Area guide · Ahmedabad 380059

Shilaj, Ahmedabad: Area Guide & Rents 2026

Premium suburb beside Thaltej, with bungalows, Metro access and quick links to Sola and SG Highway.

Flats for rent in Shilaj Post your requirement

1 BHK rent / mo: ₹14K – ₹22K
2 BHK rent / mo: ₹22K – ₹38K
3 BHK rent / mo: ₹35K – ₹65K
PIN code: 380059

About Shilaj

What it's like to live in Shilaj

Shilaj occupies a rare sweet spot in West Ahmedabad: it feels like a quiet green suburb, yet Thaltej, Sola and the SG Highway business belt are all a short drive away. Over the last decade the area has grown from a village surrounded by farmland into a mix of bungalow societies, gated apartment projects and a handful of larger townships along the Thaltej–Shilaj Road and the SP Ring Road. Because it sits closer to the city than Bopal, tenants pay a visible premium, and rental demand from doctors, chartered accountants, senior managers and NRI families remains steady.

Rents reflect that positioning. A 2 BHK typically rents for ₹22,000 to ₹38,000 a month, a 3 BHK for ₹35,000 to ₹65,000, and 4 BHK flats and bungalows for ₹55,000 to ₹1 lakh. Newer buildings include clubhouses, pools and co-working corners, but some older projects offer more carpet area per rupee of rent, so compare a few of each before you fix a budget.

Commuting is the real draw. Thaltej Gam, the western end of the Ahmedabad Metro's east-west line, is roughly ten to fifteen minutes away, which makes rail travel towards Gujarat University and Kalupur realistic in this belt. SG Highway, Sola and Gujarat Science City are all under twenty minutes outside peak hours, and Gandhinagar is a straight run up the highway. Add the cafes and restaurants of Thaltej and Bodakdev and you have a locality that suits people who want calm evenings without giving up city access.

Highlights

Closest premium pocket to Thaltej Gam Metro station and the Sola belt
Established bungalow schemes with large plots and tree-lined lanes
Strong rental demand from doctors, executives and returning NRI families
Short drive to SG Highway, Gujarat Science City and Gandhinagar
Cafes, restaurants and daily-needs shopping on Thaltej–Shilaj Road
Leading schools and hospitals within a 15-minute radius

Best for

Senior professionals and doctors
Families who want Metro-linked living
NRI and returning-NRI families
Families looking for a bungalow on rent

Rent guide 2026

Rents in Shilaj

Rents run from ₹14K for a 1 BHK to ₹1L for a large 4 BHK, with a typical 2 BHK at about ₹30,000 a month. Figures reflect deals our team has worked on and current owner asking rents.

Renting · monthly

Monthly rent by BHK in Shilaj
Size	Monthly rent	Average	Deposit (2–3 mo)
1 BHK	₹14,000 – ₹22,000	₹18,000	₹36,000 – ₹54,000
2 BHK	₹22,000 – ₹38,000	₹30,000	₹60,000 – ₹90,000
3 BHK	₹35,000 – ₹65,000	₹50,000	₹1 Lakh – ₹1.5 Lakh
4 BHK	₹55,000 – ₹1 Lakh	₹77,500	₹1.55 Lakh – ₹2.33 Lakh

What to budget beyond the rent

Deposit: 2–3 months' rent — about ₹60,000 to ₹90,000 on a typical 2 BHK
Agreement: 11 months, with a 5–10% increase on renewal
Society maintenance is usually paid on top of the rent
Police verification of tenants is mandatory in Ahmedabad — we handle the form
Brokerage only when you finalise; zero on select owner-listed homes

Compare Shilaj with every other area in our West Ahmedabad rent report.

Local essentials

Schools, hospitals & getting around Shilaj

The places residents of Shilaj rely on every day — and how long it takes to reach the rest of Ahmedabad.

