SquareFeatIndia

3986 posts
Varun Singh, is a Senior Journalist who has extensively covered the Real Estate Sector for over one and half decade. His articles, insights, and opinion on the sector are widely read.
Office real estate

Office Demand Surges with 47 Million Square Feet Leased in First Nine Months of 2024

In Q3 2024, India’s office space demand soared to 17.3 million sq ft, marking a 31% increase year-on-year, bringing total leasing in the first nine months to 47 million sq ft. Bengaluru and Hyderabad drove this growth, with technology and BFSI sectors leading the charge. New supply also surged, reflecting strong developer confidence in the market.
housing

Housing Sales Dip 11% Year-on-Year in Top 7 Cities; New Launches Fall Below 1 Lakh Units

In Q3 2024, India’s residential real estate market saw an 11% decline in housing sales across the top seven cities, totaling approximately 107,060 units. While new supply fell below 1 lakh for the first time since Q1 2023, strong demand continues to drive residential prices up by 23% year-on-year, indicating a stabilizing market following a two-year bull run.
Reduce prices to survive or suffer: Piyush Goyal to Builders

Union Minister Piyush Goyal Shares His Struggles with Mumbai Developer

Piyush Goyal recently shared his personal struggles with a Mumbai developer at an event organized by the developer fraternity. He recounted how, despite purchasing his home in 2010, it took five years to obtain the Occupation Certificate after the property was completed in 2012. Goyal’s experience highlights the challenges many homebuyers faced in the pre-RERA era and underscores the need for ongoing reforms in the real estate sector.
residential real estate

Residential Demand Rises 12.3% QoQ with 8.3% Capital Appreciation

The latest PropIndex Report from Magicbricks highlights a notable 12.3% increase in residential demand and an 8.3% rise in prices from July to September 2024. Noida, Gurugram, and Greater Noida have seen the most significant price increases, indicating a robust market driven by both homeownership and investment interest.
residential real estate

Residential Rentals Surge in Mumbai’s Western Suburbs Amid High Demand

rental market in Mumbai’s western suburbs is seeing a sharp increase in prices, fueled by high demand and a limited supply of quality homes. Localities like Andheri, Goregaon, Malad, and Borivali are at the forefront of this trend, attracting both locals and expatriates seeking modern living spaces. Experts predict this upward trend will continue as infrastructure development progresses, creating lucrative opportunities for investors.