The Kolkata Metropolitan Area (KMA) reported 4,974 residential property registrations in February, representing a 63 percent increase from the previous month, largely attributed to a recovery from a seasonal low in January, as per data provided by property consultant Knight Frank India.
In comparison to the same month last year, registrations saw a slight decline of 1 percent, down from 5,016 units recorded in February 2025. The data, sourced from the Directorate of Registrations and Stamps Revenue, Government of West Bengal, encompasses transactions in both primary (new sales) and secondary (resale) markets for residential apartments.
Apartments ranging from 501 to 1,000 sq ft dominated the market, making up 58 percent of total registrations in February, an increase from 44 percent a year prior. Conversely, the proportion of units under 500 sq ft fell to 32 percent from 52 percent during the same timeframe last year. Homes exceeding 1,000 sq ft saw their share rise to 10 percent, indicating a gradual increase in demand for larger homes, according to Knight Frank India.
North and South Kolkata collectively represented approximately 75 percent of the total registrations for the month. The northern zone led with a 41 percent share, while the southern zone followed with 33 percent. Among various micro-markets, Rajarhat recorded the highest number of registrations at 381 units, followed by Dum Dum with 352 and Barasat with 337.
The top 10 locations accounted for 53 percent of the total apartment registrations. In response to the data, Sushil Mohta, president of the Confederation of Real Estate Developers’ Associations of India (CREDAI)-West Bengal, remarked, “The significant growth in registrations of 63 percent indicates buyer confidence and showcases underlying resilience.
While the 63 percent month-on-month increase in registrations reflects a recovery from a seasonal low, the more notable trend is the sustained demand for mid-sized homes.
The prevalence of the 500-1,000 sq ft segment signifies a distinct transition towards practical and value-oriented housing options in Kolkata’s residential sector. Nevertheless, a movement from mid-size to the premium market is also apparent.
