Category: Residential

Explore updates and trends in residential real estate including new housing projects, pricing, buyer preferences, and urban expansion. Learn about the factors shaping residential property markets in major cities and suburbs.

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Pune Sees 14,000+ Property Registrations in November 2025

NEW DELHI: In November 2025, Pune’s residential property market saw 14,234 registrations, representing a 6% year-on-year increase. Stamp duty collections also rose by 19% YoY to ₹565 crore, as per the data from Knight Frank India. Compared to the previous month, registrations increased by 12%, and stamp duty collections grew by 7%. From January to November 2025, Pune achieved 173,578 property registrations, marking the strongest performance during the first eleven months in the last four years. The distribution of ticket sizes remained consistent year-on-year. Homes priced below ₹1 crore still dominated, accounting for 85% of total registrations, while those priced…

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Lower Home Loan Rates Boost Housing Affordability in 2025

NEW DELHI: A reduction in home loan interest rates has enhanced housing affordability for buyers in seven of India’s eight major residential markets by 2025. According to Knight Frank India’s latest Affordability Index, Ahmedabad, Pune, and Kolkata rank as the most affordable cities. The index assesses the percentage of household income allocated for home loan EMIs, revealing that Ahmedabad has the most favorable market with an EMI-to-income ratio of 18%. Both Pune and Kolkata follow closely with a 22% ratio, indicating improved affordability. In Mumbai, India’s priciest housing market, affordability also saw a significant boost, with the EMI-to-income ratio decreasing…

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Residential Sales Growth to Hold Steady at 10-12%: ICRA

NEW DELHI: Residential real estate developers are projected to achieve stable sales growth of 10-12% in the current and upcoming financial year, as housing demand normalizes after a three-year post-pandemic recovery, according to an ICRA analysis. This growth is anticipated to stem from a combination of 5-7% volume increase and 4-6% escalation in average prices, supported by decreasing interest rates, improved affordability, and sustained demand for premium and luxury homes. ICRA’s findings are based on a sample of 75 developers, representing about 35% of residential sales nationwide. Over the three financial years leading up to FY2025, residential sales exhibited a…

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Hyderabad Home Registrations Surge 25% in November 2025

NEW DELHI: In November 2025, residential property registrations in Hyderabad soared 25% year-on-year and 12% month-on-month, reaching the highest monthly volume recorded in the year, according to Knight Frank India. A total of 6,923 residential units were registered during this month, resulting in a combined transaction value of ₹4,904 crore. This represents a 40% year-on-year increase in value, indicating growing ticket sizes and consistent demand for premium housing. The spike in registrations was primarily driven by interest in the premium housing segment. Properties priced above ₹1 crore saw an 87% year-on-year increase in registrations, comprising 21% of total registrations, up…

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Premium Home Prices Surge 36% in 2025, Driven by New Builds

NEW DELHI: In 2025, India’s premium residential market experienced significant price increases, with capital values rising by as much as 36% year-on-year in major cities. A report by Savills India attributes this surge to ongoing construction projects, enhanced infrastructure connectivity, and consistent end-user demand. The report highlights a more pronounced price increase in the under-construction premium segment. This is reflective of elevated launch prices, escalating construction and land costs, and a growing interest in amenity-rich homes. In Mumbai, under-construction premium residences saw a year-on-year price increase of 20–30%, while Noida recorded the steepest hike of 9–36%. Gurugram experienced a growth…

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NBCC Auctions 417 Amrapali Aspire Units for ₹1,045 Crore

NEW DELHI: The state-owned NBCC (India) has wrapped up the e-auction for 417 residential units in two housing projects located in Noida and Greater Noida West, achieving a total sale value of approximately ₹1,045.4 crore, as stated in a regulatory filing by the company. The sold units are part of the Aspire Leisure Valley project in Greater Noida West, specifically in towers 7 and 8, as well as Aspire Silicon City, Phase IV in Sector 76, Noida, which comprises tower 5, under Sub-Package 4 of the project. According to the transaction agreement, NBCC will receive a marketing fee of 1%…

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Bengaluru Buyers Shocked by Multiple Sale Deals on One Apartment

BENGALURU: A troubling case has emerged where a builder entered into sale agreements for the same flat with three different buyers. Homebuyers must exercise caution when entering into agreements with unscrupulous builders. Alarmingly, even nationalized banks are sanctioning housing loans without conducting necessary due diligence. Employees at the Sub-Registrar Offices seem eager to process sale deeds, although the reasons for this remain unclear. It’s common for them to register multiple agreements on the same property, particularly if the agreements list varying carpet area sizes. Authorities at these offices do not question the legitimacy of agreements, simply proceeding with registrations if…

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Yasmin Karachiwala Acquires Two Bandra West Apartments for ₹37.5 Cr

MUMBAI: Celebrity fitness expert Yasmin Karachiwala, aged 55, has made headlines by acquiring two luxury 4-BHK ocean-view residences totaling Rs 37.5 crore at the prestigious Paradigm Superstar-Signature Edition (Marquis Collection) located in Bandra West. Known for training stars like Katrina Kaif, Deepika Padukone, Bipasha Basu, and Hrithik Roshan, Karachiwala invested in approximately 1,882 sq ft of real estate and incurred about Rs 83 lakh in stamp duty alongside a registration fee of Rs 3,000, according to a source at the Sub-Joint Registrar in Bandra. In addition to her own luxury purchase, sources reveal that Karachiwala encouraged her niece, Shirin Qureishi,…

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Allottees seek amenities, cite design flaws in Kempegowda Layout

File Photo BENGALURU: While the Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) has expedited work on the Nadaprabhu Kempegowda Layout (NPKL) between Mysuru Road and Magadi Road, residents in III and IV Blocks have raised urgent concerns regarding “critical bottlenecks” that might hinder habitation if not resolved promptly. Allottees appreciate the enhanced pace of land acquisition and development under the current administration; however, they assert that the layout is still not suitable for living. Although several houses are built and more are under construction, foundational issues like inadequate infrastructure and unclear design are becoming significant obstacles. One major issue is the absence of…

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Delhi CM: Poor Families to Get Flat Keys in New Year

File Photo NEW DELHI: The Delhi Government is actively working to not only provide shelter but also ensure a dignified and well-equipped life for residents belonging to the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), as stated in an official release. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta highlighted that community amenities are being enhanced in existing EWS residential colonies under the Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board (DUSIB). The Government aims to offer more than just housing; it seeks to ensure that the marginalized have access to education, healthcare, sanitation, water supply, green spaces, and employment opportunities. Developing essential and social infrastructure in larger colonies…