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Delhi's high population density and continuous influx of migrants and students create a robust demand for rental properties. Many property owners maximize their construction to include multiple floors or units, often with ground-floor commercial spaces, to generate significant passive income. This trend highlights the strong rental market, making properties a viable investment for consistent returns.
Mota Rent kamane ke liye ye sab krna padta hain. Railway Coaches mein jo har saal Migrants Delhi aa rhe hain unko tenant bhi to banana hain hum Delhi walo ko. I swear many people in Delhi r living life on Rental income only...
passive income ke liye. Trust me bro, gar tere pass land aur paisa hota to tu bhi ye hi kar rha hota
How to maximise ur rental income- Build 4 floors house. GF as commercial(Shop) & all other as residential. SO MANY people r doing it especially where i live(North West Delhi). And i've personally seen many men who r doing nothing(unemployed) but getting married.
Real estate is expensive and the price paid to purchase the land is so high that a building also has to go that high to generate revenue to pay for EMIs.
Bhai unki zameen unka paisa kyu na kamae rent? It's called apna paisa investment karna, when the law allows you to build 4 stories and allows you to put them on rent or sell, you better believe I am doing that shit. Gotta earn that bread bro tf
But if not for such tall buildings and "landlords", so many students(and other migrants) coming to Delhi for a better life/opportunities will not have a place to call home.
For rent obviously
PG kholdo esi building me easy monei :3
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The luxury and ultra-luxury housing market in India, particularly within the Delhi-National Capital Region, is experiencing a significant boom. Properties priced over Rs 4 crore are selling rapidly, driven by high-net-worth individuals, non-resident Indians, and business owners looking to invest or park funds. This strong demand has led to substantial sales growth year-over-year, indicating a very active and lucrative market for high-end residential projects.
For luxury independent floors sized 6000 sq ft, the average price has risen from Rs 19-45 crore in Q3 2024 to Rs 22-53 crore in Q3 2025 in...
The demand for ultra-luxury housing in Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR) has taken new heights with all units in Trump-branded residential... sold out on day 1, project sees sales worth Rs 3,250 crore
The Indian stock market has been on a boom the last decade, touch new heights year after year. Lot of people have made a lot of money. One of the ways to avoid long term capital gains tax when you pull out your investment is to buy a residential home with that property.
ultra-luxury homes - priced over Rs 40 crore - are selling like hot cakes as well
Black money parking.
Post-pandemic, there is a marked increase in the demand for luxury homes; this is especially true in the Delhi NCR market, where some of the...
NRI and business money
Business money mostly, very few NRI can invest like this
Demand for homes priced at Rs 4 crore and above has soared to new heights. As per a report by CBRE South Asia, luxury property sales have jumped by 37.8% Y-o-Y during the first nine months of 2024.
India’s rich are buying luxury homes like never before, despite signs of distress among the middle-class
rick needs to park their money, and real estate is the option.
Luxury residential properties are increasingly in demand as a result of the growing number of people with...
black money mostly . no one is getting rich on a salary and paying income taxes
Who is buying this? 1) NRIs earning in $$ and €€ who are buying such properties. 2) Politicians and Bureaucrats and their cartels of corrupt rats. 3) Businessmen
The wealth gap in India will drastically increase over the coming years. With the rich becoming more wealthy luxury homes sales are bound to boom.
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Properties in New Delhi, particularly in South Delhi localities, have demonstrated substantial price appreciation over recent years. Land values have increased significantly, with some areas seeing 40-80% growth in 2-3 years. This historical trend suggests that real estate in the capital city holds a strong cultural cachet and offers good long-term investment potential, especially for those who acquired properties decades ago when prices were considerably lower.
have watched both builder floor and land prices grow 40-80% in 2-3 years. Land in my current locality increased from 4cr/100sqyd to 6.5-7cr/100sqyd within 3 years.
They were at the right place at the right time. Got properties for cheap in today’s posh areas many decades ago…
can't say. this is a very end user driven market. most of the current demand is coming from either business folks, or retiring babus, lawyers, and doctors. do believe the cultural cachet of “dilli mein makaan” will hold
Bro, it’s Rajdhani of India. Property prices will always increase. No other place in India gives a status symbol/ ego boost as much as buying a property in Delhi.
Land is now 5-8cr per 100sqyd in most South Delhi localities. Hard to find land in any nice gated society under 6-6.5cr
Do you think south delhi prices will hold and keep inching up or is this now a dying city
Property prices are directly linked to the demand of such properties every one wanna live in safe and secure well connected place.
For luxury independent floors sized 6000 sq ft, the average price has risen from Rs 19-45 crore in Q3 2024 to Rs 22-53 crore in Q3 2025 in...
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The market for luxury properties in Delhi is supported by a broad and affluent buyer demographic. This includes CXO-level executives, successful business owners, individuals with significant ancestral wealth, and high-earning professionals, including some engineers and those who have made strategic early investments. This diverse pool of wealthy buyers ensures a consistent demand for premium residential offerings.
