Metro expansion sparks 35% property surge across Bengaluru’s emerging corridors

Metro expansion is driving Bengaluru realty, with 25–35% price gains in Whitefield, Hebbal, Yelahanka and Bommasandra, yields up to 6%

By 2026, Bengaluru’s property market is undergoing a dramatic transformation, driven by the expansion of Namma Metro Phase 2 and upcoming Phase 3 projects. With the network set to reach 175 km by 2027, commute times in peripheral suburbs have dropped by 15–40%, sparking a surge in demand across newly connected corridors. The metro’s reach, combined with IT job clusters and enhanced social infrastructure, is reshaping the city’s real estate landscape.

Top Growth Hotspots

1. Whitefield–Kadugodi (Purple Line Extension)

Property prices: ₹8,000–₹13,000 per sq ft | Rental yield: 4–5%

Whitefield tops the list, thanks to seamless connectivity to ITPL and Hope Farm Junction. The upcoming Kundalahalli Flyover and a 100-acre technology park by the Karnataka Industrial Development Board have accelerated growth. Prices have jumped 25–30% in a year, with rentals up 20%, making it a self-sufficient hub for tech professionals.

2. Bommasandra (Yellow Line Extension)

₹6,000–₹9,000 per sq ft | Yield: 4.5–5.5%

The Yellow Line’s extension to Bommasandra has cut travel to Electronic City by 45 minutes. Industrial activity and affordable housing have fuelled a 35% appreciation, attracting young professionals.

3. Devanahalli

₹4,500–₹7,000 per sq ft | Yield: 3–5.5%

Proximity to Kempegowda International Airport, BIAL projects, Aerospace SEZ, and the Satellite Town Ring Road are driving growth. Upcoming metro connectivity adds further appeal.

4. Yelahanka (Blue Line, Phase 2B)

₹5,500–₹8,000 per sq ft | Yield: 4.5–5.5%

Integration with suburban rail and closeness to the airport have boosted land values by 28%. Gated communities and educational institutions make it ideal for families.

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5. JP Nagar (Future Orange Line)

₹8,000–₹10,000 per sq ft | Yield: 3–4%

Metro expansion has already lifted rents by 22%. Its proximity to Bannerghatta Road tech parks and MG Road connectivity is spurring mid-range housing and commercial strips.

6. Hebbal (Blue Line, Phase 3)

₹9,000–₹14,000 per sq ft | Yield: 5–6%

Hebbal’s strategic location near Manyata Tech Park and the airport has led to a 32% price surge. With IT firms, logistics hubs, and high-rise developments

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