India’s moneyed class remains steadfastly positive about economic prospects, shrugging off worldwide instability. The Luxury Residential Outlook Survey 2026 from India Sotheby’s International Realty captures this mood: 67% of HNIs and UHNIs foresee accelerated growth in the coming 12-24 months.
Delving deeper, 72% project FY27 GDP expansion at 6-7%, a testament to domestic strengths outpacing global woes. This outlook is supercharging interest in luxury real estate, where investors are committing funds with prudent selectivity.
Factors like softening interest rates, enhanced affordability, and vigorous buyer demand are elevating real estate’s status. Nearly 67% of participants expect 15% annual returns, underscoring the sector’s allure.
Market breakdown reveals 53% of luxury home sales driven by investment goals, 47% by end-use. Urban locales lead buyer choices at 31%, with investment-only strategies at 30%. Yet, quality shortages and rising costs have tempered second-home pursuits recently.
Farmhouses on urban fringes stand out for remaining enthusiasts, picked by 46%. This shift highlights a preference for lifestyle-integrated investments.
The survey not only gauges economic confidence but also spotlights evolving real estate dynamics, where caution meets opportunity for India’s elite.