Archive · 21 Sep 2026
Survey Finds Half of Indian Buyers May Purchase Homes
Colliers asked people in India about their plans to buy homes.
About half said they could buy a home within the next two years.
Many people still feel positive about the housing market even though the economy faces uncertainties.
Buyers are paying close attention to prices and whether their incomes feel secure.
Most people want two- or three-bedroom apartments.
More than six in ten prefer homes that are already finished or almost finished.
Many buyers also care about good layouts, nearby services, safety, greenery, and transport links.
Developers may need to offer homes that are affordable, well connected, and ready for possession.
Nearly 50% of surveyed prospective buyers said they may purchase a home within two years.
Colliers found that 54% of respondents remain confident despite broader economic volatility.
Affordability and pricing were major concerns for about one-third of respondents, followed by job and income concerns.
About 62% preferred two- or three-bedroom apartments, while more than 60% favored ready-to-move or near-completion homes.
The survey covered around 1,800 respondents across more than 30 established and emerging Indian residential markets.
- Who
- Colliers surveyed around 1,800 prospective homebuyers in India.
- What
- The Homebuying Sentiment Survey 2026 examined buyer intentions, preferences, and concerns.
- When
- The report was released on September 21, 2026, and asked about purchase plans over the next two years.
- Where
- The survey covered more than 30 established and emerging residential markets across India.
- Why
- The survey assessed how economic uncertainty, affordability, lifestyle priorities, and possession timelines are shaping housing demand.
- Survey organization
- Colliers India
- Respondents
- Around 1,800 people
- Market coverage
- More than 30 Indian residential markets
- Two-year purchase intent
- Nearly 50% of respondents
- Market confidence
- 54% said external volatility would have relatively lower impact on Indian real estate
- Preferred configuration
- Two- and three-bedroom apartments, preferred by about 62%
- Possession preference
- More than 60% favored ready-to-move or near-completion homes