Tier-2 overtake metros in land deals for first time

Tier-2 cities have overtaken major metros in land transactions for the first time, according to Cushman & Wakefield data. In Q1 2026, Tier-2 markets accounted for 67% of land transacted, compared to just 2% in 2021 and 34% in 2025. This shift is driven by tighter land availability and rising prices in major cities, prompting developers and investors to explore satellite towns and emerging urban centers with larger contiguous parcels.

The trend is particularly evident in Sonipat, where developers like Jindal Realty and Hero Realty are focusing on integrated, future-ready communities that cater to both homebuyers and investors, thanks to improving infrastructure and rising demand.

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