Godrej Properties Buys 26-Acre Plot In South Bengaluru

17 Oct 2025 CW Team

The developer, which already has a presence in South Bengaluru through projects such as Godrej Park Retreat and Godrej Lakeside Orchards, said the new site reinforces its confidence in the Sarjapur Road corridor, a micro-market that has rapidly emerged as one of the city’s most sought-after real estate destinations.

Gaurav Pandey, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Godrej Properties, said, “As Bengaluru continues to consolidate its position as one of India’s most dynamic real estate markets, the Sarjapur Road corridor stands out as a key growth hub within the city’s evolving urban fabric. The strong performance of our recent projects in this micro-market reflects the depth of demand and the trust customers have in our brand.”

Pandey added that the company remains committed to developing thoughtfully designed, high-quality projects that create long-term value for residents and stakeholders.

The location offers strong connectivity to major employment hubs, including Whitefield, Outer Ring Road, and Electronic City, and proximity to leading schools, hospitals, retail centres, and leisure avenues, making it a preferred choice among homebuyers.

According to Godrej Properties, the Sarjapur Road corridor has demonstrated robust market fundamentals, with high absorption rates and sustained buyer interest, signalling its strong long-term growth potential within Bengaluru’s dynamic housing market.

Data from Square Yards Data Intelligence shows that between July 2024 and June 2025, South Bengaluru recorded 3,613 new sale transactions, with a gross sales value of Rs 21.75 billion. The area’s average property rate rose to Rs 5,387 per square foot in the second quarter of 2025, up from Rs 3,305 per square foot a year earlier — reflecting growing demand and appreciation in property values.

Godrej Properties has acquired a prime 26-acre land parcel in South Bengaluru, near Sarjapur Road, to develop a premium residential project with an estimated revenue potential of Rs 11 billion. The acquisition marks a major expansion of the company’s footprint in one of Bengaluru’s fastest-growing residential corridors. The developer, which already has a presence in South Bengaluru through projects such as Godrej Park Retreat and Godrej Lakeside Orchards, said the new site reinforces its confidence in the Sarjapur Road corridor, a micro-market that has rapidly emerged as one of the city’s most sought-after real estate destinations. Gaurav Pandey, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Godrej Properties, said, “As Bengaluru continues to consolidate its position as one of India’s most dynamic real estate markets, the Sarjapur Road corridor stands out as a key growth hub within the city’s evolving urban fabric. The strong performance of our recent projects in this micro-market reflects the depth of demand and the trust customers have in our brand.” Pandey added that the company remains committed to developing thoughtfully designed, high-quality projects that create long-term value for residents and stakeholders. The location offers strong connectivity to major employment hubs, including Whitefield, Outer Ring Road, and Electronic City, and proximity to leading schools, hospitals, retail centres, and leisure avenues, making it a preferred choice among homebuyers. According to Godrej Properties, the Sarjapur Road corridor has demonstrated robust market fundamentals, with high absorption rates and sustained buyer interest, signalling its strong long-term growth potential within Bengaluru’s dynamic housing market. Data from Square Yards Data Intelligence shows that between July 2024 and June 2025, South Bengaluru recorded 3,613 new sale transactions, with a gross sales value of Rs 21.75 billion. The area’s average property rate rose to Rs 5,387 per square foot in the second quarter of 2025, up from Rs 3,305 per square foot a year earlier — reflecting growing demand and appreciation in property values.

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