India, Sept. 11 -- Once seen as a satellite town, Thane has transformed into one of the most sought-after residential destinations in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR). Excellent connectivity through the Eastern Express Highway, Ghodbunder Road, and upcoming metro corridors has driven steady demand from both end-users and investors. Significantly more affordable than Mumbai, Thane offers better value for money. For buyers with a budget of around Rs.1 crore, several leading developers are offering 1 BHK units in well-connected locations.

Experts point out that while property values in Thane have risen consistently over the past five years driven by infrastructure upgrades and spillover demand from Mumbai, the city still offers comparat...