2025 REAL ESTATE ROUND-UP: KEY DEALS, GROWTH & TRENDS
By Jaipriya K S, Assistant Editor, Homes India

2025 REAL ESTATE ROUND-UP: KEY DEALS, GROWTH & TRENDS

2025 REAL ESTATE ROUND UP

India’s real estate sector in 2025 reflected a decisive shift driven by policy stability, structural reforms, and evolving homebuyer preferences.  A mix of interest rate dynamics, tax reforms, and accelerated adoption of technology-driven real estate solutions has shaped the market.

Growing focus on urban infrastructure, premium housing, and lifestyle-led developments reflected changing demand patterns. With all these developments setting the tone, let’s take a look at the highlights of 2025 in the real estate landscape and uncover its defining moments.

Top Celebrity Purchases in 2025

  1. Amitabh Bachchan’s Mumbai Duplex Sells for ₹83 Cr with 168% Appreciation

  2. Etonhurst Buys 37 Ultra-Luxury Worli Apartments for ₹500 Cr

  3. Varun Dhawan and Wife Acquire ₹44 Cr Luxury Home in Mumbai

Mumbai’s luxury property market made headlines with Amitabh Bachchan selling his Oshiwara duplex for ₹83 crore, realising a 168 percent gain on his original ₹31 crore investment and underscoring strong asset value growth in prime locations. Etonhurst Capital executed a landmark institutional deal by acquiring 37 ultra-luxury apartments in Worli for over ₹500 crore, marking a rare large-scale buyout in India’s high-end housing segment. Meanwhile, actor Varun Dhawan and wife Natasha Dalal purchased two premium Juhu residences valued at ₹44.5 crore (part of a combined ~₹87 crore family investment), highlighting continued celebrity interest in Mumbai’s upscale residential inventory.

Luxury Launches

  1. Aparna Group Launches ₹2,525 Cr Luxury High-Rise in Hyderabad

  2. Prestige Group Unveils Three Luxury Residential Projects in Mumbai

  3. Tribeca Developers Launch ₹1,000 Cr Luxury Project in Pune

Aparna Group has launched Aparna Moonstone, a ₹2,525 crore luxury high-rise residential community in Hyderabad’s Gopanpally, featuring over 2,000 upscale apartments and premium amenities, reinforcing demand for high-end housing in the city’s fast-growing corridors.

Prestige Group is expanding in Mumbai with three luxury residential projects, adding significant high-end housing supply to key urban centres and aligning with its broader multi-city launch pipeline this year.

In Pune, Tribeca Developers has partnered on a mixed-use luxury development in Lullanagar valued at over ₹1,000 crore, combining premium residences with retail, underscoring rising luxury demand in the city’s property market.

Key Policy, Rates & Macro Reports

  1. MPC Keeps Rates Unchanged Amid Tariff Turmoil; Experts Flag Housing Impact

  2. GST Rationalisation Sparks Real Estate Momentum Ahead of Festival Season

  3. Real Estate Set to Surge After GST Cut on Cement and Construction Materials

India’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) maintained policy stability by keeping the repo rate unchanged, balancing inflation control with tariff-linked external headwinds that could slow housing demand, while signalling accommodative conditions for borrowers.

This rate pause supports steady housing financing costs. Meanwhile, GST rationalization, including cuts on key real estate inputs such as cement and construction materials, has sparked market optimism ahead of the festive season by lowering construction costs and enhancing buyer sentiment. As a result, real estate activity is expected to strengthen, with improved affordability and stronger demand prospects.

Hospitality Expansion

  1. The Leela Announces Luxury Desert Resort in Jaisalmer

  2. ITC Hotels to Launch Storii Resort in Wayanad, Kerala

  3. Sterling Unveils New Luxury Retreat in Maharashtra

The Leela Palaces, Hotels & Resorts has signed a management agreement for The Leela Jaisalmer, an 80-room luxury desert resort and spa set on 30 acres near Jaisalmer Fort, bringing bespoke leisure hospitality to one of Rajasthan’s most iconic destinations with premium amenities, wellness spaces, and event venues.

ITC Hotels is expanding its boutique Storii by ITC Hotels brand into Wayanad, Kerala, with the 62-room Storii Wayanad Silverwoods by Banasura Sagar Dam, enhancing its footprint in South India’s nature-centric leisure market.

