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IBM Leases 1.62 Lakh Sq Ft at Embassy Golflinks, Bengaluru for ₹2.4 Cr Monthly Rent

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In one of the largest commercial leasing transactions of 2025, IBM India Pvt. Ltd. has leased 161,884 sq ft of Grade-A office space at Embassy Golflinks Business Park (EGL), Bengaluru. According to documents accessed by CRE Matrix, the transaction was registered on 23 September 2025.

Transaction Structure and Financial Terms

IBM India Pvt. Ltd., the licensee in the transaction, has leased a total built-up area of 161,884 sq ft. The starting monthly rent is ₹2,42,82,600, translating to ₹150 per sq ft. The company has paid a security deposit of ₹14,56,95,600 for the lease. This runs for a total tenure of 60 months with a lock-in period of 36 months. The agreement also provides IBM with 216 car parking slots at a charge of ₹4,526.70 per slot. IBM was scheduled to take possession on 17 April 2025, followed by a 45-day rent-free fit-out period before full rent commences.

Fit-Out Terms Highlight Long-Term Occupation Strategy

The lease includes a detailed fit-out arrangement that reflects a large-scale and long-term workspace buildout. During the fit-out phase, IBM will pay a fit-out rent of ₹63.09 per sq ft and has furnished a fit-out security deposit of ₹6,12,79,569. This is equivalent to six months of fit-out charges. Major technology and consulting firms typically use such commercial terms when they make substantial investments in customized office infrastructure. They do this to support delivery, engineering, and innovation-led teams.

Prime Campus Location Strengthens EGL’s Market Position

IBM has leased space across Unit 3 and Unit 4 on the third floor and Unit 1 and Unit 2 on the fourth floor of the Pine Valley block at Embassy Golflinks, Challaghatta. Positioned between Koramangala and Old Airport Road, Embassy Golflinks Business Park remains one of India’s most sought-after integrated technology campuses.

The park continues to attract Fortune 500 occupiers across IT services, BFSI, cybersecurity, research and development, and consulting sectors. IBM’s high-value lease further reinforces the sustained demand for Grade-A office spaces in Bengaluru. Furthermore, it highlights the city’s continued importance as a global technology and business hub.

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Northwest Bengaluru’s Property Prices Set to Outpace City Average, Easing Traffic Challenges

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According to a report released on August 14 by CRE Matrix, North West Bengaluru, which includes neighborhoods like Peenya, Rajajinagar, Yeshwanthpur, and Malleshwaram is expected to see faster growth in residential sales and prices over the next five years than its counterparts in the IT capital.

North West Bengaluru sees the sale of 2,500 residential units annually on average, or roughly 6% of total sales in the city. According to the reports, the average demand-to-supply ratio in the area is 1.7x, which is the highest of all the micro markets in the city. 

According to the survey, prominent real estate players like Godrej Properties, Mantri, and Birla Estate are actively developing projects in the region. Furthermore, the survey stated that Rs.16,000 crore worth of ongoing and planned infrastructure initiatives could enhance North West Bengaluru’s connectivity with the rest of the city.

Abhishek Kiran Gupta, CEO and co-founder of CRE Matrix and Indextap.com asserts, “North West is the immediate solution to Bengaluru’s massive congestion problem – it has everything – the Greenery, better AQI, best of the residential developer brands, marquee commercial assets already present and some trophy assets coming up shortly, the best of malls – and it is equidistant to the airport as well as CBD Bengaluru.”

Though only contributing 6% of Bengaluru’s yearly residential sales, the region is home to 27% of the city’s population (3.9 million). This suggests significant potential for expansion and alleviation of Bengaluru’s notorious traffic problems.

Bengaluru has the most traffic among Indian megacities with a population of more than 8 million, according to the most recent traffic index study conducted by the Dutch multinational TomTom. The average speed for Bengaluru during rush hour is 18 km/hour and the time lost each year during peak traffic time is about 132 hours. Due to congestion in major employment zones like Outer Ring Road and Whitefield, Bengaluru faces a total productivity loss of Rs 1 Lakh Cr. By 2028, with the completion of metro phases, Northwest Bengaluru is expected to be fully connected to all parts of the city within a travel time of 30 minutes.

Northwest Bengaluru has also witnessed tremendous development in the commercial real estate sector. The region currently has 2.1 million square feet of office space, with seven Grade A assets under construction. Prominent businesses such as Amazon, H&M, Regus, and Samsung have recognized North West Bengaluru as an important destination for their real estate holdings. The area is seen as a tenant’s market, with rental rates expected to increase by 6-8% annually over the next five years. Additionally, strata sales of office units have picked up since 2021, with the region absorbing at least 1.5 lakh sq ft of office space annually. This demand is expected to surpass 2 lakh sq ft in CY 2024, driven by new supply and improved connectivity.

With 45% of office space in North Bengaluru occupied by global capability centers, the region is becoming an integral part of the city’s commercial landscape. As infrastructure and connectivity improve, Northwest Bengaluru is likely to witness robust growth in both residential and commercial real estate, making it a key player in addressing Bengaluru’s traffic congestion and housing demand.

For detailed insights download the MICRO-MARKET INSIGHTS REPORT of Bengaluru (North-West).