The numbers that decide it — rental yields, occupancy, appreciation and the ownership rules and taxes for buying in Bengaluru.
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic Tourists | 20.7M · 2022 | Karnataka state data, latest available official figures. |
| Foreign Tourists | 0.19M · 2022 | Karnataka state data, latest available official figures. |
| Registered Hotels | 9,000+ · 2024 | Bengaluru-area estimate, including various accommodation types. |
| Avg. Annual Occupancy | 65% · Annual | Bengaluru-area estimate, reflecting strong demand. |
| Peak ADR | ₹18,000 · Dec-Feb | High-season average daily rate for premium properties. |
| Off-season ADR | ₹6,000 · Jun-Sep | Low-season average daily rate, typically during monsoon. |
| Shoulder ADR | ₹12,000 · Oct-Nov / Mar-May | Transitional season average daily rate. |
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Managed-Rental Gross Yield | 3-7% | Varies by locality and property type; Electronic City often higher. |
| Capital Growth (YoY) | 8-18% | Strong appreciation in emerging and established corridors. |
| 5-Year CAGR (Capital) | 12-15% | Reflects sustained long-term growth. |
| Operator Quality Impact | High | Professional management significantly impacts rental income. |
| Post-Monsoon Maintenance | Moderate | Regular checks are advisable to maintain property value and ADR. |
| Booking Channel Spread | High | Diversified booking channels (OTAs, direct) optimize occupancy. |
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Fixed Broadband (download) | ~100 Mbps | Tier-1 metro average; fiber widely available |
| Mobile (4G/5G) | ~50 Mbps | Jio/Airtel 4G widespread; 5G rolled out in most wards |
| Monthly Cost (1 person) | Rent+food+utilities+transport | |
| Rent — 1BR (city center) | — | |
| Mid-range meal for two | — | |
| Coworking (monthly pass) | 91springboard, WeWork, Awfis common | |
| Coworking Spaces (within 5km) | 10+ | WeWork, 91springboard, Awfis, Innov8 |
| Air Quality (annual PM2.5) | ~50 µg/m³ | Moderate year-round; worse in winter |
| Nomad Community | Active | Strong domestic remote-work scene; growing expat presence |
| English Level (daily use) | High | Widely spoken in professional and urban settings |
| Digital Nomad Visa | No dedicated nomad visa (e-Tourist Visa 30/90/365 days) | e-Tourist visa up to 1 year multi-entry (90 days per stay) | Tax resident if >182 days; foreign-source income generally not taxed for non-residents |
| Timezone | GMT+5:30 (IST) | — |
| Primary Language | Hindi, English (multiple regional languages) | — |
| Buyer | Permitted | Tenure | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Resident | Yes | Freehold | Unrestricted purchase of residential, commercial, agricultural |
| NRI / OCI | Conditional | Freehold | Residential and commercial allowed; agri/plantation/farmhouse only via inheritance |
| Foreign National | No | None | Cannot purchase; inheritance allowed from Indian resident |
Investment figures are directional market estimates, not guarantees — actual yields, rates and appreciation vary by property, operator and timing. Verify with a professional before investing.
NRIs and OCIs can freely buy residential and commercial property in India (not agricultural land), with purchase funds routed through NRE/NRO banking channels.
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