NCR recorded the highest averageflat size of 2,450 sq. ft. in H1 2024, overtaking Hyderabad, which standsat 2,010 sq. ft.
Southern cities comparison
In H1 2024, Bengaluru’s average flat size is 1,630 sq. ft., while Chennai follows closely with 1,450 sq. ft., reflecting rising demand in southern cities.
Modest sizes in Pune, Kolkata
Kolkata's average flat size is 1,125 sq. ft., slightly larger than Pune’s 1,103 sq. ft., both remaining modest compared to other major cities.
Pandemic's lasting impact
A five-year trend shows a significant 32% rise in average flat sizes across cities, driven by pandemic-specific demand, continuing despite rising prices.
NCR's notable growth
NCR saw a 96% increase in average flat sizes over five years, from 1,250 sq. ft. in 2019 to 2,450 sq. ft. in H1 2024, the highest jump among top cities.
Hyderabad's mixed results
Hyderabad witnessed an 18% rise in average flat size over five years but saw a 13% decline between 2023 and H1 2024, the only city to do so.
Bengaluru’s steady rise
Bengaluru experienced a 27% five-year increase in average flat size, reaching 1,630 sq. ft. in H1 2024, with a 10% jump in the last six months.
Kolkata’s gradual growth
Kolkata’s average flat size increasedby 13% over five years, reaching 1,125 sq. ft. in H1 2024, with minimal changefrom 2023.
Pune’s moderate increase
Pune saw a 21% rise in average flat size over five years, growing to 1,103 sq. ft. in H1 2024, with just a 1% increase in the last six months.
Chennai’s significant jump
Chennai witnessed a 32% increase in average flat size, reaching 1,450 sq. ft. in H1 2024, with a notable 15% rise in the last six months.
MMR's smallest flats
MMR continues to have the smallest average flat sizes at 825 sq. ft. in H1 2024, with a slight 5% increase from 2019 and 4% growth in the last six months.