India, July 3 -- A total of 1,70,201 housing units were sold across the top eight cities in H1 2025, reflecting sustained momentum despite a 2% dip in overall sales. Mumbai led with 47,035 units, followed by NCR (26,795) and Bengaluru (26,599). The premium segment remained strong, with homes priced above Rs.1 crore recording a 17% year-on-year growth.

Mumbai remained the largest residential market by volume, with sales holding steady year-on-year. NCR recorded an 8% decline, while sales in Kolkata dropped 11%. Chennai was the only city to buck the trend, posting a 12% increase in sales, according to Knight Frank India'sIndia Real Estate: Office and Residential Market - January to June 2025 (H1 2025) report.

The Rs.1-5 crore bracket emer...