India has officially emerged as the top-performing office real estate market in the Asia-Pacific region according to the latest Asia Pacific Market Sentiment Survey by Coldwell Banker Richard Ellis (CBRE). The report highlights that India’s commercial real estate market, encompassing the office, retail, and industrial & logistics segments, continues to defy regional slowdowns and stands out as the most resilient in the entire APAC zone.

The India office real estate market 2025 is flourishing, thanks to robust leasing activity and strong occupier confidence, especially from technology companies, financial service providers, and Global Capability Centres (GCCs). Unlike Greater China and Australia, where sentiment has softened significantly, India has maintained upward momentum with a consistent demand for quality office space.

One of the most striking findings in the CBRE real estate report India is the performance of the Office Market Sentiment Index, which surpassed 70% between September 2024 and June 2025. This figure is the highest among all Asia-Pacific (APAC) countries, underscoring India's dominant position in the regional office space segment.

In Q1 of FY25, gross office leasing volumes rose by 5% year-on-year, reaching an impressive 18 million square feet across nine key Indian cities. Cities like Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Delhi-NCR, and Mumbai led this growth wave, driven largely by expansion-focused leasing activity from major Information Technology (IT) firms and GCC operators. This is in sharp contrast to leasing slowdowns in South Korea and Singapore, where global uncertainties have dampened occupier enthusiasm.

Beyond the office segment, India’s retail and logistics sectors are also showing remarkable resilience. While other APAC countries are witnessing retail contraction and store closures, Indian retailers are tactically expanding in high-yield metro locations, maximising revenue while managing risks. This targeted approach to retail expansion is shielding the sector from the volatility seen in markets like Hong Kong and South Korea.

The industrial and logistics segment is another cornerstone of India’s success. From e-commerce warehousing to last-mile delivery hubs, companies continue to invest aggressively, drawn by India’s rapidly improving infrastructure, favourable government policies, and the shift toward supply chain diversification. The CBRE report notes that India remains above the 50% neutral sentiment line in all three real estate segments—office, retail, and logistics—making it the only country in the Asia-Pacific with such a broad-based positive outlook.

Mr. Anshuman Magazine, Chairman and CEO - India, South-East Asia, Middle East & Africa at CBRE, credited this consistent performance to India’s diversified occupier base, rapid infrastructure development, and landlord-friendly market dynamics. These elements, he said, offer flexibility and long-term value, creating an attractive environment for both domestic and international tenants.

Supporting this view, Ms. Ada Choi, Head of Research for APAC at CBRE, pointed to India’s unique post-pandemic recovery trajectory. While other economies struggled to stabilise rental trends and demand cycles, India saw stable rentals and consistent demand across sectors. This has made it a prime destination for global enterprises looking to diversify their real estate portfolios in the Asia-Pacific region.

The India commercial leasing news is not just about current performance—it reflects the broader structural shifts that are placing India at the centre of global real estate planning. The influx of Global Capability Centres (GCCs)—large, global firms setting up operations to serve worldwide markets—has not only bolstered leasing but also driven demand for high-end office spaces and innovation hubs.

India’s real estate trends in 2025 also demonstrate a balanced ecosystem, where office, retail, and logistics are moving in synchrony. The seamless integration of technology, emphasis on employee well-being, sustainable building practices, and co-working space demand are redefining how real estate developers approach new projects.

From a macro-economic standpoint, India’s real estate boom is also aided by economic growth, urbanisation, and policy clarity. Government initiatives like PM Gati Shakti, ease of doing business reforms, and state-level industrial policies have significantly contributed to making India a preferred real estate investment hub.

With growing demand for flex workspaces, hybrid work models, and Grade A office requirements, developers are focusing on smart infrastructure, sustainable certifications, and tenant experience management. This evolution, coupled with India’s demographic advantage and technological leapfrogging, is creating a long-term growth runway for the sector.

On the investment side, foreign institutional investors and sovereign funds are increasingly targeting India’s commercial property market, recognising its high yield potential and risk-adjusted returns. The positive sentiment in CBRE’s APAC survey reflects growing international confidence in India’s capacity to sustain growth amid global economic fluctuations.

To summarise, India’s office real estate market has not only recovered post-pandemic but is now outperforming the entire Asia-Pacific region. The CBRE Asia Pacific Market Sentiment Survey reinforces that India’s commercial real estate is thriving across office, retail, and logistics segments, driven by technology-led demand, GCC investments, and strategic retail-logistics growth.

As we look ahead, India is set to retain and possibly expand its leadership in the Asia-Pacific commercial real estate space. With continued stakeholder confidence, favourable market fundamentals, and a forward-looking policy environment, India is positioned as the go-to destination for global occupiers, investors, and developers alike.

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