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Apartments in Kolkata 2025: Locality Guide & Price Trends

Updated on : 14 July 2025

By Hexadecimal Software Team

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Overview of Kolkata's Apartment Market

Kolkata’s real estate has evolved from standalone buildings to gated complexes with modern amenities. Localities like Salt Lake, New Town, and Alipore remain hotspots for both investment and rental demand.

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Why Choose Apartments in Kolkata

🔹 Availability across budget segments
🔹 Well-connected via metro, bus & suburban rail
🔹 Growing IT and commercial hubs in Salt Lake & New Town
🔹 Strong demand from students and professionals

Top Residential Zones in Kolkata

Locality	Preferred For	Region
Salt Lake (Bidhannagar)	IT professionals, families	East Kolkata
New Town	New-age housing, gated apartments	North-East Kolkata
Garia	Budget apartments, metro access	South Kolkata
Tollygunge	Metro proximity, residential buzz	South-West Kolkata
Behala	Affordable large flats	South-West Kolkata
Rajarhat	Upcoming investment zone	North-East Kolkata

Apartments Near Kolkata Metro Stations

Apartments located near metro lines enjoy high rental yield and easy commuting. Areas like Kavi Subhash, Kalighat, Dum Dum, and Salt Lake Sector V are in high demand.

Kolkata Apartment Price Trends (2025)

Locality	Avg. Buy Price (₹/sq.ft)	Avg. Rent (2BHK, ₹/month)
Salt Lake	₹7,500	₹18,000 – ₹25,000
New Town	₹6,800	₹15,000 – ₹22,000
Garia	₹4,200	₹10,000 – ₹15,000
Tollygunge	₹6,000	₹13,000 – ₹20,000
Behala	₹4,000	₹9,000 – ₹14,000
Rajarhat	₹5,500	₹12,000 – ₹17,000

Affordable vs Premium Localities

Affordable: Garia, Behala, Rajarhat
Mid-range: Tollygunge, Baguihati, Dum Dum
Premium: Salt Lake, New Alipore, Ballygunge

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Apartments for Families vs Students

For Families:
🔹 Salt Lake, New Town, EM Bypass, Tollygunge

For Students & Singles:
🔹 Garia, Baguihati, Kasba, Lake Gardens

Rental Trends by Locality

Rental yields are strong in IT corridor zones and metro-adjacent areas. Upcoming metro extensions have made even Garia and Behala more attractive to tenants.

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Best-Selling Residential Projects

Project Name	Locality	Configuration
One Rajarhat	Rajarhat	2, 3, 4 BHK
Ideal Aqua View	New Town	2, 3 BHK
South City	Prince Anwar Shah Rd	3, 4 BHK
PS Panache	Salt Lake Sector V	2, 3 BHK
Merlin 5th Avenue	Salt Lake	2, 3 BHK

How to Find Apartments in Kolkata

🔹 Use filters on Hexahome for budget, locality, and metro access
🔹 Search near key work zones (Sector V, EM Bypass)
🔹 Visit during peak hours to assess commute feasibility
🔹 Check society rules, parking, and security features

FAQs

Q: What is the best locality in Kolkata to buy an apartment in 2025?
A: Salt Lake and New Town are ideal due to infrastructure and rental appreciation.

Q: Which areas have budget-friendly apartments?
A: Garia, Behala, and parts of Rajarhat offer affordable housing options.

Q: Are Kolkata metro lines connected to residential areas?
A: Yes, especially North-South and East-West metro corridors cover major housing clusters.

Q: How can I find apartments near Salt Lake Sector V?
A: Use Hexahome's filters for Sector V and nearby areas like Karunamoyee or College More.