India, Nov. 1 -- Bengaluru homebuyers are increasingly trading skyline views for waterfront serenity. A growing number of buyers now prefer lake-facing homes, a shift that's pushing up prices in premium neighbourhoods such as Hebbal, Whitefield, and Yelahanka. According to ANAROCK Group, lake-view apartments command 15-25% higher prices than non-lake-facing units in the same project, with annual appreciation of 8-12%, outpacing the broader market.

Priyanka Kapoor, senior vice president, Research and Advisory at ANAROCK Group, said demand for lakeside homes in Bengaluru has increased significantly over the past two years. "A FICCI-ANAROCK survey found that 30% of buyers in 2024 prioritised lakeside living for its tranquillity and connecti...