📉 Mumbai Property Registrations Dip 15% in October 2025 Despite Festive Season — A Worrying Signal for Real Estate Market

Despite the festive season, Mumbai’s property registrations dipped 15% in October 2025 to 10,947, with stamp duty revenue falling 19%. High prices and affordability issues dampened homebuying sentiment in what’s usually the city’s strongest sales month.

Mumbai’s Festive Gloom: Property Registrations Hit New Low, Signalling a Slowdown Ahead

Mumbai’s Diwali week brought no festive cheer to real estate — property registrations fell to just 915 between October 20 and 26. With prices still high and buyers hesitant, the city’s housing market may be facing an early sign of slowdown.

53% of Affordable Housing Buyers Unhappy with Available Options

According to the ANAROCK-FICCI Homebuyer Sentiment Survey for H1 2024, 53% of affordable housing buyers in India are unhappy with available options, citing issues like poor project location and low construction quality. As demand for larger homes grows, with 51% preferring 3BHK units, interest in affordable housing continues to decline. The survey also shows a significant shift towards premium and luxury homes, indicating changing buyer preferences in the current market.