The average size of new houses in India increased to 1,300 sq ft in 2023 from 1,050 sq ft in 2019, with the National Capital Region (NCR) witnessing a significant rise. In the NCR, the average apartment size increased from 1,375 sq ft in 2022 to 1,890 sq ft in 2023, reflecting a 37% yearly growth. The shift towards larger living spaces is attributed to increased demand due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Over a five-year period, the average size of flats across India jumped by 51% from 1,250 sq ft in 2019. Luxury housing also witnessed growth, constituting about 23% of total new launches in 2023.