I still remember the first time my parents and I searched online for apartment rentals in Bengaluru and a few other places across the country.
I felt frustrated by endless calls, vague photos, and hidden broker fees. Then I discovered the idea of “proptech” — using technology to make property search and real‑estate deals easier.
Today, Proptech is booming in India. New startups are changing how Indians buy, sell, rent, and manage homes. As we head into 2026, the Indian real estate market is shifting fast.
3. Tanuj Shori & Kanika Gupta Shori: Square Yards
Square Yards is a full‑stack real estate and mortgage marketplace founded by Tanuj Shori and Kanika Gupta Shori (among others).
Why they matter: They offer a broad real‑estate service — not just listings, but buying, selling, mortgage advisory, financial services, and property investment support. Their platform tries to guide a customer through the entire home‑buying journey: from search to financing to ownership.
Area of expertise: Integrated real estate solutions — combining tech, finance, brokerage, and advisory to simplify home buying and investment.
Achievements: Growing a wide footprint; gaining trust among buyers and investors; evolving into a global real‑estate and mortgage marketplace (for people in India and NRIs).
Why watch them in 2026: As housing demand grows in tier‑2 and tier‑3 cities, many prospective buyers will need guidance beyond just listings — from mortgages to legal to planning. Square Yards’ integrated model could become increasingly relevant.
4. Sumit Jain: CommonFloor
Sumit Jain co‑founded CommonFloor (along with others) back in 2007 — among India’s early real‑estate portals.
Why he matters: As one of the earliest players in real‑estate technology in India, CommonFloor helped shape the early expectations of online property search. It blended listings with tools — such as virtual tours, community‑based services, and apartment/complex management tools.
Area of expertise: Online property listings + community & apartment management + virtual/online touring and search tools.
Achievements: Establishing a respected property portal early on; building a large user base; creating features like virtual tours and live-in tours to enhance user experience.
Why watch him in 2026: Even though real‑estate tech has evolved a lot, CommonFloor’s early innovations show how portals can evolve beyond mere listing — into community management, digital tours, and tech‑driven living solutions. Such features may gain new relevance in future urban housing demands.
Also Read: How PropTech and Digital Solutions are Transforming Modern Living
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