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Mumbai, 26 August 2024: Residential prices have been rising significantly across cities in the last few years, amid buoyant demand and increased new supply. ANAROCK Research has analysed the price trends in the top 3 micro-markets of the top 7 cities, based on maximum new supply seen in the last 5 years.

Among the shortlisted localities, Bengaluru’s Bagaluru recorded the highest price appreciation of 90% between 2019 and H1 2024.

”With new supply of approx. 17,065 units in the period, the average residential prices at Bagaluru jumped up from INR 4,300 per sq. ft. in 2019 to approx. INR 8,151 per sq. ft. in H1 2024,” says Anuj Puri, Chairman – ANAROCK Group. “A deeper dive reveals that of the total new supply launched in this micro market since 2019, over 94% was in the price bracket of INR 40 lakh to INR 1.5 Cr – the mid and premium segments. The remaining 6% was in the luxury segment priced >INR 1.5 Cr. Tellingly, there was no new affordable supply in this locality.”

Hyderabad’s Kokapet came close behind with overall price appreciation of 89% in this period. The area saw approx. 12,920 units of new supply in the period, and prices rose from INR 4,750 per sq. ft. in 2019 to INR 9,000 per sq. ft. in H1 2024. A whopping 52% of the new launch share was in the ultra-luxury category priced >INR 2.5 Cr, followed by a cumulative 30% in the mid and premium segments. The remaining 19% supply was in the luxury price bracket of INR 1.5 – 2.5 Cr.

Bengaluru’s Whitefield ranks 3rd, recording an 80% rise in residential prices in the period. The area witnessed saw approx. 18,600 units launched between 2019 and H1 2024 – over 66% was in the mid and premium budget category, and the remaining 34% was in the luxury homes segment. Average prices here increased to INR 8,600 per sq. ft. in H1 2024 from INR 4,765 per sq. ft. in 2019.

• NCR’s Dwarka Expressway ranks 4th with a 79% price appreciation. Avg. prices increased from INR 5,359 per sq. ft. in 2019 to over INR 9,600 per sq. ft. in H1 2024.
• Bengaluru’s Sarjapur Road clocks in at #5 with a 58% price jump. Avg. prices here rose from INR 5,870 per sq. ft. in 2019 to INR 9,300 per sq. ft. in H1 2024.
• Hyderabad’s Bachupally came in 6th with avg. property prices increasing by 57% in the period – from INR 3,690 per sq. ft. in 2019 to over INR 5,800 per sq. ft. in H1 2024.
• Hyderabad’s Tellapur ranks 7th with a 53% jump in avg. property prices in this period – from INR 4,819 per sq. ft. in 2019 to INR 7,350 per sq. ft. in H1 2024.
• MMR’s Panvel ranks 8th with a 50% price rise in the period – from INR 5,520 per sq. ft. in 2019 to INR 8,300 per sq. ft. in H1 2024.
  NCR’s New Gurugram – in the 9th spot – saw avg. property prices rise by 48% – to INR 9,000per sq. ft. in H1 2024 from INR 6,100 per sq. ft. in 2019.
• MMR’s Dombivli saw a 40% price rise in this period – from INR 6,625 per sq. ft. in 2019 to INR 9,300 per sq. ft. in H1 2024.

“Housing price growth accelerated after the pandemic, particularly if we consider the last two years,” says Puri. “As per our data, the top 7 cities collectively saw over 44% of price appreciation in the last five years. At a city level, Hyderabad recorded the highest jump of 64% between 2019 and H1 2024, followed by Bengaluru with a 57% increase. The lowest price growth of 25% was seen in Kolkata. NCR and MMR both witnessed a 48% price appreciation each in this period.”

The commonly held notion that high new supply in a market tends to curtail price growth is not entirely true; many of these active residential micro-markets have seen significant price appreciation over the last five years. For instance, Greater Noida West in NCR – which has the 5th highest supply in the region in last five years – saw a whopping 129% price appreciation.

