Real Estate Sales Rise 3% to 1 Lakh Units in Q3 2026; New Launches Jump 18%

By The Realty Times | Real Estate News Services

Mumbai : India’s residential real estate market continued to show resilience in the third quarter of 2026, with housing sales volume rising 3% to around 1 lakh units. At the same time, developers stepped up project activity, with new housing launches increasing by 18% during the quarter.

The rise in sales indicates that homebuyer demand remains healthy despite changing market conditions and relatively elevated property prices across several major cities. Buyers continue to show interest in well-located projects offering better connectivity, amenities and quality construction.

The sharp increase in new launches also highlights developers’ confidence in the market. With demand remaining steady, real estate companies are expanding their project pipelines and introducing new developments across key residential markets.

Major metropolitan markets continue to account for a significant share of housing activity. Cities such as Mumbai, Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, Pune, Hyderabad and Chennai remain important drivers of residential demand, supported by employment opportunities, infrastructure development and improving connectivity.

The growth in launches, however, also underlines the importance of maintaining a healthy balance between new supply and actual demand. Developers are increasingly focusing on projects in locations with strong infrastructure potential and sustained end-user demand.

The Q3 2026 performance suggests that India’s residential real estate sector remains on a relatively strong footing. With housing sales reaching around one lakh units and new launches growing 18%, the sector is expected to remain an important contributor to economic activity, employment and investment in the coming quarters.