India’s affluent class has been increasingly redirecting their investment focus towards residential real estate for some time, marking a notable change in the country’s investment landscape. This transition emphasizes changing trends in investment preferences and reflects the motivations driving the elite’s choice to invest in residential properties.
Home prices in India are likely to increase by 4-6 per cent this year but rising per capita income will support demand. Moderating inflation, stable commodity prices, a lower fiscal deficit, and a decline in global policy rates would set the stage for interest rate cuts to boost housing demand.
Demand for bigger homes remains strong even now despite rising prices with nearly 50% respondents preferring to buy a 3BHK home, followed by 38% for 2BHK. At least 46% respondents now prefer to buy homes priced >INR 90 lakh.
Industry reports project that the Mopa airport will attract investments of Rs 2,700 crore by 2030, focusing primarily on the development of luxury and eco hotels, nature and wellness resorts, and homestays. This influx of investment is set to diversify the region’s tourism and real estate landscape significantly.
The inauguration of the new International Airport at Mopa, Goa also led to an increase in tourism, thus impacting the demand for vacation rental homes, hotels, and stay options in Goa. Capital values in surrounding areas have thus doubled in the last three years.
At least 35% of holiday home buyers mentioned Goa as their preferred destination, highlighting the enduring appeal of Goa’s lifestyle among India’s wealthy.
Goa’s real estate allure extends beyond its picturesque landscapes; it encompasses a lifestyle and cultural experience that investors find irresistible. As the tourism sector continues to grow, investors see the potential for robust returns on their real estate investments, especially in areas frequented by tourists.
Goa remains the most preferred destination for a holiday home, as about 35 percent of wealthy individuals chose to buy a holiday home in the state. The sunny beaches, hills, and lifestyle of Goa are the most significant appeal for individuals, but the return on the investments in holiday homes is also attracting investors and individuals.
The already high demand for second homes in Goa is growing even more. Especially in the luxury segment the demand for homes ranging from Rs 1 crore to Rs 3 crore price band has been on the rise.
Residential sales continue to gain momentum, reaching multi-year highs. Properties priced over ₹1 core saw a 39% Y-o-Y increase, while the mid-segment, ranging from ₹50 lakh to ₹1 crore, witnessed a 14% year-on-year rise.