 10 Micro-markets for New Supply – MMR’s Dombivli Leads

The past five years have seen a massive infusion of new supply across the top 7 cities – more than 16,32,650 units between 2019 and H1 2024. City-wise, MMR witnessed the highest supply with approx. 5,25,430 units in this period, followed by Pune with over 2,95,550 units. In terms of micro-markets, MMR’s Dombivli remained the most active market in this period, with the highest new supply.

• Dombivli (MMR) ranks first on the list of the most active residential micro-markets in terms of the number of new units launched in this 5-year period. It saw more than 44,990 new unit launched since 2019, with average property prices hovering around INR 9,300 per sq. ft. on built-up area as of H1 2024 – a 40% increase. At least 77% of the new supply was in the INR 40 lakh to INR 1.5 Cr price bracket, and the remaining 23% in the affordable category.
• Sarjapur Road (Bengaluru) saw the second highest new supply of approx. 36,150 units, of which 74% was in the mid and premium segments and 18% in the luxury category. Just 8% was affordable housing.
• Panvel (MMR) saw 34,400 units added in the period, of which 64% was in the INR 40 lakh to INR 1.5 Cr price bracket, 32% in the affordable segment, and 3% within the INR 1.5 Cr to INR 2.5 Cr price band.
• Thane West (MMR) ranks 4th with approx. 34,020 new units added with the average price at INR 13,500 per sq. ft. as of H1 2024 (from INR 10,317 per sq. ft. in 2019) – a 34% price hike. Of the total new supply here, 77% was in the mid and premium segments, 21% in the >INR 1.5 Cr bracket, and just 2% in the affordable category.
• Greater Faridabad (NCR) came in 5th with approx. 32,740 units launched in the period. At least 56% was in the affordable category, 24% in the luxury price bracket, and the remaining 20% in the mid and premium segments. Average property rates here rose from INR 3,500 in 2019 to INR 4,700 per sq. ft. in H1 2024 – a 34% jump.
• Hinjewadi (Pune) came in 6th with new supply of 25,140 units between 2019 to H1 2024; a whopping 95% was in the mid and premium segments (INR 40 lakh to INR 1.5 Cr), just 4% in the affordable segment, and 1% in the luxury category. The area has seen prices appreciate by 39% in the last five years.
• New Gurugram (NCR), clocking in 7th, saw approx. 21,125 units launched in the period – 52% in the affordable category, 29% in the luxury segment, and 19% in the mid and premium segments. Average prices here rose by 48% in the last five years – from INR 6,100 per sq. ft. in 2019 to INR 9,000 per sq. ft. in H1 2024.
• Dwarka Expressway (NCR) ranks 8th with approx. 20,250 units launched between 2019 to H1 2024, of which over 55% was in the affordable category priced INR 1.5 Cr bracket.
• Whitefield (Bengaluru) ranks 10th with approx. 18,600 units launched, of which 66% was in the mid and premium segments and 34% in the luxury category. There was no new affordable housing supply here.

By-Akash Pharande, Managing Director – Pharande Spaces

Pune, one of India’s most vibrant real estate markets, has experienced rapid changes over the past few years. Latest data from leading real estate consultancies show a scenario of strong housing price increases and ongoing changes in market dynamics, pointing towards further price hikes in the future.

According to real estate consultants Anarock, Pune and the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) saw over 50% of the overall housing sales in Q2 2024 among the top seven cities. This is a resounding statement for Pune — a city once considered the laid-back cousin of the financial capital and is now competing in the same league.

Rising Property Prices: A Continuum

Recent data from various leading consultancies clearly show Pune’s trend of rising property prices. There has been a significant 20-23% year-on-year increase compared to Q1 2023. This resilience and rising demand are driving prices higher. Several factors explain Pune’s growing housing prices

– Economic Growth & Employment Opportunities: Pune’s real estate market has improved significantly due to its development into a major IT and manufacturing center. High demand from professionals seeking homes near their workplaces has led to a surge in property values in and around IT parks and manufacturing hubs.

– Infrastructure Development: Ongoing and planned infrastructure improvements such as road extensions, new flyovers, and the Pune Metro are boosting the city’s property values and connectivity. This dynamic is evident across Greater Pune, which includes the Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) and the infrastructure-driven Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC).

