Hyderabad’s Residential Revival (Post Covid): A Story of Infrastructure and IT-Led Growth
Over the last few years, Hyderabad has emerged as one of India’s most dynamic
residential real estate markets. Between 2022 and 2025, the city witnessed a
significant transformation, driven by robust infrastructure upgrades, the rapid
emergence and expansion of commercial hubs, and the continued dominance of the
IT/ITeS sector.
1. Infrastructure: The Foundation of Growth
A key catalyst for Hyderabad’s residential momentum has been its
forward-looking infrastructure development:
- Strategic Road Network Expansions: The Hyderabad Growth Corridor Ltd (HGCL)
continued enhancing the Outer Ring Road (ORR) network, easing access to
peripheral regions such as Kokapet, Kollur, and Patancheru. Simultaneously, proposals
for the Regional Ring Road (RRR) have added to long-term connectivity
expectations.
- Metro Rail Extension: The Hyderabad Metro Rail Phase-II plans (including the
31 km BHEL–Lakdikapul stretch) have injected confidence in emerging residential
corridors. Areas along the proposed routes—like Miyapur, BHEL, and Raidurg—saw
heightened housing demand due to anticipated improved mobility.
- Flyovers & Road-Widening Projects: Under the Strategic Road Development
Program (SRDP), several new flyovers and underpasses were completed or
launched, drastically cutting travel time across key junctions, particularly in
the west and northwest zones.
2. West Hyderabad: Epicenter of Residential Demand
The western corridor—encompassing Gachibowli, Kondapur, Nanakramguda, Kokapet,
and Financial District—has remained the undisputed hotspot for residential
launches and price appreciation from 2022 to 2025.
- Proximity to IT/ITES Clusters: The presence of multinational giants in HITEC City, Madhapur, and Financial District continued to fuel housing demand from
tech professionals. Projects within a 5–10 km radius of these hubs remained top
picks.
- Kokapet and Narsingi’s Rise: Buoyed by improved access via the ORR, Kokapet
and Narsingi evolved into premium residential clusters, seeing several
high-rise gated community projects. The launch of luxury and ultra-luxury
apartments priced above ₹15–30 million surged in this belt.
- Emerging Micro-Markets: Areas like Tellapur, Kollur, and Mokila gained
traction due to affordability, improved connectivity, and developer interest.
These micro-markets saw exponential growth in mid-segment and premium segment
housing between 2022 and 2025.
3. Expansion of Commercial and IT Hubs
Hyderabad’s sustained position as a major IT and startup hub further propelled
residential absorption:
- New IT Parks and SEZs: The expansion of IT parks in Financial District,
Nanakramguda, and upcoming developments like GAR Laxmi Infobahn and Aurobindo
Galaxy SEZ attracted top tech employers, creating a fresh wave of housing
demand in nearby zones.
- Data Centers & Global Capability Centers (GCCs): Hyderabad emerged as a
preferred destination for data centers and GCCs, particularly in areas like
Shamshabad, Uppal, and Maheshwaram. This diversified the city’s employment
geography, opening up new residential catchments in east and south Hyderabad.
- Commercial Developments in Eastern Corridor: Areas like Uppal and Pocharam
saw growing interest from IT and manufacturing firms, supported by Metro
connectivity and industrial corridors like the Warangal-Hyderabad Industrial
Corridor.
4. Market Metrics & Developer Trends (2022–2025)
- Price Appreciation: Across most western suburbs, residential prices
appreciated 25–40% from 2022 to 2025. Kokapet, Narsingi, and Tellapur witnessed
the highest growth due to infrastructure upgrades and premium supply infusion.
- Product Shift: Developers increasingly launched projects in the ₹15–30
million segment, aligning with the demand from senior professionals and NRIs.
The share of high-end and luxury housing in total launches grew significantly.
- Branded Developers Dominated: National players and established regional
developers like My Home, Aparna, Prestige, and Ramky gained market share, with
a focus on gated communities, integrated townships, and smart amenities.
5. Outlook Ahead: Hyderabad’s Residential Story is Far from Over
As of mid-2025, Hyderabad continues to offer a balanced combination of affordability,
livability, and long-term investment potential. With continued policy support,
infrastructure execution, and job creation, the residential market is likely to
remain buoyant—especially in areas benefiting from the Metro expansion, IT
cluster diversification, and proximity to growth corridors.
In an increasingly competitive urban landscape, Hyderabad’s real estate journey
between 2022 and 2025 stands as a testament to what well-planned infrastructure
and economic development can achieve.
Key Takeaway:
Hyderabad’s residential growth story has been infrastructure-led, IT-fueled,
and developer-driven. With newer corridors coming into play and homebuyer
preferences evolving toward premium offerings, the city is poised for sustained
residential demand in the coming years.
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