Capital Appreciation Surpasses Rental Growth in India’s Top Cities: Report

A new report has revealed that property prices in key micro-markets across India’s top seven cities have surged significantly between 2021 and 2024, outpacing rental growth. According to the latest data from Anarock, capital values in these areas increased by as much as 128%, while rental values grew at a comparatively slower rate.

Noida’s Sector 150 Leads in Capital Appreciation

The report highlights Noida’s Sector 150 as the top-performing micro-market, with property prices soaring 128% over the three-year period. However, rental values for a standard 1,000 sq ft 2BHK in the area increased by only 66%.

Similar trends were observed in other major cities such as Mumbai, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru, where capital appreciation exceeded rental growth:

Some Markets See Higher Rental Growth

While capital appreciation dominated most cities, a few locations, such as Pune, Kolkata, and Chennai, showed stronger rental growth compared to property price increases:

Expert Insights for Investors

According to Anuj Puri, Chairman of Anarock Group, investors looking for long-term capital appreciation should focus on locations with strong property price growth. On the other hand, those interested in rental income should target areas where rental values are rising steadily.

The report underscores the importance of understanding property price trends vs. rental growth when making real estate investment decisions. It also suggests that potential homebuyers carefully evaluate whether buying or renting makes more financial sense in a given market.

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