Plotted Developments Soar in Bengaluru: A Third of Q1 2026 RERA Registrations
Plotted developments in Bengaluru accounted for nearly a third of all project registrations in the first quarter of 2026. Out of 98 projects approved by the Karnataka Real Estate Regulatory Authority during the period, 32 were plotted developments, more than double the 17 recorded in the same quarter last year.
Key Highlights:
- 33% of Bengaluru's total RERA registrations in Q1 2026 were plotted developments.
- 32 out of 98 projects registered were plotted developments, marking the highest share among major Indian metros.
- Plotted developments accounted for more than double the number recorded in Q1 2025.
What's Driving Demand for Plotted Development?
Real estate experts attribute the rise to a combination of affordability constraints and evolving buyer expectations. With apartment prices rising due to higher construction costs, plots are increasingly seen as a more accessible entry point into Bengaluru's property market.
"Bengaluru's recent rise in plotted development reflects a shift towards affordability and changing buyer priorities. Plots are more affordable than apartments amid rising construction costs. Infrastructure expansion in peripheral regions, like new expressways and metro corridors, has increased land availability for plotted layouts,"
— Debayan Bhattacharya, Principal Partner and Chief Sales Officer, Square Yards
Who's Leading Demand in Bengaluru?
- End-users, particularly upwardly mobile professionals, are driving demand in Bengaluru.
- Buyers often already own apartments but are diversifying into land assets for flexibility and capital appreciation.
"Hybrid work models have diminished the need to live near central business districts, making suburban or planned layouts more viable options. While apartments still dominate the urban housing market, plotted developments have gained popularity as a complementary asset class, especially among buyers who prioritise flexibility and a future-ready living environment,"
— Debayan Bhattacharya, Principal Partner and Chief Sales Officer, Square Yards
Where Are the Plotted Options Located in Bengaluru, and at What Price?
The trend is especially visible in Bengaluru's East and North outskirts, where expanding infrastructure is unlocking land supply and improving connectivity.
Price Ranges in Bengaluru:
- In South Bengaluru, prices range from ₹4,000 to ₹18,000 per sq ft.
- In the North, plot prices begin around ₹5,000 per sq ft in areas like Devanahalli and can go up to ₹8,000 per sq ft.
- In East Bengaluru, plots on the outskirts of Whitefield are in high demand, with prices averaging ₹10,000 per sq ft.
Faster RERA Approvals Give Plotted Developments an Edge
Developers are actively pivoting towards plotted projects as part of a broader risk management strategy. Compared to high-rise apartment construction, plotted developments require lower upfront capital and avoid volatility in material and labour costs.
"Plotted developments usually require less initial capital than vertical construction because they avoid the high material and labour costs associated with building apartments. This leads to faster project execution and quicker monetisation, which improves cash flow. Additionally, obtaining regulatory approvals for plotted layouts can be less complex in some cases, allowing developers to bring their inventory to market more quickly,"
— Debayan Bhattacharya, Principal Partner and Chief Sales Officer, Square Yards
Will You Get a Bank Loan for a Plotted Development?
Financing options for plotted developments vary significantly depending on the buyer's intent and the property's nature.
"If a buyer plans to construct a home and live in it, lenders typically offer a composite loan covering both the land purchase and construction costs,"
— Suresh Sadagopan, financial expert
However, the dynamics change when the purchase is purely investment-driven.
"If there are no immediate plans for construction, it is treated as a land loan, which comes with tighter eligibility norms, shorter repayment tenures and relatively higher interest rates compared to standard home loans,"
— Suresh Sadagopan, financial expert
Documentation Plays a Crucial Role in Loan Approval
Lenders typically finance only legally compliant plots.
"In Bengaluru, banks generally prefer plots with an A Khata. With recent regulatory changes, having an e-Khata has now become mandatory to secure a bank loan for plotted developments,"
— Sujith Gowda, banker