Rising home prices in Indian cities concern many buyers. A recent Anarock survey found nearly 80% of buyers worry about costs. Almost half stated they are “very concerned.”
The survey surveyed about 8,250 people online. It asked buyers about their worries regarding the recent jump in housing prices. About 47% of potential buyers feel “very concerned.” Another 24% are “moderately concerned.”
Additionally, 12% expressed “slight concern.” Ten percent felt “extremely concerned.” Only 7% reported being “not at all concerned.”
Many buyers are unsure about price trends. Thirty-four percent think price increases are long-term. Forty-four percent are undecided. Price jumps affect buying plans. Just 21% will buy as planned. Seventy-one percent face delays. Six percent have canceled purchases. Affordability issues are a main reason. Thirty-five percent cite fewer options within budget.
Price increases are changing buyer choices. Forty-two percent stick to original plans. Thirty-four percent are now renting. Nineteen percent are moving to outer areas. Five percent are considering smaller homes. Some buyers now look at less expensive projects.
City housing prices are a big worry. However, Mumbai is a surprise exception. Only 39% of buyers there are highly concerned. Sixty-one percent are not worried or only moderately so.
Residential prices have jumped over 50% recently. Prices went from ₹6,001 per sq ft to ₹8,990 per sq ft. This happened between Q2 2023 and Q2 2025.
Homes priced between ₹90 lakh and ₹1.5 crore are most popular. Over 36% of buyers favor this range. Twenty-five percent prefer homes costing ₹45 lakh to ₹90 lakh.