Mahalunge is a village area in west Pune between Baner–Balewadi and Hinjewadi Phase 1, along the Mula River. It falls in PMRDA's planning area, which is developing the Mahalunge–Maan town planning scheme, and is a growing residential corridor for people working in Hinjewadi and Baner.
Where it is
- West of Balewadi across the Mula River, east of Hinjewadi Phase 1.
- Neighbouring villages include Nande, Sus and Maan.
- Mumbai–Bengaluru highway access through Baner and Balewadi.
Built, under way, or planned
| Item | Status label | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| Residential towers by several developers | Built and under construction | Occupancy certificates of nearby completed projects |
| Mahalunge–Maan town planning scheme | Planned and being developed by PMRDA | Which roads and plots are complete |
| Pune Metro Line 3 | Under construction or opening in phases; check | Nearest station status |
| Balewadi sports complex and high street | Operational | Distance and route |
| Schools and hospitals | Mostly in Baner, Balewadi, Hinjewadi | Names and travel times |
Who Mahalunge suits
- Households working in Hinjewadi, Baner or Balewadi.
- Buyers who want newer, larger projects than central west Pune offers at similar budgets.
- Buyers comfortable with an area that is still being built out.
The trade-offs
- Some internal roads, shops and services are still coming up.
- Peak-hour traffic on the Hinjewadi and Baner approaches.
- Much new supply under construction, which can slow resale.
Godrej projects in and around Mahalunge
| Project | Location | Indicative price | Possession |
|---|---|---|---|
| Godrej Elanor | Nande–Balewadi Road, Nande, Mulshi | ₹1.9 Cr to ₹2.09 Cr | MahaRERA completion 30 Sep 2032 |
| Godrej Hill Retreat Phase 2 | Mahalunge | ₹60 L to ₹92 L | MahaRERA completion 28 Mar 2027 |
| Godrej Hillside 3 | Mahalunge | ₹82 L to ₹1.04 Cr | MahaRERA completion 28 Feb 2028 |
| Godrej River Royale | Mahalunge–Nande Road, Mahalunge | From ₹3.05 Cr | MahaRERA completion 31 Mar 2029 |
Market data for west Pune
| Micro-market (BeyondWalls, 2025 transactions) | Units | Change vs 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Hinjewadi | 5,264 | −17% |
| Kothrud | 1,662 | +13% |
| Balewadi | 1,156 | +12% |
| Pashan | 788 | +6% |
| Punawale | 4,588 | −33% |
| Ravet | 4,515 | −26% |
BeyondWalls reports about 72,000+ Pune transactions in 2025 against about 92,000 in 2024. Mahalunge is not reported separately. Its totals differ from other firms because methods differ.
- West Pune: 40% of H2 2025 Pune sales (Knight Frank).
- Mahalunge 3 BHK median asking rent: ₹36,000 a month; Balewadi ₹50,000; Baner ₹55,000 (FindGhosla, Nov 2026).
Full data and links: Pune real estate market 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Is Mahalunge a good place to buy property?
It suits buyers working in Hinjewadi or Baner who accept an area still being built out. Judge it on today's access and services, not only plans.
Which authority plans Mahalunge?
PMRDA, the Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority.
Is Mahalunge part of Pune Municipal Corporation?
No. It is in PMRDA's planning area, which also affects the stamp duty rate.
Sources
- MahaRERA: Godrej Elanor project record, PR1260002602617
- Godrej Properties: official website
- PMRDA: Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority
- BeyondWalls: Pune 2025 Trends Report (PDF)
- GeoSquare: Pune housing market 3% decline in 2025 (Knight Frank data)
- FindGhosla: average rent in Pune, median owner asking rents (updated 13 Nov 2026)