Hyderabad housing market stays resilient in Q1 2026 as sales edge up 1%, says Knight Frank

Hyderabad’s residential real estate market continued to demonstrate resilience in the first quarter of 2026, even as several major Indian cities witnessed a moderation in housing demand. According to Knight Frank India, the city recorded a marginal 1 per cent year-on-year increase in residential sales, touching 9,541 units during the January to March period.

The report highlights that Hyderabad has managed to maintain stable end-user demand despite broader market recalibration across India’s top cities. This steady performance comes at a time when housing sales in several other large markets have either slowed or declined due to pricing pressures and global uncertainties.

A notable trend emerging from the quarter is the strong momentum in premium housing. The ₹1 crore to ₹2 crore segment emerged as the largest contributor to total sales, accounting for 4,061 units and nearly 43 per cent of the overall transactions. The ₹50 lakh to ₹1 crore category also remained active, with 2,467 units sold, indicating sustained demand from mid-income homebuyers.

Higher-ticket homes continued to attract buyers as well. The ₹2 crore to ₹5 crore segment registered 2,192 units, while the ₹5 crore to ₹10 crore bracket recorded 415 units, reflecting growing appetite for premium and luxury housing in the city.

Residential prices in Hyderabad also maintained an upward trajectory. The weighted average price rose 9 per cent year-on-year to ₹8,211 per sq ft, underlining the city’s strong pricing power and investor confidence.

New launches during the quarter stood at 9,975 units, suggesting that developers remain optimistic about future demand, particularly in emerging growth corridors and premium micro-markets.

Industry experts note that Hyderabad’s consistent infrastructure development, IT corridor expansion, and sustained end-user interest continue to support the market’s long-term growth story. With premium demand driving momentum, the city is expected to remain one of India’s most stable residential markets in 2026.