The Karnataka capital's property market during the Diwali festive season reveals a tale of two markets: premium homes priced above ₹1.5 crore continue their robust performance, while buyers in other segments increasingly adopt a wait-and-watch approach.

Hyderabad's booming luxury housing sector is drawing scrutiny as market observers question whether the rapid expansion is supported by genuine demand or driven by speculative investment, with concerns about low rental yields and limited resale activity in premium segments.

Mid-income properties priced ₹80 lakh-₹1.5 crore capture 27% of India's home sales in H1 2025, outpacing luxury and affordable segments with record-breaking developer bookings.

Bengaluru, Delhi NCR, and Kolkata have witnessed house costs rise 20% in the previous two years. These locations saw a 30% price spike from 2021 to 2023 due to strong demand for mid- and luxury homes, according to Colliers.