North Bengaluru has firmly established itself as the city’s fastest-growing real estate corridor in 2025, overtaking traditional eastern hubs to emerge as the preferred destination for luxury housing, Grade A office developments and large-scale infrastructure investment. Against this backdrop, the ET Realty & Beyond Summit – North Bengaluru edition in March 2026 will bring together leading developers, investors, policymakers and industry experts to decode the forces reshaping this high-growth market.
As Bengaluru’s urban expansion pivots northward, the summit aims to deliver strategic intelligence, data-driven insights and forward-looking perspectives for stakeholders seeking clarity on where the next wave of value creation will emerge.
Why North Bengaluru Overtook the East in 2025
For over a decade, East Bengaluru dominated the city’s real estate narrative, driven by IT corridors and established residential clusters. However, in 2025, North Bengaluru surpassed the East as the city’s most dynamic realty zone. Several factors contributed to this structural shift.
First, connectivity improvements around Kempegowda International Airport have significantly enhanced the region’s attractiveness for both residential buyers and commercial occupiers. Proximity to the airport has transformed from a peripheral advantage into a central growth driver.
Second, large land parcels have enabled integrated townships, premium gated communities and business parks to take shape at scale. This availability of developable land—something increasingly scarce in other parts of the city—has allowed developers to plan long-term, master-planned projects aligned with global standards.
Third, infrastructure-led growth, including road widening, peripheral corridors, suburban rail connectivity and metro expansion, has reduced travel times and improved access to employment hubs.
At the summit, industry leaders will analyse this transition in detail, exploring whether North Bengaluru’s growth is cyclical or structural—and what that means for investors and developers over the next 3–5 years.
Residential Demand Dynamics: Luxury Leads, Mid-Segment Follows
North Bengaluru’s residential landscape has undergone a dramatic transformation. Luxury and premium housing launches have surged, driven by high-income professionals, CXOs and NRIs seeking larger homes with superior amenities. Demand for expansive layouts, clubhouse-driven communities and sustainable developments has increased.
Micro-markets such as Hebbal and Yelahanka have emerged as premium residential hubs due to their connectivity, social infrastructure and access to employment centres.
Meanwhile, Thanisandra has seen strong traction in the mid-segment category, attracting upwardly mobile homebuyers seeking value appreciation and lifestyle upgrades. Further north, Devanahalli has become a high-potential investment hotspot, buoyed by airport-driven development and long-term infrastructure planning.
However, the market is not without complexity. An inventory overhang in certain price brackets has created bargaining power for buyers, leading to competitive pricing strategies and flexible payment plans. The summit will examine how developers are recalibrating supply pipelines and managing unsold inventory while maintaining price discipline.
Experts will also debate whether current appreciation levels—estimated at 8–10% annually in select micro-markets—are sustainable or entering consolidation territory.
Commercial Real Estate Boom: Grade A Office Demand Surges
North Bengaluru is no longer just a residential growth story. It has rapidly become a major commercial real estate powerhouse.
The region has witnessed a spike in demand for quality, Grade A office space, driven by global capability centres (GCCs), IT firms, fintech companies and multinational corporations expanding operations in India. Business parks and tech campuses are emerging closer to the airport corridor and key arterial roads, reducing commute times and enhancing global connectivity.
Developers are responding to changing occupier needs by incorporating:
- Flexible workspace configurations
- ESG-compliant buildings
- Smart infrastructure and green certifications
- Amenities tailored for hybrid work environments
The summit will feature conversations with corporate occupiers and commercial developers to assess leasing trends, rental growth potential and the evolution of workplace design in North Bengaluru.
Infrastructure as the Core Growth Engine
Infrastructure has been the single most important catalyst in North Bengaluru’s rise.
Ongoing metro expansion projects and proposed suburban rail corridors are expected to significantly enhance intra-city mobility. Road widening initiatives and new link roads are improving connectivity between residential clusters, business districts and the airport.
These infrastructure upgrades are not merely easing traffic—they are reshaping property values. Areas near upcoming metro stations and transport nodes are witnessing early-stage price appreciation as investors position themselves ahead of project completion.
At the summit, policymakers and urban planners will outline timelines, funding models and execution challenges for major infrastructure initiatives. Stakeholders will gain clarity on how these projects may influence capital values and rental yields across micro-markets.
Risks and Headwinds: A Balanced View
While North Bengaluru’s growth trajectory is strong, prudent investors must assess potential risks.
Inventory Overhang
Certain segments face unsold inventory pressures, which may weigh on short-term price growth.
Affordability Concerns
Rising land and construction costs could push prices beyond the comfort zone of mid-income buyers.
Regulatory Challenges
Approval delays and evolving compliance norms could affect project timelines and delivery schedules.
Sustainability of Appreciation
The critical question remains: can 8–10% annual appreciation continue over the medium term, or will growth moderate?
The ET Realty & Beyond Summit aims to provide a balanced assessment—moving beyond promotional narratives to realistic, data-backed projections.
Where Are the Next Hotspots?
Identifying high-growth pockets before valuations consolidate is central to strategic investment.
Areas near the airport corridor, upcoming metro stations and suburban rail nodes are attracting early investor interest. Hebbal continues to perform strongly due to its connectivity and established social ecosystem. Thanisandra’s expanding residential supply and commercial proximity make it attractive for end-users and investors alike. Devanahalli remains a long-term bet, particularly for plotted developments and integrated townships.
The summit will present granular micro-market analysis, enabling stakeholders to understand:
- Price trends and absorption rates
- Supply pipelines
- Rental yields
- Capital appreciation potential
- Infrastructure impact zones
This intelligence will help participants make informed decisions rather than relying on generic city-level averages.
Strategic Intelligence: Moving Beyond Generic Data
What sets the ET Realty & Beyond Summit apart is its emphasis on actionable intelligence. Attendees will gain:
- Deep, data-driven insights into why North Bengaluru is leading real estate growth
- Expert perspectives from developers, investors and policymakers
- Clarity on shifting residential and commercial demand patterns
- Early identification of investment and development opportunities
The event aims to bridge the gap between macro trends and micro-market realities, offering stakeholders the tools to navigate the next growth cycle confidently.
Event Dates & Locations
The ET Realty & Beyond Summit will be hosted across key Indian cities:
- Hyderabad – 20 June 2025
- Pune – 14 November 2025
- North Bengaluru – March 2026
- Chandigarh – 6 March 2026
Each edition will address region-specific real estate dynamics while maintaining a national perspective on market trends.
Why This Summit Matters Now
North Bengaluru stands at a pivotal juncture. With infrastructure projects nearing completion, commercial investments accelerating and residential demand evolving, the next 3–5 years could redefine property values across the corridor.
For developers, the challenge lies in aligning supply with nuanced demand shifts. For investors, timing and micro-location selection will determine returns. For policymakers, infrastructure execution and regulatory clarity will be crucial to sustaining momentum.
The ET Realty & Beyond Summit – North Bengaluru edition in March 2026 offers a timely platform to decode these dynamics. It is designed for stakeholders who seek clarity, foresight and competitive advantage in one of India’s most exciting urban growth stories.
As Bengaluru’s growth narrative tilts northward, those equipped with data-driven insights and strategic foresight will be best positioned to capitalise on the region’s transformative real estate wave.
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