East Bengaluru sees surge in housing launches on strong demand, metro push
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], May 13 (ANI): East Bengaluru has emerged as the city's most active residential market, with developers increasing launches across Whitefield, Gunjur, Budigere Cross and nearby micro-markets amid sustained demand from technology professionals and improving metro connectivity.
According to consultancy Cushman & Wakefield latest report, the eastern corridor accounted for around 57 per cent of Bengaluru's residential launches in the January-March quarter of 2026, as the city recorded launch of 12,664 housing units during the period. The city saw around 4 per cent growth in launches on both quarterly and annual basis.
The consultancy noted that Bengaluru has been witnessing average quarterly launches of over 12,000 units over the past several quarters, indicating steady developer activity in the market.
It added that East, south-east and north sub markets, i.e., the prime office sub markets, continued to record growth in capital values. Average city-wide rentals appreciated by 1-2 per cent on a quarterly basis and 4-5 per cent on an annual basis.
Industry executives said improving metro connectivity, office expansion and strengthening social infrastructure continue to support housing demand in the region.
"The combination of metro connectivity, expanding office corridors and improving social infrastructure has strengthened the region's residential market over the past few years. We are seeing steady demand from both homebuyers and investors, particularly in well-connected micro-markets. East Bengaluru continues to attract interest because of its proximity to employment hubs, improving infrastructure and the potential for long-term value appreciation," he said.
Ramji Subramaniam, Managing Director of Sowparnika Projects, said demand for mid-income housing continues to remain steady despite rising property prices in several parts of the city.
Rental growth in East Bengaluru also outpaced the city average, with rentals rising around 6 per cent year-on-year compared to Bengaluru's average annual rental growth of 4-5 per cent.
"Bengaluru's mid-segment housing market is evolving, with buyers placing greater emphasis on timely delivery, project quality and transparency. Areas such as Whitefield, Gunjur and Panathur continue to witness healthy demand due to their proximity to major employment hubs and improving infrastructure connectivity," he said.
"Sustained launch activity in East Bengaluru reflects continued homebuyer interest in infrastructure-led micro-markets. There is also growing preference for integrated residential communities with better recreational and wellness amenities, as buyers increasingly look for lifestyle-oriented developments with stronger social infrastructure," he said.
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