The India commercial real estate market size reached USD 49.80 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach USD 253.32 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a growth rate (CAGR) of 19.81% during 2025-2033. India’s commercial real estate market is driven by rapid urbanization, rising foreign investments, and growing demand for office spaces from information technology (IT), banking, financial services and insurance (BFSI), and startups. Infrastructure development, government reforms like real estate (Regulation and Development) act (RERA) and goods and services tax (GST), and expansion of warehousing and retail sectors further fuel growth, while flexible workspaces and sustainability trends reshape the market.
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Key Statistics
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Base Year
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2024 |
Forecast Years
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2025-2033
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Historical Years
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2019-2024
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Market Size in 2024 | USD 49.80 Billion |
Market Forecast in 2033 | USD 253.32 Billion |
Market Growth Rate (2025-2033) | 19.81% |
Rise of Flexible Workspaces
India's office real estate market is experiencing a robust move towards flexible workplaces, fueled by the growth of hybrid work patterns and the need for cost-effective, scalable solutions. In 2024, the flexible workspace industry saw 12.4 million sq ft of leasing, underlining the increasing demand for coworking and managed office space. Bengaluru drove the market with 3.4 MSF, coming close to doubling its 2023 numbers, while Mumbai more than tripled its volume of leasing to 1.9 MSF. Big business houses and startups are embracing flexible leasing platforms to minimize long-term commitment, whereas Tier-2 cities are seeing a high uptake of flex space because of enhanced infrastructure and remote work culture. Furthermore, international companies moving into India and changing employee needs are also propelling this shift, and flexible office spaces are becoming the hallmark of India's commercial real estate.
Growth in Warehousing & Logistics Infrastructure
The growth in e-commerce, retailing, and manufacturing is fueling demand for large-scale warehousing and logistics facilities. The adoption of GST has standardized supply chain processes, leading to companies setting up centralized distribution centers. Investment in Grade-A warehouses, cold storage, and automation facilities is rising along major industrial corridors. The National Logistics Policy is improving multimodal connectivity, resulting in improved efficiency in goods movement. Also, the demand for last-mile delivery warehouses in metros is gaining steam, leading property developers to pursue well-located logistics parks. Overseas as well as Indian investors are markedly stepping up stakes in India's logistics space, further fueling its evolution as a high-growth asset class.
Rise of Green & Sustainable Buildings
India’s commercial real estate sector is witnessing a strong shift toward sustainability, with developers actively securing green building certifications like LEED and IGBC. In 2024, India retained its third-place global ranking for LEED certifications, adding 370 projects spanning 8.5 million gross square meters. Regulatory policies supporting energy-efficient designs, renewable energy integration, and eco-friendly materials are driving this momentum. Large multinational corporations are prioritizing office spaces with lower carbon footprints to align with global sustainability goals. Government incentives for solar rooftop installations and water-efficient infrastructure further fuel demand for sustainable properties. With increasing investor preference for ESG-compliant assets, developers are embedding green practices into projects, reshaping India’s commercial real estate landscape. As environmental consciousness rises, sustainable developments are becoming a defining feature of the sector’s future growth.
IMARC Group provides an analysis of the key trends in each segment of the market, along with forecasts at the region level for 2025-2033. Our report has categorized the market based on type and end use.
Type Insights:
The report has provided a detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the type. This includes rental, and sales.
End Use Insights:
A detailed breakup and analysis of the market based on the end use have also been provided in the report. This includes offices, retail, leisure, and others.
Regional Insights:
The report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of all the major regional markets, which include North India, South India, East India, and West India.
The market research report has also provided a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape. Competitive analysis such as market structure, key player positioning, top winning strategies, competitive dashboard, and company evaluation quadrant has been covered in the report. Also, detailed profiles of all major companies have been provided.
Report Features | Details |
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Base Year of the Analysis | 2024 |
Historical Period | 2019-2024 |
Forecast Period | 2025-2033 |
Units | Billion USD |
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Exploration of Historical Trends and Market Outlook, Industry Catalysts and Challenges, Segment-Wise Historical and Future Market Assessment:
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Types Covered | Rental, Sales |
End Uses Covered | Offices, Retail, Leisure, Others |
Regions Covered | North India, South India, East India, West India |
Customization Scope | 10% Free Customization |
Post-Sale Analyst Support | 10-12 Weeks |
Delivery Format | PDF and Excel through Email (We can also provide the editable version of the report in PPT/Word format on special request) |
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