Anjali Tendulkar, wife of cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, has purchased a 391 sq ft apartment in Virar, a northern suburb of Mumbai, for ₹32 lakh, according to property registration documents accessed by Zapkey.com. The apartment is located in Peninsula Heights, a residential building in the region, and is situated on the third floor. The transaction was formally registered on May 30, 2025, involving stamp duty of ₹1.92 lakh and registration fees of ₹30,000.
In accordance with Maharashtra’s regulations for women homeowners, Anjali Tendulkar availed a 1% concession on stamp duty, which ranges between 5% and 7% in the state depending on the city and district. This concession forms part of state initiatives to encourage female ownership of residential properties.
Virar, part of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR), has witnessed growing interest among homebuyers seeking affordable housing options outside the city’s central areas. The locality offers a combination of residential developments, basic infrastructure, and improved connectivity to central Mumbai, making it attractive for first-time homeowners and small-scale investors. According to local brokers, residential property rates in Virar vary from ₹6,000 per sq ft to ₹9,000 per sq ft and higher depending on the exact location and building amenities.
The purchase highlights a trend among high-profile individuals looking for homes in suburban areas of major cities, balancing proximity to urban centers with more accessible pricing. Virar’s growing infrastructure and expanding social amenities have contributed to its increasing demand in recent years.
This development follows several high-profile property transactions in the Mumbai region this year. Earlier, interior designer Gauri Khan, wife of Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan, rented a 725 sq ft, 2BHK apartment in Mumbai’s Khar West for staff accommodation while their Mannat bungalow underwent renovation. The rental agreement, on a three-year leave and license basis, was signed at a starting monthly rent of ₹1.35 lakh. The flat is located approximately 100 meters from their residence in Pali Hill, reflecting the preference of prominent individuals to secure convenient housing arrangements near their primary homes.
Virar’s growth as a residential hub is also supported by its strategic location, with accessibility to Mumbai’s major commercial areas through existing road and rail networks. The suburb’s appeal is further enhanced by the presence of educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and retail developments, which cater to the day-to-day needs of residents.
The property purchase by Anjali Tendulkar is likely to reinforce confidence in Virar as an emerging destination for homebuyers seeking affordable options within the MMR. Analysts suggest that increased interest from high-profile buyers and improved infrastructure could drive further demand in the area, potentially influencing property valuations and attracting additional residential development projects.
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