Tier-2 Cities Witness 10-15% Growth in Property Prices, Outperforming Metros

Tier-2 cities in India are rapidly closing the gap with Tier-1 cities, driven by economic diversification, rising consumer demand, and reverse migration patterns.

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Tier-2 Cities Witness 10-15% Growth in Property Prices, Outperforming Metros
Real Estate:The Indian real estate market is undergoing a significant transformation, with Tier-2 cities emerging as new growth powerhouses. According to a recent report by Housing.com, these once overlooked urban centers are rapidly closing the gap with their Tier-1 counterparts.

The report highlights that key micro-markets in Tier-2 cities have witnessed significant double-digit capital value appreciation of 10-15% year-on-year, narrowing the price gap with top metros. Cities like Goa, Chandigarh Tricity, and Kochi are now almost at par with key markets in Delhi-NCR and Mumbai Metropolitan Region.

Tier-2 cities are also boasting robust rental markets with yields as high as 8%, in contrast to 2-3% in major metros. Homebuyer preferences are shifting towards high-rise apartments and lifestyle amenities like clubhouses, open spaces, and sports facilities.

Online property searches by potential buyers in the INR 1-2 crore segment have surged 61%, while the above INR 2 crore bracket has seen a growth of 121%. This growing demand for property has pushed prices upwards by 10-15% in key micro markets, bringing some cities like Kochi, Goa, and Lucknow on par with the property prices of key markets in the metros of Gurugram, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad.

Housing.com is India's leading full-stack proptech company, providing a comprehensive platform for all real estate needs. The company's

Frequently Asked Questions

What is driving the growth of Tier-2 cities in India?

The growth of Tier-2 cities is driven by economic diversification, rising consumer demand, and reverse migration patterns.

How much have property prices increased in Tier-2 cities?

Property prices in Tier-2 cities have increased by 10-15% year-on-year, narrowing the price gap with top metros.

What are the preferred amenities of homebuyers in Tier-2 cities?

Homebuyers in Tier-2 cities are preferring high-rise apartments and lifestyle amenities like clubhouses, open spaces, and sports facilities.

How has the rental market performed in Tier-2 cities?

Tier-2 cities are boasting robust rental markets with yields as high as 8%, in contrast to 2-3% in major metros.

What is the significance of Tier-2 cities in India's real estate market?

Tier-2 cities are emerging as new growth powerhouses and will continue to play a key role in shaping the future of India's real estate market.

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