According to data from property consultancy Knight Frank, more than 87,600 homes were sold across the top eight cities in the third quarter alone. Analysts attribute the rise to stable economic conditions, easing inflation and improved liquidity, all of which have helped restore buyer confidence after the pandemic-era slowdown.
There has also been a visible shift in how homes are being evaluated. Residential property is increasingly seen not only as an investment but as a long-term lifestyle decision. This trend is most pronounced in the premium and luxury segments. Data from JLL shows steady growth in homes priced above ₹1 crore during the first nine months of 2025, while Knight Frank points to a sharper rise in demand for properties in the ₹10–20 crore bracket.
In Mumbai, high wealth concentration and limited new supply continue to support strong absorption in the premium market. Meanwhile, in Delhi-NCR, developers have stepped up luxury launches in well-connected micro-markets, particularly in Gurugram, where established infrastructure and workplace proximity are drawing affluent buyers.
Beyond the metros, Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities are emerging as serious growth centres. Consultancy ANAROCK reported that land transactions in these cities reached 1,907 acres in the first half of 2025—nearly double that of Tier-1 markets. Developers are targeting these regions due to lower land costs and stronger appreciation potential, aided by hybrid work trends.
Investment flows have also remained strong. CBRE said India’s real estate sector attracted $3.8bn in Q3 alone, with capital extending beyond housing and offices into data centres and logistics.
Industry observers say rising transparency under RERA and greater institutional participation are reinforcing the sector’s credibility as a long-term investment avenue.