– Shift in Housing Segments: Pune’s housing market is now driven by mid-range and premium-to-luxury housing, thanks to higher demand for such options. The higher purchasing and borrowing power of the target clientele supports ongoing price increases.

So – Buy Now or Later?

To answer this very important question, it is necessary to consider some fundamentals. Pune’s strong economic growth draws professionals and families from various industries. The city offers a high livability quotient, better housing affordability, and a superior climate compared to neighboring Mumbai. It also boasts top-grade healthcare and education options and proximity to Mumbai, Maharashtra’s main economic hub.

Pune has delivered an overall residential price appreciation of well over 20% in just one year. Naturally, both end-users and investors find the city very appealing, especially considering its rapid growth since 2020, which saw Pune’s lowest year for housing demand in the last decade due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Job losses, economic disruption, and the disappearance of construction labour brought building activity to a halt. The lockdowns caused a significant decline in real estate market demand and supply.

But in 2021, the market began to bounce back powerfully. With a 17% year-on-year increase, Pune saw the highest property sales since 2013. Buyer confidence increased steadily. In 2023, the Pune housing market rebounded remarkably. The current year is poised to set new benchmarks.

The writing is clearly on the wall — there is no stopping the Pune housing market, and a wait-and-watch stance can cost buyers dearly. For those who want to buy a home in Pune, either to live here or to reap investment returns, there is a strong argument for acting now. Historical data and current patterns clearly imply that the city’s property values will keep rising.

Given the continuous growth of the city and its expanding economic base, homes bought now will deliver significant value addition over time. Pune is currently second only to Mumbai in new residential launches and sales and is also attracting increasing interest from institutional investors eyeing its commercial real estate market.

This means more workplaces, more jobs, and even higher housing demand driving prices steadily northward. For potential buyers and investors, the message is clear – there is no equity in waiting for a more opportune time in Pune’s thriving housing market.

About the Author:

Akash Pharande is Managing Director – Pharande Spaces, a leading real estate construction and development firm famous for its township projects in Greater Pune and beyond. Pharande Promoters & Builders, the flagship company of Pharande Spaces and an ISO 9001-2000 certified company, is a pioneer of townships in the region. With the recent inclusion of Puneville Commercial into one of its most iconic townships, Pharande Spaces taken a major step towards addressing Pune’s current and future requirements for fully integrated residential-commercial convenience

March 4, 2024, Mumbai: The Retail Leadership Summit 2024 (RLS 2024), organised by the Retailers Association of India (RAI), took place on February 28 and 29 at the Hotel Westin Powai Lake, Mumbai. This annual event brings together the brightest minds in retail to explore forward-thinking strategies within the industry.

Welcoming the audience at RLS 2024, Kumar Rajagopalan, Chief Executive Officer, Retailers Association of India (RAI), said, “In 2023, the retail industry witnessed a tale of two halves: robust growth initially, followed by a plateau. This reflects the criticality of aligning with market dynamics and consumer needs. We’re observing a transformative shift, with retailers blending digital and physical experiences to create seamless consumer journeys. The key to future success lies in harnessing the power of omnichannel strategies and understanding the evolving consumer preference for convenience and trust. As we move forward, embracing innovation and agile responses to market trends will be pivotal in shaping the retail landscape.”

Setting the tone for the summit, Bijou Kurien, Chairman, Retailers Association of India (RAI), expressed,  “The retail industry in India is poised for significant growth in the year ahead. Driven by an 8%+ growth in GDP in Q3 FY’24 and based on steady investment by the Government and Private sector, consumption is bound to grow. The combination of online commerce coupled with offline expansion, driven by a more technology savvy consumer with greater aspirations would herald significant changes in retail structure, and channel strategy. Retailers and brands are gearing up for aggressive growth, particularly eyeing tier 2 cities for deeper market penetration. This strategic focus not only indicates a broadening of access for consumers but also signifies a shift towards tapping into the burgeoning demand in emerging urban centres. This optimistic outlook underscores the sector’s resilience and its pivotal role in the broader economic landscape of India.”

