India’s Flexible Workspace Sector Hits Record 12.4 Million Sq. Ft. Leasing in 2024

India’s flexible workspace sector achieved a record gross leasing volume of 12.4 million sq. ft. in 2024, marking a 57.5% year-on-year growth. Bengaluru led with the highest leasing volume, while Mumbai saw a threefold increase. The demand surge is driven by evolving business needs, hybrid work models, and rising enterprise adoption of managed office solutions.

Zaheer Khan, Sagarika Ghatge, and Shivjeet Ghatge Purchase Luxury Apartment in Mumbai for Rs 11 Crore

“Former Indian cricketer Zaheer Khan, along with his wife, actress Sagarika Ghatge, and her brother, Shivjeet Ghatge, has invested in a luxury apartment in Mumbai’s prime locality, Lower Parel, for Rs. 11 crore. The high-end property, located in Indiabulls Sky, spans over 2,158 sq. ft. and includes three car parking spaces. With this purchase, the trio joins a list of celebrities who have invested in Mumbai’s thriving real estate market.”

Mumbai Sees Surge in Property Registrations and Stamp Duty Revenue in January 2025

Mumbai recorded 12,048 property registrations in January 2025, generating ₹974 crore in stamp duty revenue. This marks a 9.86% increase in registrations and a 28.15% rise in revenue compared to January 2024. However, compared to December 2024, registrations dipped by 2.98%, while revenue declined by 14.12%.

Mumbai’s Real Estate Market Shows Signs of Stagnation as Property Registrations Plateau

Mumbai’s real estate sector appears stagnant as property registration data for January 2025 reveals minimal growth compared to the same period last year. With just six more registrations than in January 2024 and stable stamp duty collections, the market shows no signs of significant movement or price appreciation.

Affordable Housing Crisis: Will Budget 2025-26 Turn the Tide?

India’s affordable housing segment, once a cornerstone of the real estate market, has witnessed a sharp decline, with its supply share dropping from 40% in 2018 to just 16% in 2024. Anuj Puri, Chairman of ANAROCK Group, highlights how changing buyer preferences, rising input costs, and diminishing government incentives have impacted this critical sector. With the Union Budget 2025-26 around the corner, there is hope that decisive policies and renewed focus could revive affordable housing and restore balance to the housing market.