Mumbai’s studio apartment launches fell to a five-year low in 2025, with just 790 new units reported by Maharashtra Real Estate Regulatory Authority (MahaRERA). This is the lowest annual supply of studio homes—also called one-room kitchen (RK) units—over the past five years. The drop shows a clear slowdown in the city’s compact housing segment.
In total, 42,643 residential units were launched in Mumbai in 2025. Studio apartments made up only about 2% of this supply. 1 BHK and 2 BHK units dominated the market. Larger apartments, like 2.5 BHK, 3 BHK, 3.5 BHK, and 4 BHK, accounted for the bulk of launches.
The decline is part of a long-term shift. Developers are now focusing on slightly larger small-format homes. Studios, once popular with first-time buyers and investors, are losing their edge. Buyers now prefer more space without a much higher price.
Analysts say this reflects changing buyer preferences. Compact multi-room apartments offer better value and flexibility. Studios, being very small, are less appealing in today’s market.
Despite the fall in studio launches, Mumbai’s residential development remains strong. Overall housing activity continues, supported by economic, demographic, and regulatory factors. Even with fewer ultra-compact units, demand for homes remains high.
Experts will watch whether studio apartment supply recovers in 2026. For now, the trend suggests that Mumbai’s housing market is shifting toward larger small-format apartments. Buyers are looking for slightly more space, and developers are adjusting their supply to meet this demand.
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