₹50,000 salary in Mumbai: Reddit users say shared homes and suburbs are the only way to afford rent

A recent Reddit thread has sparked a debate over whether a ₹50,000 monthly salary is enough to live independently in Mumbai, particularly in the city’s pricey south Mumbai areas. Housing costs dominated the discussion, with one user advising newcomers to avoid expensive localities like Powai or Lower Parel and instead consider more affordable suburbs such […]

Bengaluru’s ₹1 crore homes: A realistic fit for dual‑income couples, an uphill battle for solo homebuyers

Housing prices in India’s tech capital have skyrocketed over the past decade, turning what was once a middle-class dream into an expensive gamble. In most city pockets today, even a modest 2BHK apartment costs upwards of ₹1 crore, while larger 3BHKs easily cross ₹1.5–2 crore. Yet, despite the soaring rates, most projects are sold out […]

Sobha Ltd to launch ₹22,000 cr worth housing projects in next 18 month to tap strong demand

New Delhi, Oct 19 (PTI) Realty firm Sobha Ltd will launch residential projects worth ₹22,000 crore over the next 18 months across many cities to expand business. According to a latest investors presentation, Sobha Ltd will launch 13 projects across Bengaluru, Mumbai, Delhi-NCR, Pune, Chennai, Calicut, Thrissur and Trivandrum. The company will launch 16 million […]

Dhanters 2025: Plan to buy a house this festive season in an old building or a new one? Here’s what makes more sense

As the festive season approaches, with Dhanteras 2025 on October 18, many homebuyers in the Mumbai real estate market look to make auspicious purchases. One recurring dilemma for aspiring homebuyers has always been a persistent issue. Should they opt for an older property with lower EMIs or go for a new build with higher monthly […]

Tokyo homebuyers divided on purchase plans as living costs soar

(Bloomberg) — Japan’s bout of inflation is cutting both ways in the Tokyo housing market. Potential homebuyers in Tokyo are divided on their property purchasing plans as surging living costs add to affordability concerns, according to a Bloomberg Intelligence survey. Some are delaying purchases while others are wary of missing out on opportunities posed by […]

Buy if you need a home, stop waiting for a crash: Redditors debate India’s soaring property prices

India’s housing market has once again become the centre of a discussion, with Reddit users weighing in on whether property prices are truly in bubble territory or simply reflecting long-term growth. From rising affordability concerns to arguments over cyclical downturns, the discussion captured a growing divide between those who see real estate as a resilient, […]

No MHADA lottery in Mumbai this year; next affordable housing draw expected in March 2026

The much-anticipated Maharashtra Housing and Area Development Authority (MHADA) housing lottery will not take place in 2025, contrary to earlier expectations that the lottery for 5,000 affordable homes would be held around Diwali this year. According to MHADA officials, the lottery schedule has been pushed back to March 2026. However, the exact date and the […]

Tribeca Developers repays ₹200 crore HDFC Capital loan for its Mumbai project

Tribeca Developers, India’s licensed partner of the Trump Organization, has repaid ₹200 crore to HDFC Capital for its flagship Mumbai project, The Edge, the company said in a statement. Tribeca Developers has repaid ₹200 crore to HDFC Capital for its Mumbai project, The Edge, the company said. (Representational Photo) (Unsplash) The early closure highlighted the […]