Mahim is a locality in Mumbai surrounded by Bandra (North) and Arabian Sea (West). The region was earlier known as Mahikawati during the reign of a Bhimdev in the 13th century. Some of the localities close to the locality includes Matunga, Bandra Kurla Complex, Dharavi, and Lower Parel
Mahim offers smooth connectivity through public transport. BEST and a host of private bus operators connect the locality to various parts of the city. The Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is located at a distance of about 2 kilometres via Western Highway.
Some of the educational institutions in Mahim are SIES High School, Canossa Convent School, St. Michael High School, Victoria High School and Billabong High School. Hospitals in the area includes Radhibai Hospital, New Ratna Hospital and Dr. Goruds Gynae Surgical Hospital. Some of the leading banks operating in the locality are State Bank of India, Bank of Baroda, ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Catholic Syrian Bank and AXIS Bank.
Kenilworth Shopping Arcade, High Street Phoenix Mall, Heera Panna Shopping Centre and Sona Shopping Centre are located in and around Mahim.
Real estate developers who have their projects in Mahim are Kamanwala, Sujee Group and Tata Housing. Some of the popular real estate projects in Mahim include Shimmering Heights by Kamanwala, Hiranya by Sujee Group and Emeralde Court by Tata Housing.