6 Key Trends Propelling Real Estate Demand in Metro Cities 

Author: Riddhi Gadhiya
6 Key Trends Propelling Real Estate Demand in Metro Cities 

The Indian real estate industry is the backbone of the country’s economy. This sector has seen its highest upswings and downswings in the last two years, mainly due to the events unfolding after the COVID-19 pandemic. Post the second wave subsiding, the real estate sector has remained largely resilient and has shown signs of revival. As India positions itself as the driver of the global economy and promises high-speed growth across industries, commercial real estate, increasing housing demand, and focus on metro real estate will be the key drivers of growth.

The Indian real estate sector is not just crucial due to our growing real estate demand for office space, housing, and accommodation. Still, it is also an essential growth driver for India’s economy. As per  IBEF reports, the real estate sector is the second-highest employment generator in India and is expected to reach US$ 1 trillion in market size by 2030, up from US$ 200 billion in 2021. It is also expected to contribute 13% to its GDP by 2025.

To help cater to this growing demand, the  real estate broker network needs to stay abreast with the latest real estate trends while adopting technology as an enabler to help them reach a wider audience. With post-pandemic driven changes to real estate buying and the growing attention of NRIs and foreign investors, real estate sales processes are changing significantly. Here is a look at the key trends and preferences that will drive real-estate demand in metro cities: 

1. Advancement in Technology

Advancement in Technology

Demand comes soaring in real estate and that too with stiff competition. As customers require personalized and specific recommendations, the real estate broker network needs to increasingly adopt predictive analytics and technology to accurately forecast demand, understand customer preferences, and simplify placing orders with the vendor.  Developers are also keen to use technology to gauge the demand from the users and use it to plan their sales strategies and future projects.
Technology is also being leveraged for internal real estate process management, such as

  • Understanding future demands
  • Inventory management, and
  • Raw material procurement

As time goes by,  real estate sales are increasingly becoming technology & data-driven and will become crucial for real estate developers and service providers. 

2. Preference Towards Mid & Premium Segment

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Since the pandemic, people are spending more time at home, with remote work also being considered by several large organizations. It has changed customer preference, and homebuyers prefer mid to:

  • Premium segment homes
  • Housing societies
  • Plush apartments
  • Gated communities

This growing trend is mainly seen in metro cities and in smaller cities where the younger population is growing and looking for an independent home. 

3. Importance of Leisure, Personal Space, and Flexibility

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In addition to a premium apartment, home buyers are also considering amenities provided when it comes to buying or investing in real estate. The buyers are considering new amenities as per:

  • More extensive flats or apartments
  • Space for specifically designed home offices
  • Additional space that includes a terrace or more oversized balcony

Homebuyers also tend to prefer societies with shared co-working spaces, meeting rooms, creche, and other facilities that can help them effectively manage their work-from-home lifestyle.

4. Preference for Low-Density Projects

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While COVID-19-led trends have created a shift in how close or segregated most home buyers want to stay, the cost factor also plays a crucial role in homeowners preferring to buy in a high-rise or low-density apartment complex, given that it is a relatively more affordable option.

The growing preference for low-density housing projects also has to do with changing priorities. The daily home-to-office commute is no longer the critical criterion for considering the locality to buy a home. Most customers view properties in areas with lower air pollution levels closer to nature and those that offer easy access to highways. 

5. Continued Focus on Infrastructure Development and Industrial Growth

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PropTech or property Technology is yet another growing trend that is prevailing in the real estate industry. Under PropTech, 6 technologies have surfaced to dominate the real estate space, including:

  • SaaS
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Internet of Things
  • Robotic Process Automation
  • Virtual / Augmented Reality, and
  • Blockchain

Several real estate brokers in India and providers are using PropTech to help boost their customer services, offering customers the ease of use and the ability to view the property remotely using the latest technologies.

This is a preference not just for outstation or NRI buyers who cannot physically visit the property; even local buyers prefer to first look at the property and its facilities online before visiting in person. BeyondWalls is the future and will make real estate investment and buying simple and transparent.

6. Investment Aspect to Grow

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Real estate is no longer seen just from the prism of home buying or commercial use. Still, it is also considered an excellent investment opportunity by many. In India, institutional investment in real estate has doubled annually to touch $1.1 billion during Q1 2022, and foreign investment accounted for 70% of the inflow. The remaining 30% came from domestic investment, which has regained pre-pandemic levels.

With the rise in demand for co-working spaces and rising influx to metro cities given the higher job opportunities, this sector will continue to see strong interest and significant growth. 

Conclusion

The real estate industry has displayed that despite disruptions and uncertainty, the real estate demand in India has not gone down and will not any time soon. The rising demand for co-working spaces and commercial properties from the residential property, increased demand for data centers, and other vital factors will play a decisive role in enabling the Indian real estate growth.

Metro cities will benefit significantly from this rising demand. While India is witnessing a solid real estate push, reports suggest that Bengaluru can be the country’s favourite real estate investment destination, followed by interest in growing cities like Ahmedabad, Pune, Chennai, Goa, and Dehradun.

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Riddhi Gadhiya

Riddhi Gadhiya is a dynamic and accomplished Brand Architect specialised in Performance Marketing, currently contributing her expertise in the field of PropTech at BeyondWalls. With over 7 years of experience, Riddhi has established herself as a solution-focused and result-oriented digital marketing professional, garnering praise for her exceptional performance and track record of proven results.

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Comments (10)

Ronish Khanna

I found the information about the growing investment aspect of real estate to be very interesting. I was not aware that real estate is increasingly being seen as an investment opportunity, and I think this is a trend that is worth watching.

Sartha K

This article not only serves as a comprehensive analysis of the Indian real estate industry but also engages readers with real-world examples and expert insights.

Kavya Nair

Great blog! I appreciate the valuable insights you've shared here. Keep up the excellent work!"

Suraj Kumar

I really enjoyed reading this article. It is very informative and provides a good overview of the factors driving the rising demand for real estate in metro cities.

Anshul Rao

Good post, I think the most important takeaway from it is that real estate demand in metro cities is likely to continue to grow in the years to come. This is due to a number of factors, including population growth, economic growth, and the rise of remote work.

Soumya Patel

I found the article to be informative and well-written. It did a good job of explaining the key factors that are driving demand for real estate in metro cities.

Rajal

Overall, your blog post offers valuable insights into the rising real estate demand in metro cities. The analysis of the key drivers, such as demographic changes, infrastructure development, lifestyle preferences, and technology, provides a comprehensive understanding of the current market dynamics.

Aachal Mehta

This blog covers the rising real estate demand in metro cities with valuable insights into the current market trends and the factors driving increased demand for properties in urban areas.

Yogesh Vaze

Hi, Your blog is worth appreciating, it had a lot of useful information! With current changes in real estate buying and the growing attention of NRIs and foreign investors, real estate sales processes are changing significantly which is driving real-estate demand in metro cities

Ajay Samaji

With post-pandemic driven changes to real estate buying these are the key trends and preferences that will drive real estate demand in metro cities.