Mumbai Experiences 4% Drop in Property Registrations: A Shift in the Real Estate Landscape

Mumbai witnessed a 4% year-over-year decline in property sales registrations in May 2025, primarily due to a drop in the mid-range property segment. However, the luxury segment saw a 24% growth, indicating a shift in the real estate market dynamics.

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Mumbai Experiences 4% Drop in Property Registrations: A Shift in the Real Estate Landscape
Real Estate News:Mumbai city saw a YoY decline of 4% in monthly property sales registrations at 11,565 in May 2025, mainly due to a drop in registrations of properties priced between Rs 2 crore to Rs 5 crore. This is the first time the city has seen a YOY drop in registrations in the last eight months, according to data collated by Knight Frank.

However, registrations in the luxury segment, where property prices are priced Rs 5 crore and above, saw 24% growth in May 2025 on a yearly basis. The segment share in overall registrations also increased from 5% in May 2024 to 7% in May 2025.

The growth in registrations of properties priced between Rs 2 crore to Rs 5 crore came down by 14%, and its share in overall registrations decreased to 17% in May 2025 from 19% in May 2024. Despite the decline in overall property registrations, the May 2025 registrations contributed Rs 1,062 crore to the state’s revenue. While property registrations declined by 4% year-on-year (YoY) in May 2025, stamp duty collection witnessed a rise of 3% during the same period. The market continues to be driven by residential demand, with 80% of all registrations in the month attributed to residential properties, Knight Frank said.

Apartments up to 1,000 sq ft continued to dominate Mumbai’s residential registrations in May 2025, accounting for 83% of all transactions—unchanged from the previous year. Western Suburbs and Central Suburbs account for 87% of the total market share. These remained the dominant real estate hubs, accounting for 87% of the total market share. However, South Mumbai witnessed an uptick in the share of property registrations by 1%.

Shishir Baijal, Chairman & Managing Director, Knight Frank India, stated, “In May 2025, Mumbai’s residential market saw a 4% YoY decline in property registrations, as properties priced between Rs 1–5 crore recorded a slowdown in sales momentum. However, this dip did not impact the revenue collection, owing to higher sales velocity for properties priced above Rs 5 crore.”

Frequently Asked Questions

What caused the 4% decline in property registrations in Mumbai?

The decline is primarily due to a drop in registrations of properties priced between Rs 2 crore to Rs 5 crore.

Which segment saw the most growth in property registrations?

The luxury segment, where property prices are Rs 5 crore and above, saw a 24% growth in May 2025 on a yearly basis.

How did the residential market share perform in May 2025?

Residential properties accounted for 80% of all registrations in May 2025, continuing to drive the market.

What areas of Mumbai dominate the real estate market?

Western Suburbs and Central Suburbs account for 87% of the total market share.

How did the revenue collection from property registrations fare despite the decline in registrations?

Despite a 4% decline in property registrations, stamp duty collection witnessed a 3% rise during the same period.

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