India, April 11 -- Hyderabad recorded a marginal 1% year-on-year increase in residential sales to touch 9,541 units in Q1 2026, reflecting stable demand despite broader market moderation, according to a report by Knight Frank India.

Residential prices in the city continued to firm up, with the weighted average price rising 9% YoY to Rs.8,211 per sq ft. Meanwhile, new launches stood at 9,975 units during the quarter, the report said.

"While most high-volume residential markets have recorded a slowdown, Hyderabad has maintained stable sales, underpinned by steady end-user demand. At the same time, a clear shift toward premium housing has led to reduced traction in the affordable segment," Joseph Thilak, National Director, Occupier Strateg...