Highlights of RLS 2024 included presentations and knowledge reports by RAI-Boston Consulting Group report titled ‘Unlocking the $2Tn retail opportunity by 2030: An activist agenda’, RAI-Deloitte report titled ‘Future of Retail: Profitable Growth through Technology and AI’, RAI-KPMG report titled ‘Achieving seamless commerce in India’ and PWC report titled ‘How India shops online: Consumer preferences in the metropolises and tier-1, 2, 3, 4 cities’. Furthermore, Best Retail Workplaces 2024 report by RAI – Great Place To Work was unveiled and the respective teams were felicitated.

The Summit saw the participation retail leaders, as well as top names in the retail service provider space. Retail stalwarts speaking at the summit included Hari Menon, CEO & Co-Founder, bigbasket, Lalit Agarwal – V-Mart Retail; Sagar Daryani, Co-Founder & CEO, Wow! Momo Foods, Avnish Anand – CaratLane; Avnish Kumar, Director, Neeru’s; Sanjay Vakharia, CEO, Spykar; P Jayakumar – Apollo Pharmacy; Rajiv Nair – Kaya Ltd; Samir Srivastav- Looks Salon; Satyen Momaya, CEO, Celio Future Fashion; Gautam Saraogi, CEO, Go Fashion (India) Ltd (Go Colors); among many others.

Speaking during the panel discussion on RLS 2024, Lalit Agarwal, Founder & MD, V-Mart Retail, discussed creating experiences in retail that resonate deeply with customers, especially budget-conscious customers, to make them feel smart and stylish within their means. He emphasised on emotional connection through personalised service and storytelling, making customers feel valued and understood. Lalit Agarwal advocates for building strong brand connections that extend beyond the store, through all interactions, including advertisements. This approach aims to turn customers into authentic influencers, leveraging word-of-mouth for brand promotion. The key is continuous engagement and storytelling, which ensures customer loyalty and organic growth.

Noting the importance of strategy differences across retail categories, Rajesh Jain, MD & CEO, Sports & Leisure Apparel (Lacoste India), highlighted the approach in the premium fashion segment, emphasising a uniform customer experience across online and offline channels without price differentiation except during season-end sales. He said that this strategy aims to cultivate customer habits and preferences for purchasing channels, whether for convenience online or the experience in-store. By maintaining consistent pricing and service, customers understand the brand’s value proposition, reducing their expectation for discounts and fostering brand loyalty.

Furthermore, Darpan Mehta, Director Tax, APAC International Stores, Amazon (US and India) and Vivek Somareddy, VP, Emerging Markets, Seller Experience and Global Trade, Amazon (US and India) made a presentation on “Unlocking Mechanisms and Working Capital for Business Expansion”.

Additionally, the second day of RLS 2024 featured a keynote speech by David Macadam, CEO of the Middle East Council of Shopping Centres (MECSC) and the International Council of Shopping Centres (ICSC). This was succeeded by a dynamic panel discussion titled ‘Mahasangram: Retail and Retail Real Estate,’ bringing together prominent figures from both retail real estate and retail industries for an engaging exchange of ideas.

Mall Developers participating in the discussion were Abhishek Bansal, Executive Director, Pacific Group; Dalip Sehgal, CEO, Nexus Malls; Muhammed Ali, CEO, Forum Malls; Rajneesh Mahajan, CEO, Inorbit Malls and Shibu Phillips, Director, Shopping Malls, Lulu group. While on the brands side were Manish Kapoor, MD & CEO, Pepe Jeans; Rajesh Jain, MD & CEO, Sports & Leisure Apparel Ltd; Sanjeev Rao, CEO, Being Human Clothing; Sanjay Vakharia, CEO, Spykar Lifestyles; and Tushar Dhingra, Co-founder & CEO, Dhishoom Cinemas.

In his keynote address at the summit before the Mahasangram Session, David Macadam, CEO, Middle East Council of Shopping Centres (MECSC), International Council of Shopping Centres (ICSC), shared insights on the evolution of experiential retail and e-commerce. He discussed the challenges and opportunities within the retail industry, emphasizing the importance of adapting to consumer demands for experiential and sustainable shopping experiences. Macadam highlighted the significant role of AI and technology in retail, the impact of mixed-use developments, and strategies for business development. He advocated for embracing change, prioritizing customer experience, and leveraging strategic partnerships to navigate the retail landscape successfully.

