India, March 7 -- The number of women homebuyers is steadily rising in the country, with 1.29 lakh residential transactions registered solely by women in 2024-a 14% increase from the previous year across top cities. In comparison, male homebuyers saw an 11% growth during the same period, an analysis by Square Yards has said.

The surge in female homeownership is driven by a combination of government incentives, financial benefits, and digital advancements. Several state governments are supporting women homebuyers with stamp duty concessions ranging from 1-3% and reduced registration charges of 0.5-1%. These initiatives are making homeownership more accessible, contributing to the significant growth in female buyers across the real estate ...