How India Searched for Homes in 2024

Magicbricks’ 2024 report reveals the latest trends in India’s real estate market, showing a shift towards tier-2 cities, compact homes, and vastu-compliant properties. With varying preferences in metros and emerging towns, homebuyers are increasingly focused on location, floor levels, and parking needs, shaping the future of the housing sector.

Peripheral Areas Outshine Mumbai’s Prime Locations in Residential Price Appreciation

Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) is witnessing a shift as peripheral areas like Panvel and Virar are outpacing prime locations such as Worli in residential price appreciation. Enhanced connectivity, improved infrastructure, and affordable housing are driving this growth, making suburban areas increasingly attractive to homebuyers and investors.

Investor Confidence Soars as Real Estate Leads AIF Investments in H1 FY25

India’s real estate sector led AIF investments in the first half of FY25, attracting ₹75,468 crore, signaling robust investor confidence. This growth is driven by strong demand, decreasing unsold inventory, and the increasing reliance on Category II AIFs to fund key real estate projects.

APAC Investor Optimism to Drive Institutional Investments in Indian Real Estate in 2025

According to Colliers’ 2025 Global Investor Outlook, India is set to attract heightened institutional investments in real estate, driven by strong domestic growth and rising APAC investor optimism. The report forecasts significant opportunities in office, industrial, and residential sectors, with investment volumes in these areas expected to continue rising in 2025.

Rents Surge 7.4% QoQ Across Major Cities, Rental Yields Increase to 3.62%

Rental prices in major cities across India saw a significant increase of 7.4% quarter-on-quarter (QoQ) between July and September 2024, marking the highest rise in two years. Chennai, Delhi, and Thane led the charge, with sharp rent hikes driven by high demand and limited supply. Meanwhile, rental yields averaged 3.62%, with Ahmedabad recording the highest yield. The report highlights a growing imbalance between rental demand and supply, which is expected to continue influencing prices in the coming quarters.