Mumbai Solidifies Position as India’s Largest Residential Market in 2025; Office Leasing Hits Second-Highest Level in a Decade

Mumbai strengthened its position as India’s largest residential market in 2025, while office leasing touched 9.8 million sq ft—the second-highest level in over a decade—driven by GCC expansion, firm pricing, and disciplined supply, according to Knight Frank.

India’s Office Market Breaks Records in 2025 as Leasing Touches 55 Million Sq Ft

India’s office real estate market scaled new heights in 2025 with net leasing touching 55.16 million sq ft across the top seven cities. GCCs emerged as the biggest growth driver, while Pune recorded the fastest expansion and office rentals continued to rise.

India’s REIT Market Set for Major Expansion: Asset Values to Jump Up to 40% by FY27

India’s REIT sector is set for strong expansion, with gross asset values expected to rise up to 40% by FY27, backed by asset acquisitions, improving occupancies, and stable leverage, according to Crisil Ratings.

Real Estate Optimism Strengthens in Q3 2025 as Sentiment Index Climbs

The Knight Frank–NAREDCO Sentiment Index for Q3 2025 shows rising optimism in India’s real estate sector, with the Current Score climbing to 59 and strong confidence across residential and office markets despite global economic pressures.

More Global Offices, More Jobs, More Homes: How GCC Expansion Will Shape India’s Housing Market

Global Capability Centers (GCCs) are leasing record office space in India, set to grow 15–20% in 2 years. For homebuyers, this means more jobs, higher housing demand, and stronger real estate values across Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Chennai, and NCR.