Real Estate Maharashtra

Housing sales fall 6% to 1.03 lakh units in top 9 cities in Q3

2026-09-27 · GeoSquare News Scraper

Housing sales across the top nine Indian cities fell 6% year-on-year to 1.03 lakh units in the September quarter, according to latest industry data. The moderation reflects a high base and cautious buyer sentiment, even as demand remains steady in key markets like Pune.

Pune remains a key market

Pune, one of the nine cities tracked, continues to attract end-users and investors due to its IT hubs, infrastructure upgrades, and relatively affordable pricing compared to Mumbai. However, the overall dip suggests buyers are taking longer to close deals amid rising interest rates and global uncertainty.

What it means for Maharashtra buyers

For Maharashtra property buyers, the data points to a balanced market. Developers may offer festive discounts and flexible payment plans to boost sales in the coming quarters. Investors should focus on well-located projects with strong rental demand rather than speculative bets.

Outlook

With stable employment and ongoing infrastructure projects like metro expansions and expressways, the long-term demand story for Pune and other Maharashtra cities remains intact. Buyers can negotiate better terms, but should verify project approvals and delivery timelines.