Indian Real Estate Attracts $80 Billion in Institutional Investments Since 2010
The Indian real estate sector has seen a significant influx of $80 billion in institutional investments over the past 15 years, with a substantial contribution from foreign investors. Credai and Colliers project that the market could reach $5-10 trillion by 2047.
Indian Real EstateInstitutional InvestmentsForeign InvestorsCredaiColliersReal Estate NewsSep 13, 2025
The real estate sector in India has witnessed notable growth in institutional investments. In the last 15 years, investment inflows have touched nearly $80 billion, with a significant portion coming from foreign players. The institutional flow of funds includes investments by family offices, foreign corporate groups, foreign banks, proprietary books, pension funds, private equity, real estate fund-cum-developers, foreign-funded NBFCs, listed REITs, and sovereign wealth funds.
Credai and Colliers noted that the share of domestic capital has also grown after the Covid pandemic. The report projects that the size of the Indian real estate market could reach $5-10 trillion by 2047. Credai president Shekhar Patel said, “By 2047, Indian real estate will not just be measured in square feet or asset values -- it will be defined by the quality of life we create for millions of citizens.”
Patel added, “The sector is uniquely positioned to reimagine India’s urban future: designing climate-resilient cities, building affordable yet aspirational homes, and nurturing ecosystems that foster innovation and inclusivity.” He emphasized that Credai will take efforts to transform this sector.
Colliers India CEO Badal Yagnik said, “Fuelled by supportive policies, envisaged demand traction, and rising developer and investor interest, Indian real estate is poised for decades of growth acceleration across most asset classes.” Projecting the growth potential of each asset class in the realm of Indian real estate, he highlighted that both Grade A office and industrial stock of the country is expected to surpass the 2 billion sq ft-mark by 2047.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total institutional investment in Indian real estate since 2010?
Indian real estate has attracted nearly $80 billion in institutional investments over the last 15 years.
What percentage of the investment comes from foreign investors?
Foreign investors account for 57 percent of the total institutional investment in Indian real estate.
What is the projected size of the Indian real estate market by 2047?
The Indian real estate market is projected to reach $5-10 trillion by 2047.
What are the key sources of institutional investments in Indian real estate?
The key sources include family offices, foreign corporate groups, foreign banks, proprietary books, pension funds, private equity, real estate fund-cum-developers, foreign-funded NBFCs, listed REITs, and sovereign wealth funds.
What are the expected growth areas in Indian real estate by 2047?
Both Grade A office and industrial stock in India are expected to surpass the 2 billion sq ft-mark by 2047.
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