India's real estate market to hit $10 trillion by 2047: Colliers-CREDAI report​

Sep 25, 2024

By: Prerna Tyagi

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​Indian real estate to soar to $10 trillion by 2047!​

India’s real estate market is set for a seismic shift, growing at a massive 16% annually to hit USD 10 trillion by 2047! Let’s dive into the six factors that will shape the future, according to a report by Colliers.

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Growth driver 1: Rapid urbanisation​

By 2050, more than half of India's population will be living in cities, fuelling massive demand for housing, offices, and retail spaces, especially in cities like Mumbai, Delhi, and Bangalore. Expect smaller towns and peripheral urban areas to grow into real estate hotspots too!

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Growth driver 2: Infrastructure overhaul​

India’s infra is getting a major upgrade with projects like the Gati Shakti Master Plan, industrial corridors, and the Golden Quadrilateral. This will trigger a wave of real estate development in tier II & III cities, bringing modern amenities and commercial hubs to these areas.

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Growth driver 3: The digital transformation​

The digital revolution is reshaping Indian real estate. Data centres are also emerging as a high-growth asset class, catering to India’s data boom.

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Growth driver 4: Shifting demographics​

By 2050, the median age will rise to around 40, with the urban population hitting 50%. The surge in first-time homebuyers, combined with an ageing population, will drive demand for everything from starter homes to senior living communities.

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Growth driver 5: Sustainability takes centre stage​

With sustainability being a key focus, developers are adopting eco-friendly designs at every stage of construction. Green certifications for offices and homes will soon be standard, and renewable energy usage will rise, creating future-ready, environmentally conscious spaces.

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Growth driver 6: Diversified investments​

Indi's real estate is attracting massive foreign investments, with over USD 60 billion coming in over the past decade! Institutional investors are now eyeing not just residential properties, but assets like data centres, senior living, and even healthcare facilities.

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New real estate segments to watch: Senior living, co-living & data centres​

Real estate is evolving beyond just homes and offices. Senior living communities will cater to the growing ageing population, co-living spaces will be a hit with young professionals, and data centres will boom due to the increasing demand for digital services.

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Tier II & III cities: The new growth engines​

Move over, metros! Smaller cities and towns like Lucknow, Surat, and Coimbatore are emerging as the next big thing in real estate. With affordable housing, business opportunities, and infrastructure developments, these cities will see a real estate boom like never before.

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​Indian real estate in 2047: A trillion-dollar future​

As India reaches its centenary year of independence, its real estate sector will be a cornerstone of the economy. With cutting-edge technologies, sustainable practices, and global investments, the market is expected to contribute up to 20% of India’s GDP. Its future looks bright!

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