Business money mostly, very few NRI can invest like this
Of course, they are Dr., Engineers, NRI, business owners, shop owners, etc.
I work with these "1% people" clients and what I've noticed is these houses mostly belong to: 1. CXO level execs 2. Business owners 3. Ancestral homes 4. Some people sell their business, get tonne of money and buy one of these houses. 5. Majority is family money.
They were at the right place at the right time. Got properties for cheap in today’s posh areas many decades ago…
Only multi millionaire NRIs (built a large business or C-suite execs with lots of company stock) can afford such properties. A FAANG engineer surely cannot afford one.
Agar senior position pe ho to ded-do crore salary ho jaegi company me. I know people who are at 1-1.25Cr in their early 30s. Itne me 10cr ka to nahi, 5cr ka ghar to ban jaega.
It is not possible without ancestral / inter-generational wealth. They have some kind of previous wealth build up or are selling other properties to buy now.
Who is buying this? 1) NRIs earning in $$ and €€ who are buying such properties. 2) Politicians and Bureaucrats and their cartels of corrupt rats. 3) Businessmen
Engineer ko salary nahi naksha pass karne ki keimat milti hai... bridge k nakshe, mall k, buildings k..
NRI and business money
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Recent policy changes by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) have increased the permissible building height and balcony sizes. This allows for the construction of more modern, spacious, and aesthetically appealing luxury properties with higher ceilings and larger outdoor spaces, catering to contemporary buyer preferences.
Till a little over a decade ago, luxury high-rise apartments and penthouses were associated with metros like Mumbai, Bengaluru or... New Delhi: How land policy changes ushered in new high-rise apartment culture
MCD increased the total height of the building as well as size of the balcony a couple of years back. Buildings that started construction after this rule now have ceilings that are up to 2' higher and bigger balconies.
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Delhi's rapid and often unregulated vertical expansion, driven by the desire for rental income, has led to severe urban planning issues. This results in overcrowded neighborhoods, reduced access to sunlight for lower floors, inadequate infrastructure, and significant traffic and parking problems. Many buildings are constructed without proper permits or adherence to safety standards, posing risks and contributing to a generally unhygienic and chaotic living environment.
Indian government isn't allowing this structure! It has never. The authorities wants people to leave atleast 30 % area for greenery on your land and use rest for the building, it has rules for rainwater harvesting as well based on the land area, but people want to bypass this and blame everything on government, the local authorities also take advantage of this and take bribes to allow the construction, in reality the architecture map of the house never gets passed in the office.
It looks so fucking ugly. A rectangular dildo suddenly erected in the middle but I understand considering the inflation and land prices so everyone wants to max their investment
Urban planning ki bohot zor se zarurat hai
Bad construction, ugly looking, congestion, no cleanliness, parking/traffic issues.
Paise se paisa banta hai, aur planet aur environment ki g**d mar jati hai.
Law doesn't allow 4 floors with 100% land coverage. FSA bhi koi chiz hoti hai. Na parking hai, na fire safety, na space. Gotta earn bread but this has to stop tbh.
Mere ghar ke 3 side ki buildings ko tod ke naya bana diya, sab humari chhat se 2-2 floor upar utha ke kiraye pe dediye. Patang udani nahi aati mujhe, but ab 15 aug pe bahana maar sakta hu ki patang udane ki jagah hi nahi bachi.
Hamara to bas 2 manjil ka ghar ha 4 log ha family me lekin teeno side 6 floors ke ghar ban gaye last year. Ab to chhat pr dhoop seke huye bhi saal bhar sa hogaya.
Except these buildings in the narrow lanes and galli mohallas of Delhi are not built as per the plan, noone fucking knows what kind of materials did the use, built qith no permission from the MCD (even if they do, it’s by greasing the palms) even. A sureshot recipe of disaster for people living along side and in it. And goodness forbids, if there is an earthquake. Delhi’s galli mohallas seriously need a reality check by the inhabitants and the Govts. It’s not a way to live like humans. I haven’t touched the parking issues yet.
The older the house the less floors it has and it looks much more nice and sensible, but now it's just random fking sky scrapers here and there.
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A significant challenge in the Delhi property market is the expectation from many sellers for a substantial portion of the payment to be made in cash. This 'mixed payment' system, sometimes exceeding 50% cash, is often linked to black money transactions and tax avoidance. Sellers demanding full white payment typically have to reduce their prices by 10-15% to secure a deal, complicating transparent transactions for buyers.
Most sellers expect mix payment that can be upwards of 50% cash. Any seller that demands full white payment also has to cut prices by 10-15% to get a deal
black money mostly . no one is getting rich on a salary and paying income taxes
Exactly what I was thinking. Black money, they're also prob buying in names of other family members for tax avoidance purposes.
Black money parking.
Settling any large amount of cash black money thru RE is the only way. Even gold becomes too much to handle.
