Mumbai Leads India’s Real Estate Market in Q1 2025

Mumbai’s real estate market remained resilient in Q1 2025, with stable cap rates across office, retail, and industrial sectors. Office leasing surged 24% YoY, retail capital values outpaced rents, and industrial demand stayed strong. According to Colliers, Mumbai continues to attract long-term investors amid broader regional caution.

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.

Office Leasing in Q1 2025 Rises 15% YoY to 15.9 Million Square Feet Across Top 7 Cities

India’s office leasing market kicked off 2025 on a strong note, recording a 15% year-on-year increase in Q1, with 15.9 million sq. ft. of space absorbed across the top seven cities. Bengaluru and Delhi NCR led the charge, driving nearly half of the total leasing activity. Meanwhile, flex spaces gained momentum, accounting for 14% of total Grade A office space uptake. With demand outpacing supply, office rentals surged by 8% annually, while vacancy levels dropped by 120 basis points, reflecting the continued resilience of the commercial real estate sector.

Housing Sales Plummet by 28% in Q1 2025 Across India’s Top 7 Cities

The Indian housing market witnessed a significant slowdown in Q1 2025, with sales across the top seven cities plunging by 28% Y-o-Y, according to ANAROCK Research. New launches also dipped by 10%, reflecting the impact of rising property prices and global economic headwinds. Despite the slowdown, property prices surged by 17% on average, with NCR and Bengaluru leading the increase.