Buyer Preferences & Developer Activity Reshaping India's Housing Demand

• Indian residential real estate sees shifts towards lifestyle-led housing and long-term value creation, says Vishal Jumani, Supreme Universal.
• Homebuyers prioritize lifestyle, larger homes in gated communities, open spaces, security, and global-standard specifications.
• Shared amenities like clubhouses and recreational infrastructure are now central to purchase decisions.
• Premium developers entering emerging locations improve infrastructure and set design benchmarks, influencing market standards.
• Average residential prices in India's top seven cities rose 21% in 2024; buyers seek both end-use and investment value.