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The market for older builder floors in Delhi is currently weak and illiquid. Properties can remain on the market for six months or more, often selling below their perceived paper value. This slow movement and potential for price stagnation, especially for properties that require significant refurbishment, can make them less attractive as investments compared to newer developments or land parcels.
Agree market is weak and will remain as prices have increased a lot.
The market is weak. In the 4 months that I've been house hunting, I've seen literally 3 floors sell out out of over 80-100+ that I've seen. Fully built, ready to move in floors are sitting on the market for 6+ months.
You lost 10 years of rentals as well. That old house no one would want to stay/rent. Old builder floors are only 20 /30 percent cheap than newer ones and 10 years of rental is as much.
end users are exhausted for builder floors and their prices are starting to flatline.
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Many historically prestigious South Delhi localities, once synonymous with luxury, are now facing challenges due to poor maintenance, overcrowding, and inadequate civic amenities. Weak or absent Resident Welfare Associations (RWAs) contribute to issues like poorly maintained parks, tangled overhead wires, parking problems, and garbage accumulation. This decline in upkeep can diminish the appeal and long-term value of properties in these areas.
the increasingly poor maintenance of most localities will push out people who don't really need to live here
Agree with most points. Would differ about GK, Safdarjung for sure price increase will not be much due to many issues, one of the main is it borders to Arjun Nagar and Krishna Nagar.
Most old South Delhi residential areas are dying. All the names people used to associate with luxury South Delhi areas - Greater Kailash, Safdarjung Enclave, even Defence Colony - are now too overcrowded, too poorly maintained, and have a surplus of inventory that's not moving.
RWAs matter a LOT. Localities with weak or absent RWAs are struggling with poorly maintained local parks, overhanging wires, parking, and garbage issues.
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New Delhi faces severe environmental issues that impact the quality of life. Access to water, especially during summer, has become a luxury, with concerns about wastage. Additionally, the city experiences alarming levels of air pollution, reflected in horrible Air Quality Index (AQI) readings. These environmental factors pose significant challenges for residents and contribute to a lower overall living standard.
Will New Delhi would be the next Bengaluru? As the temperature rises to dizzying heights this summer, access to water has especially become a luxury, its astonishing to see people wasting gallons of water.
Heart attack jaisa lagne lag jata hai, jaise hi tanki aati hai” As the temperature rises to dizzying heights this summer, access to water has especially become a luxury in the heart of Delhi
Delhi-NCR can’t keep choking . Horrible AQI reflect delhi pollution heights. Mandate WFH until AQI improves. Fewer private vehicles = immediate drop in emissions. Clean air isn’t a luxury, it’s a right. Act now. Let people breathe.
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The luxury builder floor segment in Delhi, particularly for mid-sized plots, is increasingly dominated by smaller and newer builders. These developers often lack the strong reputation and extensive expertise of more established firms, leading to potential issues such as construction quality problems (e.g., seepage) and a lack of accountability. Buyers are advised to exercise extreme caution when dealing with such builders.
OP himself stated its a hassle of title ownership with old properties. plus why would you take the risk and buy a property in hopes of redevelopment , its seems counterproductive to me. builder floors are recommended only for those who have rigid space requirement, you get more space for the buck, optimizing for ownership is not a good idea.
The builders still bidding up 200sqyd plots are almost all new and inexperienced and are "buying the top". Lots of them will struggle to make profits from bidding up land
Most reputed builders like Metro Buildtech are only operating in the ultra luxury segment on huge plots (500+ sqyd). The 150-300sqyd range is mostly being fought over by new, smaller builders and they really don't have strong reputations or expertise. You really have to be careful what builder you buy from because many of them have serious seepage issues and don't have the reputation to burn
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Acquiring property in Delhi, especially older builder floors, often involves navigating complex and potentially 'iffy' documentation. Properties may have multiple claimants, including extended family members, leading to legal disputes and making it difficult to secure a completely clean title. This can result in significant legal headaches and is a reason some buyers prefer properties from large, reputable developers in other NCR regions like Gurgaon.
OP himself stated its a hassle of title ownership with old properties.
Documentation for most houses is going to be a little iffy. Most of these properties were bought ages ago and have countless claimaints, from uncles and aunts to estranged sons and siblings. You won't get the kind of completely "clean" titles you might get if you're buying from, say, DLF in Gurgaon.
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The real estate brokerage sector in Delhi is often criticized for its lack of professionalism. Many brokers are perceived as having poor service orientation and communication skills, failing to meet the expectations of an increasingly educated and corporate clientele. This can make the property search and transaction process frustrating and inefficient for potential buyers of luxury homes.
Brokers are awful - most have zero concept of service and don't understand the kind of customers they're dealing with. Their clientele is increasingly educated, corporate class, but they themselves communicate like they're selling vegetables, not 7cr apartments. Any broker who does conduct himself with any semblance of honesty, clarity, and can speak a bit of English wins big
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