The housing market in India is as varied as its geography. In major metropolitan areas like Mumbai, Delhi, and Bengaluru, high-density living is the norm, with a mix of ultra-luxury condominiums, high-rise apartments, and sprawling informal settlements (slums). Urban real estate can be exceedingly expensive, particularly in financial hubs, leading to long commutes for the working class.
In tier-two and tier-three cities, independent single-family homes and mid-rise apartment complexes are more common and affordable. Rural housing is predominantly traditional, though there has been a massive government push (such as the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana) to replace temporary or mud-brick structures (*kacha* houses) with permanent, concrete (*pucca*) homes. The country is also seeing a surge in organized gated communities offering integrated amenities.