India, Sept. 9 -- Skyrocketing home prices across cities have become a major concern for Indian home seekers in recent years. According to a survey by Anarock, almost 80% of buyers are worried about rising costs, with nearly half saying they are 'very concerned.'

The online survey, which drew responses from around 8,250 participants, asked buyers how worried they were about the recent surge in housing prices in their preferred city or area.

Anarock's survey showed that 47% of prospective homebuyers are 'very concerned', while 24% are 'moderately concerned'. The report said that 12% of respondents are 'slightly concerned' and 10% 'extremely concerned', while only 7% are 'not at all concerned'.

While 34% see price rise as a long-term tre...