High-end homes in India are no longer just luxury—they’re strategic assets. With NRIs and HNIs stepping up investments in India’s premium real estate, a structural shift is underway. Backed by branded developers and regulatory confidence, this trend is reshaping demand, redefining urban living, and redrawing the investment map of India’s metros.
A new report by Anarock reveals a powerful tilt toward premium housing: 59% of new launches in Delhi NCR, 18% in Hyderabad, and 12% in Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) were priced above Rs 2.5 crore in 2024. The surge is largely attributed to high-net-worth individuals (HNIs) and non-resident Indians (NRIs) who are returning to Indian real estate as a secure, high-yield asset class.
Top Developers Riding the Premium Wave
The real beneficiaries of this upmarket momentum are India’s Grade A developers—publicly listed, compliance-driven brands with strong reputations for timely delivery. FY25 performance numbers say it all.
Godrej Properties clocked Rs 29,444 crore in sales, a 31% YoY rise. Signature Global posted Rs 10,209 crore in pre-sales, up 42% YoY. Macrotech Developers (Lodha) saw bookings of Rs 17,630 crore, growing 21% over the previous fiscal.
These players aren't just selling homes—they're selling trust, brand equity, and a vision of global-standard living. With superior project execution, they’re attracting premium buyers who prioritize lifestyle, security, and long-term asset value.
Ravi Aggarwal, MD of Signature Global, summed it up: “Buyer confidence has never been higher. NRIs and HNIs see value in branded real estate that delivers both lifestyle and returns. We're aligning our product strategy with these aspirations.”
Gurugram, Hyderabad, Bengaluru: New Hotbeds of Luxury Living
While Mumbai remains India’s luxury real estate capital, Gurugram has rapidly emerged as a contender, thanks to locations like Dwarka Expressway, SPR, and New Gurugram. With integrated projects like Krisumi City redefining the idea of self-sustained townships, buyers are flocking to developments that offer everything—housing, workspaces, leisure zones—in one urban ecosystem.
Ashok Kapur, Chairman of Krisumi Corporation, pointed out, “The NRI and HNI push is real—and growing. Projects like Krisumi City are answering the call for global aesthetics, robust infrastructure, and future-ready urban planning.”
Hyderabad and Bengaluru, with strong IT hubs and global connectivity, are also witnessing a flood of high-ticket launches. These cities are attracting buyers who seek long-term returns, coupled with cosmopolitan living environments.
Real Estate Consolidation: Big Fish Getting Bigger
Post-RERA, market consolidation has tilted power toward Grade A developers. According to ICRA, these firms are outperforming industry averages, securing easier funding, and cornering market share. Their scale allows them to execute large projects, meet ESG norms, and adopt global best practices—qualities prized by both domestic buyers and global investors.
Industry estimates suggest that 20–25% of investments in new premium launches come from NRIs—clear proof that the global Indian is firmly backing India’s top developers.
Premium Real Estate Is Reshaping India’s Urban Growth Story
The surge in luxury real estate demand is more than just a post-pandemic bounce—it’s a structural transformation. As NRIs and HNIs double down on Indian property, branded developers are setting the pace for an evolved, experience-driven housing market.
This wave of premium real estate demand isn’t just good news for developers—it’s a litmus test for the future of Indian cities. Urban living is being redefined by lifestyle-driven, trust-backed housing. The Indian real estate sector’s next phase of growth will be led by those who can deliver not just square footage, but an experience—rooted in credibility, curated design, and global sensibilities.
