This City in the Country Holds the Highest Vacant Office Stock in India

This City holds the highest vacant office stock in India, reaching 28 million square feet in Q1 2025. While demand for office space remains robust across major cities, new supply and absorption trends show a dynamic real estate landscape, with Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Pune leading in absorption. This article provides an in-depth analysis of the office market in India, highlighting key trends and data from Q1 2025.

Institutional Real Estate Investments Surge to USD 1.3 Billion in Q1 2025, Marking 31% YoY Growth

Institutional real estate investments in India surged by 31% YoY to USD 1.3 billion in Q1 2025, driven by strong domestic inflows and significant growth in office, residential, and industrial segments. Mumbai led city-wise investments with an 841% increase.

Home Prices Surge Faster Than Rents in Key Indian Cities

New data from ANAROCK reveals that capital values in major Indian cities have risen faster than rental growth between 2021 and 2024. Noida’s Sector-150 led the surge with a 128% increase, while Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) also saw substantial appreciation. Meanwhile, cities like Pune, Kolkata, and Chennai experienced higher rental growth than home price increases, signaling key trends for investors and homebuyers.

Net Absorption in Indian Office Markets to Surpass 60 msf in FY2026: ICRA

India’s top six office markets—Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi-NCR, Hyderabad, MMR, and Pune—are projected to achieve a record-breaking net absorption of 60 msf by FY2026, according to ICRA. Vacancy levels are expected to hit decade-lows, while retail mall operators will witness steady rental income growth despite challenges from rising e-commerce competition.

Luxury Home Sales Surge in India’s Top Cities: Average Ticket Size Rises by 23% in H1 FY25

India’s top seven cities have experienced a 23% rise in the average ticket size of luxury homes sold in the first half of FY2025. NCR, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad led the growth, with total sales value rising by 18%, despite a slight dip in the number of units sold.