficient inside road maintenance, and parking arrangements.

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Arnav Gogawale
Tenant
Positive

Every day, I feel quite glad living in Nungambakkam. I appreciate the central position, stores, and quiet streets. Often, I travel by train from Nungambakkam station, buses, and the Metro nearby. I have a soft spot for Semmozhi Poonga cafés and walks. I depend on Apollo Hospital. Traffic noise, excessive rents, and occasional waterlogging annoy me.

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Antara
Former resident
Positive

Although I only resided briefly in Nungambakkam, I completely fell in love with it. Particularly the residential streets close to Loyola College, it felt very safe and lovely. The main location was very beneficial; nearby Metro access made commuting easy and I was always near important workplaces such the Income Tax Office. Knowing there were great medical facilities nearby like Sterling and Medindia Hospitals, my brief experience was calming. The energetic dining scene in the neighbourhood was my favourite; eateries such Lord of the Drinks added a vibrant, sophisticated flair. One area requiring development was the terrible traffic congestion, particularly near Sterling Road at busy periods. Anyone seeking a central location should certainly visit Nungambakkam.

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Ganesh
Tenant
Positive

The tree-lined roadways and combination of historic residences and modern flats produce a welcoming but sophisticated atmosphere. I believe the connectivity is great. My trip is easy due to the nearby metro, bus routes, and local train station. In minutes, I may go into upscale restaurants or boutique stores and still retire in the evening to quiet suburban side-streets. Reach is easy for elite institutions, hospitals, parks and green areas which is calming. I feel at ease wandering throughout even late in the day; it's a calm neighbourhood. The lone change I want is for better parking and less traffic on main roadways. Finding a decent location can be challenging during peak hours.

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Raja
Real estate agent
Positive

Offering customers a sought-after address that guarantees both elegance and practicality, Nungambakkam is absolutely Chennai's cultural and financial center. Families looking for quality of life will find this area perfect thanks to its strong social infrastructure, including premier educational institutions like Loyola College and several well-known hospitals. Its prime positioning, enabled by the metro and important arterial roads like Anna Salai, promises great access to major employment centers, hence generating high rental returns. This ongoing demand for its combination of luxury residences and individual homes guarantees significant capital appreciation for investors. There is, however, an obvious need for immediate infrastructure maintenance to control the continual noise disturbance from construction projects, which occasionally threatens the quiet residential character of the neighborhood. This is certainly where contemporary chances mix with antique allure.

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Rahil
Owner
Positive

Nungambakkam is a prime locality in Chennai, at least in my opinion. I love the vibe of the place, with its charming heritage villas and tree-lined thoroughfares. Also, the downtown location is very convenient, to say the least. Multiple consulates are situated here, along with five-star hotels, fine-dining restaurants, and more. That’s the vibe of this posh area, while many art galleries and cultural hubs are also situated here. The only issue here is the traffic jams, which happen mainly in the evening. Aside from this aspect, Nungambakkam is perhaps one of the best places to live in the city, if you can afford the high property rates.

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Sai
Owner
Positive

Nungambakkam is a prime locality, which offers everything that you need at your fingertips. I find it very posh and premium, especially in terms of the crowd that stays here. Loyola College, Apollo Hospital, and many other schools and hospitals can be accessed quickly from the locality. There are some top residential projects here, while railway station access is another advantage. I personally use the Poonamallee High Road or Anna Salai for my commutes, and both are also easy to reach from here. I also feel that the boutiques and cafes make weekend entertainment very accessible for us. Water supply issues in peak summers are the only problem for the neighbourhood.

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Rashi
Owner
Positive

Hospitals like Kauvery and Apollo are easily accessible, along with Loyola College and several other educational institutions. Also, there’s a certain prestige associated with living in the area, with its luxury projects and charming old houses. I also love how close the railway station is, along with Anna Salai and the Poonamallee High Road. The streets are lined with trees and there’s good safety for those living in the neighborhood as well. Cafes, restaurants, shopping outlets, and boutiques- everything is nearby, along with multiple consulates for that posh feel. I feel that traffic congestion and water shortages in summers are two issues that the civic bodies must fix here. Otherwise, everything is perfect from a livability point of view.

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Ragini
Real estate agent
Positive

I reside and market houses in Nungambakkam and appreciate its central, cultured atmosphere. Valluvar Kottam, consulates and historic clubs provide the area with real character. The local railway station and regular bus services keep the area nicely connected and Anna Salai is just a short drive away for offices and shopping. Quality schools, hospitals and boutique retail result in families having essentials nearby. Commercial activity and office pockets nearby maintain rental demand consistent, although rates here are upscale in relation to suburbs. Tree-lined avenues and tiny parks introduce tranquility among busy roads. I would suggest Nungambakkam to shoppers seeking a city address with pedestrian advantages and civic amenities. I believe certain alterations are recurring monsoon waterlogging and crumbling road stretches that require immediate civic action

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Adhish
Owner
Positive

Nungambakkam is a peaceful place to stay in, and the central location is a big plus point. The metro access is there, along with the railway station, MTC bus network, autos, taxis, and more. The Guindy (where I work), Ambattur, and SIDCO estates are all nearby, and this means that the area has a good population of professionals working in these zones. I find it to be a family-friendly and welcoming zone, with plenty of institutions like Apollo Hospitals, Stella Maris College, Loyola College, and more. There is the Phoenix Market City nearby, along with the lovely Panagal Park. Despite being such a posh and costly locality, there is still heavy traffic congestion, waterlogging, and drainage issues that need to be fixed.

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Sourasis
Owner
Positive

Goregaon West it is like the ideal mix of suburban life and city accessibility. Our area is very well served by the Western Line local trains and both the Western Express Highway and JVLR, so commuting to the principal business hubs such as Andheri is a breeze. We have great social infrastructure here, with excellent schools and hospitals in the vicinity, so that all that we require is at hand. The region is also very safe, and the new Goregaon-Mulund Link Road GMLR is assuring gigantic future infrastructure development. That said, considering our low-lying terrain, we absolutely need strong development in the road and drainage conditions to avoid waterlogging during the heavy monsoon months.

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FAQs

Q: What is Nungambakkam, Chennai, famous for?

Nungambakkam is famous for being one of Chennai’s prime commercial and residential areas. It has shopping streets, embassies, star hotels, colleges, and cultural centres that keep it active throughout the day.

Q: Which part of Chennai is Nungambakkam located in?

It lies in the city's central part. The area is close to T. Nagar, Egmore, and Anna Salai, making it well-connected to major business and shopping hubs.

Q: Is Nungambakkam costly?

Yes, it is considered an upscale locality. Property prices and rentals are on the higher side due to its central location and the presence of premium establishments.

Q: What is the PIN code of Nungambakkam, Chennai?

The PIN code for Nungambakkam is 600034.

Q: Is Nungambakkam, Chennai, a good place to live?

For many families and professionals, it is a preferred address. The area offers reputed schools, colleges, restaurants, and hospitals, along with good transport links. The only drawbacks are traffic congestion and higher living costs.

Q: What is the average sale price in Nungambakkam?

The average sale price is ₹ 20,850/sq. ft. Most deals still fall within ₹ 13.5k to ₹ 28.5k.

Q: Is resale property common in Nungambakkam?

There are about 7 homes currently available for resale in Nungambakkam.

Q: Which property type is most available for buyers?

For buyers, apartments make up most of the supply.

Q: Which rental homes are currently the most popular?

Tenants mostly look at 3BHK. That’s where demand is highest.

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