Property Trends: Listed Realtors Achieve Rs 92,500 Crore in Sales During H1, with Prestige Leading the Market

India’s real estate sector is witnessing a remarkable resurgence, with 28 major listed developers reporting combined sales bookings of nearly Rs 92,500 crore in the first half of the current financial year. This surge is largely attributed to a robust demand for residential properties and a growing preference for established, branded developers. Prestige Estates Projects Ltd emerged as the leader in sales, followed closely by DLF Ltd and Godrej Properties, reflecting a significant shift in consumer behavior post-pandemic.

Strong Sales Performance by Leading Developers

The first half of the financial year 2026 has been particularly fruitful for India’s real estate developers. According to regulatory filings, total sales bookings reached Rs 92,437 crore from April to September. Prestige Estates Projects Ltd topped the list with impressive pre-sales of Rs 18,143.7 crore, solidifying its position as the leading developer. DLF Ltd, recognized as the largest realtor by market capitalization, reported pre-sales of Rs 15,757 crore, while Godrej Properties followed closely with Rs 15,587 crore in bookings. Other notable performers included Lodha Developers, which recorded sales of Rs 9,020 crore, and Signature Global, with Rs 4,650 crore in sales. Collectively, these top five developers accounted for over Rs 63,000 crore, nearly 70% of the total sales reported by the 28 firms.

Market Recovery and Consumer Preferences

Analysts attribute the strong performance of the real estate sector to a recovery in demand following the pandemic. There has been a noticeable shift towards premium housing options, with consumers increasingly favoring large, reputable developers over smaller or unregistered firms. This trend reflects a growing confidence among buyers in the stability and quality offered by established brands. Other significant players in the market included Sobha Ltd, which recorded sales of Rs 3,981.4 crore, and Brigade Enterprises with Rs 3,152 crore. Additionally, Oberoi Realty and Kalpataru Ltd reported sales of Rs 2,937.74 crore and Rs 2,577 crore, respectively, while Puravankara achieved pre-sales of Rs 2,455 crore.

Performance of Smaller Developers

While the top developers dominated the sales figures, several smaller firms also made notable contributions. Ajmera Realty & Infrastructure posted sales bookings of Rs 828 crore, followed by Raymond Realty with Rs 760 crore. Ashiana Housing recorded Rs 734.4 crore in sales, while Embassy Developments and Arvind SmartSpaces each reported Rs 607 crore. Other smaller developers, including TARC, Arihant Superstructures, and Max Estates, logged sales ranging from Rs 234 crore to Rs 386.4 crore. This diverse performance across the sector highlights the varying levels of demand and consumer confidence among different developers.

Sales Bookings as a Key Metric

Sales bookings have become a crucial performance indicator for listed developers, especially given the time lag between pre-sales and revenue recognition linked to project completion. Many unlisted developers do not disclose comparable figures, making it challenging to assess their performance accurately. In the previous financial year, 26 major listed real estate firms collectively sold properties worth Rs 1.62 lakh crore, with Godrej Properties leading the way with nearly Rs 30,000 crore in sales bookings. As the market continues to evolve, these sales figures will remain a vital metric for understanding the health and trajectory of the real estate sector in India.

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