BDA struggles to sell thousands of flats and villas on Bengaluru’s outskirts

BDA struggles to sell 2,294 flats and villas on Bengaluru’s outskirts; poor infrastructure and weak upkeep deter buyers despite lower pricing

Thousands of housing units built by the Bangalore Development Authority (BDA) remain unsold years after completion, despite being priced lower than comparable private projects. Official data shows that 2,294 flats and villas are still awaiting buyers, highlighting persistent challenges in government-led housing initiatives.

Repeated attempts by the Authority to clear the backlog—including property fairs, bulk purchase schemes, and a 5% rebate on select projects—have failed to generate strong demand. Homebuyers cite poor infrastructure as the primary deterrent. Many layouts lack proper road connectivity, street lighting, and essential civic amenities. Several buildings also face seepage issues, while the absence of active residents’ welfare associations has led to weak upkeep and maintenance.

The problem is widespread across BDA projects in areas such as Kannamangala, Konadasapura, Alur Phase 1, Valagerahalli Phase 1, Gunjur, and Thippasandra. Even existing owners in these locations struggle to find tenants due to limited demand. At Hunnigere, for instance, only 16 of 100 villas launched three years ago have been sold, with buyers pointing to high pricing and unclear construction costs.

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Earlier, the BDA Chairman indicated that talks were underway with private developers to help liquidate unsold stock and improve maintenance through apartment associations. However, little progress has been visible on these fronts.

As a result, a large number of BDA-built flats and villas continue to lie vacant, raising fresh questions about planning, pricing, and execution in state-led housing projects. Homebuyer groups argue that unless infrastructure gaps are addressed and accountability strengthened, government housing on the city’s periphery will remain unattractive to buyers.

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