Chennai Sees 74 Percent Growth in New Supply in 2023: Check Out the Locations with the Maximum New Homes
The residential market in Chennai exhibits an intriguing mix of growth and changing preferences, underscoring the need for a comprehensive understanding of market dynamics.
Research DeskMar 2024
2BHK apartment sales dominate Chennai's property market – Where are the demand hotspots?
Chennai's status as an IT and industrial hub has spurred employment opportunities which has trickled in housing demand from both local and migrant professionals. In recent years, the city's expansion into its suburban areas has fueled the residential real estate activity in these regions.
Research DeskAug 2023
Puravankara launches project in Chennai’s Pallikaranai
The 55 acre integrated enclave offers a varied range of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom homes and over 40 amenities.
Housing News DeskJan 2023
Madras HC restrains registration of mortgage deed in marshland
The Madras HC has restrained the registration of any mortgage deed involving a portion of a marshland in Pallikaranai, by a private IT company, following allegations that the land was illegally assigned
PTIOct 2018
Land grab: Property worth Rs 12 crores retrieved in Chennai
The Chennai police has said that it has recovered properties worth Rs 12 crores, which were grabbed using forged documents, from various parts of the city and sent eight people to prison, in the case
PTIAug 2018
Pallikaranai marshland: Madras HC pulls up official over registrations
The Madras High Court has initiated contempt proceedings against an official of the registration department, over the issue of registration of documents involving the Pallikaranai marshland
PTIAug 2017
Why renting a house in Chennai, may be a better option than buying
Looking for a house in Chennai? We explain why it may make better sense to rent a house, rather than buy one and the best places to search for an accommodation
Pooja BhatiaMay 2017
Madras HC steps in again to safeguard Chennai's marshland
In yet another directive that would help safeguard Chennai's vanishing wetlands, the Madras High Court, has ordered the registration department to prohibit registration of any document involving the Pallikaranai marshlands
PTINov 2016
Cost of living: Chennai vs Bangalore
While Chennai may be relatively affordable compared to Bangalore, factors like location, lifestyle, and housing options influence overall costs.
Harini BalasubramanianDec 2025
Things to know before constructing a property in Chennai
To minimise risks, one should work with qualified professionals, including CMDA-approved architects and licensed contractors.
Harini BalasubramanianDec 2025
How to apply for Patta Chitta online in Tamil Nadu?
Since 2015, both the documents – Patta and Chitta, pertaining to Tamil Nadu land records have been merged into a single document called Patta Chitta
Harini BalasubramanianNov 2025
Stamp duty and land registration charges in Tamil Nadu 2025
The stamp duty in Tamil Nadu for new property registrations is 7% of property value while registration fee is 4% of total property value.
Harini BalasubramanianNov 2025
Chennai to Mysore bullet train route, stations and real estate impact
The high-speed rail corridor will comprise nine stations in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka.
Harini BalasubramanianOct 2025