Landmarks & shopping

Shilaj Circle and the Thaltej–Shilaj Road
Thaltej Gam Metro station (about 10 to 15 min)
Acropolis Mall, Thaltej Cross Roads
Rajpath Club, SG Highway
Gujarat Science City, Sola

Schools

Anand Niketan School, Shilaj
Udgam School for Children, Thaltej
Delhi Public School, Bopal (about 15 min)
Nirma University, SG Highway (higher education)

Hospitals

Zydus Hospital, Thaltej (SG Highway)
KD Hospital, Vaishnodevi Circle
CIMS Hospital, Science City Road

Connectivity

Thaltej Gam Metro station – 10 to 15 min
SG Highway at Thaltej and Rajpath – 10 to 15 min
Gujarat Science City and Sola – 15 to 20 min
Gandhinagar – 30 to 40 min
Airport – 30 to 40 min

Societies

Popular societies in Shilaj

Search by building name: rent ranges, amenities and live flats for the Shilaj societies we work in most.

3 BHK Villa

Rent ₹52K–₹1.05L/mo

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₹29,000/month

2 BHK Semi-Furnished Flat for Rent in Shilaj Residency, Shilaj

Shilaj Residency · Shilaj

2 BHK
1,050 sq.ft
Semi-Furnished

For Rent

₹67,500/month

3 BHK Semi-Furnished Villa for Rent in Navratna Kalhaar Bungalows, Shilaj

Navratna Kalhaar Bungalows · Shilaj

3 BHK
2,300 sq.ft
Semi-Furnished

For Rent

₹1.29 Lakh/month

5 BHK Fully Furnished Villa for Rent in Swagat Bagan Ville, Shilaj

Swagat Bagan Ville · Shilaj

5 BHK
4,700 sq.ft
Fully Furnished

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Shilaj flats for rent by BHK

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2 BHK rent: ₹28K–₹45K
3 BHK rent: ₹40K–₹80K

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Bopal

Ahmedabad's best-connected family suburb, with malls, schools and clinics along Bopal–Ambli Road

2 BHK rent: ₹14K–₹24K
3 BHK rent: ₹22K–₹38K

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North Bopal

The value end of Bopal, with newer mid-rise societies on the approach to Ambli and Shilaj

2 BHK rent: ₹13K–₹22K
3 BHK rent: ₹20K–₹34K

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FAQ

Shilaj: frequently asked questions

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How much is the rent of a 2 BHK in Shilaj?

A 2 BHK in Shilaj generally rents for ₹22,000 to ₹38,000 per month. Semi-furnished flats in mid-size societies are at the lower end, while fully furnished apartments with clubhouse access and covered parking approach ₹38,000. Deposits are usually two to three months of rent.

What is the rent of a 3 BHK in Shilaj?

A 3 BHK in Shilaj usually rents for ₹35,000 to ₹65,000 a month, depending on project age, amenities and distance from the Thaltej–Shilaj Road. Bungalows and 4 BHK homes rent for ₹55,000 to ₹1 lakh, and fully furnished homes with a clubhouse sit at the top of each range.

Is there Metro connectivity from Shilaj?

Thaltej Gam, the western end of Ahmedabad's east-west Metro line, is about 10 to 15 minutes from most of Shilaj by road. There is no Metro station inside Shilaj today, and extensions are discussed from time to time but not confirmed, so check the latest announcements before relying on one.

Is Shilaj a safe area to rent?

Shilaj is considered one of the calmer residential pockets in West Ahmedabad, and most societies have gated entry, CCTV and round-the-clock guards. Visit in the evening to check lighting and traffic on the approach road, and ask the society about its visitor-entry rules.

Which schools are near Shilaj?

Anand Niketan in Shilaj and Udgam School in Thaltej are among the best-known options, with Delhi Public School in Bopal also within about 15 minutes. School buses cover the area, but confirm the pick-up route for your society before admission.

What is the commute from Shilaj to SG Highway and Gandhinagar?

SG Highway near Thaltej and Rajpath Club is about 10 to 15 minutes outside peak hours, Gujarat Science City 15 to 20 minutes and Gandhinagar 30 to 40 minutes. Peak-hour traffic around Thaltej Cross Roads and Shilaj Circle can double the time, so plan around it.

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