Sterling Holiday Resorts has unveiled Sterling Tipeshwar, a luxury wildlife retreat in Maharashtra’s Tipeshwar Tiger Reserve, catering to experiential and eco-tourism demand and strengthening its upscale resort portfolio.

New Home Décor Arrivals 2025

  1. Sarita Handa Unveils Exquisite Luxury Wall Coverings - Echelon for Sarita Handa

  2. Indulge in Spa-Like Luxury with Hamam Home Linen Collection, Courtesy Maison by Nirmals

  3. Check Out Duroflex's Latest Collection: Sofas, Recliners, and Mattresses

A surge in luxury home décor highlights refined interior aesthetics this season. Embroidered Wall Covering by Sarita Handa showcases artisanal wall coverings from Sarita Handa, blending traditional craft with contemporary design for statement interiors.

Maison by Nirmals elevates bedrooms and baths with premium linen and spa-like textiles, curated under the Hamam Home collection banner.

Complementing these are Duroflex’s newest offerings in comfort with recliners, sofas, and high-performance mattresses such as Strength Memory Foam Coir Orthopedic Mattress and Back Magic Orthopedic Coir Mattress, enhancing both style and everyday comfort.

Realty Pulse: Market Snapshot

  1. Tier 2 Cities Outperforming Metros in Property Appreciation – Know Why

  2. Mumbai Hits Remarkable Property Registrations Record in H1 2025

  3. Where Are Property Prices Skyrocketing? All Eyes on These Twin Engines of NCR

Tier-2 cities are increasingly outperforming traditional metros in property appreciation as affordability, improving infrastructure, and employment prospects drive buyer interest, with several such markets posting double-digit price gains that rival metropolitan growth rates.

Mumbai’s real estate sector hit a remarkable milestone, recording its highest property registration figures in more than a decade in H1 2025, with robust transaction volumes and rising revenue from premium segment sales underscoring sustained buyer demand.

Meanwhile, the National Capital Region’s “twin engines” - Greater Noida and Noida, are emerging as property price hotspots, with significant multi-year appreciation and strong investor interest, reflecting broader NCR price acceleration and infrastructure-led growth.

Real Estate Trends Outlook – 2025

  1. India's Housing Market Q3 FY25: Prices, Demands & Trends

  2. A New Trend in Indian Real Estate: Integration of Coworking Spaces in Housing Developments

  3. The Future of Assisted Living in India: Trends and Innovations

India’s real estate market in Q3 FY25 saw strong demand and rising property prices, particularly in premium and mid‑segment homes across major cities, reflecting healthy buyer sentiment and market fundamentals. Developers are increasingly integrating coworking spaces within residential projects, catering to hybrid work trends and lifestyle convenience. Meanwhile, the assisted living segment is gaining momentum, driven by an aging population and lifestyle-focused innovations, offering wellness, healthcare, and community-oriented solutions. These shifts highlight emerging real estate trends shaping modern urban living and investment priorities in India.

Leadership Lens: Industry Insights That Draw Attention

  1. AI-Powered Platforms Transforming India’s Residential Realty Market - Sunil Mishra, Chief AI & Strategy Officer, ANAROCK Group

  2. How PropTech and Digital Solutions Are Transforming Modern Living - Prasun Kumar, Chief Marketing Officer, Magicbricks

  3. Masterplanning Townships: A Blueprint for Modern Living - Dr. Niranjan Hiranandani, Founder & Chairman, Hiranandani Group

Sunil Mishra of ANAROCK Group highlights how AI-powered platforms like ANAROCK.AI are reshaping residential real estate via generative and predictive tools that identify high-conversion leads, boost sales acceleration, and deliver personalized engagement for today’s homebuyers.

Prasun Kumar of MagicBricks underscores how PropTech and digital solutions, including AI-driven insights, immersive visualization, and smart home features are transforming modern living by enhancing discovery, transparency, and decision-making across the property journey.

Dr. Niranjan Hiranandani champions masterplanned townships that integrate sustainable infrastructure, community-centric design, and mixed-use amenities as blueprints for holistic urban living.

Looking ahead, India’s real estate market is poised for sustainable, long-term growth supported by regulatory stability, rising housing demand, and increasing institutional and consumer confidence. As urbanisation, digital transformation, and smart development models gain traction, the sector is expected to play a critical role in strengthening India’s urban economy. With 2025 setting strong foundations, 2026 promises even greater investment opportunities, innovation in housing solutions, and urban expansion, making it a year to watch closely.

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