Buying a home in India’s top cities is becoming increasingly unaffordable. While physical construction costs rose by 34% from 2021 to 2025, residential home prices skyrocketed by 59%. Anarock Research highlights that skyrocketing land values and technical costs are pushing urban housing out of reach for many prospective homebuyers.

India’s real estate sector is undergoing a significant transformation as new regulations, market demand, and financial incentives push for verified sustainability. Greenwashing claims are under scrutiny, with authorities like ASCI and CCPA enforcing data-backed certifications. This shift impacts valuations, rental performance, and capital allocation, rewarding genuinely eco-friendly projects.