Building the New Elite: How Infrastructure Is Shaping NCR’s Next Luxury Hubs
The real estate map of Delhi-NCR is being redrawn. Once considered distant and underdeveloped, areas on the city’s outskirts are today being reimagined as luxury destinations, thanks to a wave of planned infrastructure and enhanced urban connectivity.
New pockets of prosperity like Dwarka Expressway, New Gurugram, Sohna Road, Southern Peripheral Road (SPR), and stretches along the Noida-Greater Noida and Yamuna Expressways are now catching the eye of both homebuyers and developers. These locations, earlier bypassed due to lack of accessibility, are now fast evolving into self-sustaining urban ecosystems that offer premium living with smart infrastructure.
As per a report by Cushman & Wakefield, Gurugram dominated new residential supply in the first three quarters of 2024, with nearly 88% of launches focused on fast-growing micro-markets like Dwarka Expressway, Sohna Road and New Gurugram. These numbers point to a decisive market shift, where demand for upscale living is no longer confined to the city core.
New Gurugram & SPR: From Bare Plots to Urban Powerhouses
Strategically positioned near key highways and expressways, New Gurugram and the SPR corridor have seen remarkable growth in residential absorption and new launches. According to PropEquity, home sales in these pockets surged from just 1,535 units (2015–2019) to over 10,240 units between 2020 and early 2025. New launches have also gained momentum, crossing 14,700 units during this period, supported by a rise in infrastructure-led confidence.
“The transformation of peripheral areas into lifestyle-centric destinations is a direct outcome of sustained infrastructure development across NCR. Locations like Dwarka Expressway, SPR, and New Gurugram are no longer seen as distant suburbs they are now preferred addresses for discerning buyers seeking modern amenities, superior connectivity, and planned urban living. At M3M India, we see this shift as a natural evolution of the market, where infrastructure is not just enabling growth but defining aspirational living.”
Mr. Robin Mangla, President, M3M India
Dwarka Expressway: NCR’s Rising Star for Luxury Housing
With its seamless linkage to Delhi, proximity to IGI Airport, and wide road network, Dwarka Expressway is fast becoming a prime hub for luxury real estate. Data reveals a massive price appreciation of nearly 400% over the past decade—average rates climbing from ₹3,753 per sq ft in 2010 to ₹18,668 per sq ft in 2024.
Dwarka Expressway has emerged as a game-changer for the luxury housing segment. Its strategic connectivity to Delhi, proximity to the airport, and rapid infrastructure upgrades have made it a preferred destination for premium buyers. Beyond upscale residential demand, the corridor is also witnessing growing interest in commercial luxury spaces such as high-end malls and retail avenues, further elevating its appeal as a holistic lifestyle destination. At Aarize, we believe Dwarka Expressway is no longer just a residential hotspot—it is evolving into the new benchmark for integrated luxury living and commerce in NCR.”
— Vipin Sharma, Founder and Chairman, Aarize Group
Conclusion:
NCR’s satellite corridors are no longer on the periphery of buyers’ choices—they’re becoming focal points of luxury real estate growth. With superior planning, rising demand, and investor confidence, these once-overlooked zones are leading the charge toward a more decentralised, infrastructure-driven, and premium urban future.