Day 2 of RLS 2024 also had a dedicated D2C segment that saw participation of leaders of top D2C brands namely, Dhiraj Agarwal, Founder, Campus Sutra; Sneh Jain, Managing Director, The Baker’s Dozen; Harsh Lal, Co-Founder, The Souled Store. A scintillating Fireside chat with Parul Gulati, Actor & Founder of Nish Hair (featured on Shark Tank India). This segment explored the unconventional strategies that has enable these brands to achieve immense success in a short frame of time.

Parallelly to RLS 2024 was an extensive session of ‘Retail Store Design’ that saw participation of top retailers and brands deliberating on topics such as ‘Future of Retail Design: Exploring Emerging Trends and Technologies’, ‘Balancing Design and Functionality in Retail Spaces’, a captivating Fireside Chat and  a Masterclass on ‘The art of curating memorable and meaning customer journey’.

The advisory board of RLS 2024 includes Anujj Puri, ANAROCK, Ashwin Khasgiwala, Reliance Retail Limited; Avjit Mitra, Croma, Infiniti Retail; Hari Menon, bigbasket; Johnson Verghese, Fossil India; Nissan Joseph, Metro Brands; Rajneesh Mahajan, Inorbit Mall; Sagar Daryani, Wow! Momo Foods; Venkatesalu P, Trent.

The first day of RLS 2024 came to a close with the grand felicitation of the crème de la crème of the retail industry with India’s Retail Champions Award 2024 and the Retail Start-up Awards 2024, both evaluated by eminent personalities from the industry as the Jury.

Winners of India’s Retail Champions Awards 2024 were:

Mumbai, 26 December 2023 – myHQ by ANAROCK, India’s leading platform for flexible workspace solutions, has entered a strategic partnership with Awfis, the country’s largest provider of agile office spaces, to give on-demand access to Awfis’s 100+ centers across the country.

Utkarsh Kawatra, Senior Director – myHQ by ANAROCK, says, “Under this collaboration, myHQ user base of 100,000 individuals, will now have seamless access to Awfis centers to book on-demand seats and meeting rooms across the country via the myHQ app. Our on-demand solutions are one of the most popular options for professionals who need to get work done in an enabled corporate setting on a short-term or occasional basis. They can book individually or together, a single seat or a meeting room, whatever they need.”

This unique collaboration will leverage the hugely increased post-pandemic pace of the Indian coworking industry. As per myHQ research, since 2017, an astonishing 25 mn. sq.ft. of coworking spaces have penetrated the top 7 cities of the country.

“Today, coworking represents a 21% share of the country’s entire commercial office space sector,” says Kawatra. “In Q3 2023, the top 7 cities have absorbed 10.5 million square feet of office space, of which coworking accounts for a approx. 20% share. The most vibrant coworking hubs in India are currently NCR, Pune, and Bengaluru – but the flex workspace trend is rapidly penetrating even Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities and towns.”

Description automatically generated Sumit Lakhani, Deputy CEO – Awfis, says, “We are excited to collaborate with myHQ for our mobility solutions. For us, this becomes another key source of helping a wider audience base experience our services. Our products have been carefully designed keeping in mind the evolving preferences of the new-age workforce and our pricing strategy ensures that people get elevated workspace experience in key micro-markets across cities at a very competitive price. This partnership aligns with our goal to maximize our reach to individuals and corporates across the country.”

Post the Covid-19 pandemic, 70% of Indian companies have adopted various iterations of flexible work models. Coworking spaces have thus become the go-to option for firms and their employees to accommodate their dynamic work approach. More than 50% of startups and fledgling firms with smaller teams find coworking an exceptionally cost-effective solution for hybrid work.

Coworking centers have become a very attractive proposition for businesses, especially startups and companies with smaller teams. The myHQ SaaS platform has already enabled such firms, as well as large corporates who have added flexible work to their traditional office approach, access to 1000+ centers across India.