Are India’s Real Estate Developers on a Land Buying Spree?
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Synopsis
Discover the insatiable appetite of India’s real estate developers for land as new data reveals a staggering 2,898 acres transacted in just six months. With the market showing unprecedented growth, what does this mean for the future of development across the country? Find out more!
Key Takeaways
- 2,898 acres of land transacted in H1 2025.
- Total value of land transactions reached Rs 30,885 crore.
- Development potential exceeds 233 million sq. ft..
- Major activity in top 7 cities, especially Mumbai.
- Significant land deals for residential and commercial projects.
Mumbai, July 8 (NationPress) The ongoing land acquisition frenzy by real estate developers has shown no signs of slowing down in the first half of 2025. An ANAROCK report unveiled on Tuesday indicates that over 2,898 acres of land were traded in 76 deals throughout India during H1 2025.
Already, the volume of land transactions in 2025 has reached 1.15 times the total for the entire year of 2024, which recorded about 133 deals covering 2,515 acres.
In the first half of 2025, the total value of land transactions amounted to Rs 30,885 crore, providing a revenue potential of around Rs 1.47 lakh crore and a total development potential exceeding 233 million sq. ft., according to the report.
The report also reveals that of the land deals executed in H1 2025, more than 67 deals involving roughly 991 acres occurred in the top seven cities alone.
The remaining nine deals, accounting for over 1,907 acres, were conducted in tier 2 and 3 cities such as Ahmedabad, Amritsar, Coimbatore, Indore, Mysuru, and Panipat.
Within the top seven cities, the Mumbai Metropolitan Region led the way with 24 land deals covering more than 433 acres. This was followed by Bengaluru with 15 deals for around 182 acres, and Pune with 13 deals for over 214 acres.
Beyond residential real estate, sectors such as commercial, retail, industrial & logistics, and warehousing are also propelling significant land transactions in strategic locations across India.
Out of the total land deals in H1 2025, at least 54 deals covering over 1,200 acres are earmarked for residential projects, which include apartments, villas, plotted developments, and township initiatives.
Additionally, 8 deals for roughly 48.41 acres are targeted for commercial projects, while 6 deals for approximately 1,034 acres are planned for mixed-use developments, according to the report.
Mayank Saksena, MD & CEO - Land Services, ANAROCK Group, stated, "The years following the pandemic, starting from 2021, have witnessed an unyielding wave of land transactions. The magnitude and complexity of these deals, which represent a cumulative development potential of 841 million sq. ft., highlight the evolution of the real estate market and the strategic significance of land as a fundamental resource."
He further noted, "The rise of tier 2 and 3 cities as vital players in the national land transaction landscape is also a significant development."
Point of View
I observe the real estate sector's rapid evolution with great interest. The surge in land transactions, particularly in tier 2 and 3 cities, marks a pivotal shift in our economy. This trend not only reflects growing confidence among developers but also the increasing importance of these regions in our national development strategy.
NationPress
02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What regions are most active in land transactions?
The top seven cities, particularly the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, Bengaluru, and Pune, are currently leading in land transactions.
What is the total land area transacted in 2025?
In the first half of 2025, over 2,898 acres of land have been transacted across 76 deals.
What are the key sectors driving land deals?
Residential development, commercial projects, and mixed-use developments are the main drivers of land deals.
How has the land transaction volume changed compared to previous years?
The land transaction volume in H1 2025 is already 1.15 times that of the entire year of 2024.
What is the significance of tier 2 and 3 cities?
Tier 2 and 3 cities are becoming increasingly important in the national land transaction ecosystem, contributing significantly to overall activity.
