South Chennai

It is the southern part of the city that extends from Adyar and Guindy towards OMR, ECR, GST Road and the outer suburbs. It brings together beaches, IT parks, railway corridors, family neighbourhoods and large new housing projects.

This region offers more than one type of city life. Adyar and Thiruvanmiyur have an established social setup. Velachery and Pallikaranai offer city access with many apartment choices.

Perungudi, Thoraipakkam and Sholinganallur are closer to OMR offices. Siruseri, Padur and Kelambakkam offer newer projects at lower prices.

ECR has beach-side villas and premium apartments. GST Road gives direct access to the airport, suburban railway and the growing areas beyond Tambaram.

This wide choice helps buyers select a home based on their workplace, budget and family needs.

OMR – The IT and Apartment Belt

Old Mahabalipuram Road begins near Madhya Kailash and continues through Perungudi, Thoraipakkam, Sholinganallur, Navalur and Siruseri.

The road has IT parks, office campuses and hundreds of apartment projects. TIDEL Park, Ramanujan IT City, Perungudi business parks and SIPCOT Siruseri support regular housing and rental demand.

A 2 BHK along OMR can cost from about ₹60 Lakhs to ₹1 Cr. Larger 3 BHK homes may range from ₹90 Lakhs to ₹1.6 Cr, based on the project and exact location.

ECR – Coastal Homes and Premium Living

East Coast Road runs through Thiruvanmiyur, Neelankarai, Injambakkam, Akkarai, Uthandi and Kanathur.

This belt has villas, beach houses, premium apartments and smaller gated communities. Prices are higher near Thiruvanmiyur and Neelankarai and become lower towards the outer ECR areas.

ECR suits buyers who want more privacy and coastal access. They should still check the distance to schools, offices and public transport.

GST Road – Airport, Railway and Suburban Access

GST Road connects Guindy and the airport with Pallavaram, Chromepet, Tambaram, Perungalathur and Vandalur.

Pallavaram and Chromepet are useful for airport and railway access. Tambaram is a larger transport and shopping centre with both suburban and long-distance trains.

Apartment prices along this corridor are often lower than in Adyar or core OMR. Many 2 BHK homes around Tambaram fall between ₹50 Lakhs and ₹80 Lakhs.

For premium city living: Adyar, Besant Nagar and Thiruvanmiyur offer established roads, schools, hospitals and beach access. Property prices are among the highest in this part of Chennai.

For IT employees: Perungudi, Thoraipakkam, Sholinganallur, Navalur and Siruseri reduce the daily trip to OMR offices.

For families: Velachery, Pallikaranai, Medavakkam and Tambaram have schools, hospitals, shops and apartments across different budgets.

For airport and railway access: Pallavaram, Chromepet and Tambaram offer better access to GST Road, Chennai Airport and suburban trains.

For lower-priced new homes: Padur, Kelambakkam, Perungalathur and outer Tambaram have larger ongoing projects and lower entry prices.

For villas: Neelankarai, Injambakkam, Akkarai, Uthandi and parts of OMR have gated villas and independent homes.

Adyar is one of the costliest residential areas in the southern belt. Apartment rates commonly range from about ₹15,250 to ₹21,000 per sq. ft.

Velachery is a mid-range market, with prices of roughly ₹7,850 to ₹10,000 per sq. ft. It offers older apartments, resale homes and newer gated projects.

OMR has an average rate of about ₹7,000 to ₹8,000 per sq. ft. Rates are higher in Perungudi and Thoraipakkam and lower towards Padur and Kelambakkam.

Tambaram has a wider affordable range of about ₹3,700 to ₹7,500 per sq. ft. Prices change based on the distance from the railway station, GST Road and main shopping areas.

The final cost also includes parking, floor-rise charges and maintenance deposits. GST applies to under-construction homes. Stamp duty and registration are paid separately.

A 1 BHK is mainly available in outer OMR and suburban projects. It suits single professionals, couples and buyers with a smaller budget.

A 2 BHK is the most common family option. Sizes generally range from about 800 to 1,300 sq. ft., though larger homes are also available.

A 3 BHK normally ranges from 1,300 to 2,000 sq. ft. It suits larger families and people who need a guest room or work area.

Premium 4 BHK apartments are found in Perungudi, OMR, ECR and large township projects. They can cost above ₹2 Cr based on their size and location.

Villas are more common along ECR, OMR and the outer suburbs. Plots are available near Kelambakkam, Vandalur and the roads beyond Tambaram.

OMR is the main employment corridor. It includes TIDEL Park, Ramanujan IT City, Perungudi offices, Sholinganallur business campuses and SIPCOT IT Park at Siruseri.

Guindy has industries, offices and easy airport access. GST Road also supports manufacturing, logistics and business areas towards Tambaram and Mahindra World City.

Living close to work can reduce daily travel. A higher-priced home in Perungudi may suit someone working there better than a cheaper home 20 km away.

Buyers should test the office route during morning and evening traffic before selecting a location.

The Chennai Metro Phase II plan covers 118.9 km and 128 stations. Corridor 3 runs for 45.8 km from Madhavaram to SIPCOT, while Corridor 5 runs for 47 km from Madhavaram to Sholinganallur.

These corridors are planned to improve travel along OMR and nearby residential areas. The full Phase II project is proposed for completion by the end of 2028.

Velachery and Thiruvanmiyur have MRTS access. Pallavaram, Chromepet and Tambaram are served by the suburban railway.

Chennai Airport is close to GST Road. Tambaram Railway Station is the main rail point for many southern suburbs.

The region has several major education and healthcare centres. IIT Madras and Anna University are near Adyar and Guindy, while many engineering colleges are located along OMR.

Apollo OMR, Gleneagles Global Health City, Rela Hospital and Chettinad Hospital serve different parts of the southern belt.

Phoenix Marketcity is in Velachery, while Marina Mall serves the OMR and Siruseri side. ECR also has beaches, restaurants and entertainment spots.

Check the daily travel time rather than only the road distance. OMR and Velachery roads can be slow during office hours.

Drainage and street level are important in low-lying locations. Buyers should ask local residents about past waterlogging near the project.

Check the water source, RERA number and approved floor plan. The carpet area and possession date should match the sale agreement.

Metro work can improve future travel but may cause temporary traffic near construction zones. Buyers should not depend only on proposed infrastructure.

Brigade Residences at WTC Chennai

Brigade Residences is next to the World Trade Center at Perungudi on OMR. The project has 298 apartments in two 26-storey towers.

It offers large 3 and 4 BHK homes. It suits high-budget buyers who want to stay close to Perungudi offices and the main IT corridor.

TVS Emerald Verde Vista

TVS Emerald Verde Vista is an under-construction project at Padur, off OMR. It covers 4.73 acres and offers 2, 3 and 4 BHK homes from 952 to 2,676 sq. ft.

Prices start from about ₹77 Lakhs*. The project is around 2.8 km from SIPCOT IT Park and about 3 km from the planned Siruseri Metro Station.

Casagrand Suncity

Casagrand Suncity is a 40-acre township on Kelambakkam–Vandalur Main Road. It has 1,992 apartments in 2, 3 and 4 BHK layouts.

Prices range from about ₹65 Lakhs to ₹1.56 Cr*. The project is ongoing and includes residential, school, retail and healthcare spaces within the township.

Casagrand Savoye

Casagrand Savoye is a ready apartment project in the OMR belt. It offers 2 BHK homes from about 883 to 1,040 sq. ft. and 3 BHK homes from 1,428 to 1,626 sq. ft.

It suits buyers who want a completed home close to OMR offices without waiting for construction.