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IKEA Expands Pune Footprint with New City Store at Phoenix Marketcity

Ikea leases store in Pune

Global furniture giant IKEA’s India arm has taken a strategic step in expanding its footprint in the city of Pune by leasing approximately 37,259 sq ft of retail space in the prominent mall Phoenix Marketcity Pune. The lease, signed for a span of four years and eleven months, commenced on 25 September 2025 and is slated to run until 24 August 2030, according to documents accessed by CRE Matrix.

Positioned on the ground floor of the mall in Viman Nagar Road, Lohegaon, this site will become a “city store” for IKEA India, signalling a move to deepen its omnichannel presence in the Pune market—beyond just online and major destination stores. The monthly starting rent set by IKEA is ₹38.12 lakh, the total agreement value at ₹3.06 crore, and the initial security deposit paid at ₹1.15 crore (from a required ₹2.3 crore), highlighting the seriousness of the commitment. 

According to IKEA India, Pune has long been a key market where strong customer demand has been evident—many of its shoppers have historically travelled to the Navi Mumbai store for inspiration and full-range home furnishing. The launch of online e-commerce services in Pune in January 2020 made it the second Indian city after Mumbai to access IKEA’s full range digitally—over 6,500 well-designed, affordable home furnishing products are now accessible online to local shoppers.

By choosing a city-store format in a high-traffic mall, IKEA appears to be bridging the gap between its digital channel strength and the classic store experience, thereby tapping into both convenience-oriented consumers and the traditional retail-experience seekers. In a city known for its expanding residential base, improved infrastructure, and rising urban lifestyle demands, this move aligns well with the growing appetite for modern home solutions among Pune’s middle- and upper-income segments.

IKEA India’s new lease in Pune is a clear signal of the brand’s intent to combine physical retail, digital access, and local market penetration—all aimed at delivering a richer “home furnishing” experience to a city that is increasingly important in its growth map.

Earlier in September 2025, IKEA signed a nine-year lease with Pacific Development Corporation for 14,471 sq. ft. at Pacific Mall, West Delhi, with a security deposit of ₹4.25 crore.

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Tesla Leases 24,000 Sq Ft in Kurla, Mumbai for New Service Centre

Tesla Leases Space in Kurla

Tesla’s entry into the Indian market continues to gain momentum with the electric vehicle (EV) giant leasing a new commercial space in Kurla West, central Mumbai. The newly acquired 24,500 sq. ft facility, located in Macrotech Developers’ Lodha Industrial and Logistics Park, will serve as a dedicated vehicle service center—Tesla’s first such facility in the country.

This marks Tesla’s fourth commercial footprint in India, following the establishment of its engineering hub in Pune, its registered office in Bengaluru, and a short-term office in Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC). Notably, this is the second deal concluded by Tesla within the last two months, highlighting the company’s growing focus on operational readiness in India.

According to documents accessed by CRE Matrix, the lease agreement, signed by Tesla India Motor & Energy, spans five years with a starting monthly rent of Rs 37.53 lakh. The total rental commitment over the lease term exceeds Rs 24 crore. The license period commenced on April 20, with a rent-free phase lasting one month and ten days. Rent payments began on June 1. The lease includes an annual 5% escalation in rent and Rs 10 per sq. ft Common Area Maintenance (CAM) charges, which will also escalate by 5% annually.

This strategic move comes soon after Tesla secured its first showroom space in India at BKC, setting a record for lease rentals at Rs 881 per sq. ft per month. With this new facility, Tesla is laying the groundwork for its long-term operations in the country.

Tesla’s recent activity suggests a renewed commitment to India, particularly in light of recent policy changes aimed at attracting global EV manufacturers. The developments follow CEO Elon Musk’s meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his US visit, a turning point in Tesla’s approach toward the Indian market.

As the government continues to ease import duties and encourage local production, Tesla’s growing footprint could signal the beginning of a robust EV ecosystem in India.

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Zomato (Now Eternal Ltd) Leases Office Space in Mumbai’s Andheri for ₹85 Crore

Zomato Leases Office Space in Andheri

In a major commercial leasing transaction, Eternal Ltd, formerly known as Zomato, has signed a five-year lease for 84,157 sq. ft. of prime office space in Andheri, Mumbai. The deal is valued at ₹85 crore, as per documents accessed by CRE Matrix.

The lease deal was registered on May 9, 2025, and the new workspace is located on the 7th floor of R Square, a commercial building owned by Histyle Retail Pvt Ltd (Runwal Realty). The leased premises include six units and 57 car parking spaces, offering a significant footprint in one of Mumbai’s busiest commercial hubs.

The lease agreement begins on May 1, 2025, and includes a 60-month lock-in period for the licensor and 36 months for the licensee. As per documents accessed by CRE Matrix, the monthly rent is set at ₹1.34 crore for the initial 36 months, after which it will increase to ₹1.54 crore for the remaining two years, reflecting a 15% escalation. The effective rent works out to approximately ₹160 per sq. ft.

This move aligns with Eternal’s evolving corporate vision. In February 2025, Zomato officially rebranded itself as Eternal Ltd. This was a shift in focus beyond its core food delivery business. Founder and CEO Deepinder Goyal shared that the rebranding reflects the company’s broader ambitions, particularly with the growing impact of Blinkit, Zomato’s quick-commerce arm.

Commenting on the strategic location, Abhishek Kiran Gupta, CEO and co-founder of CRE Matrix and IndexTap.com, said that Andheri is emerging as a prominent office market due to factors such as increasing annual leasing activity, ongoing housing developments, enhanced metro, airport, and highway connectivity, as well as robust hospitality infrastructure. He added that these advantages are driving many established brands to set up their base in Andheri.

Recent Transactions

Mumbai’s commercial real estate market continues to witness robust activity, with several high-value office space transactions recently finalized. Growing demand from diverse industries and improving infrastructure are driving companies to secure prime locations across key business districts in the city.

In a significant recent transaction within R Square, the same building mentioned earlier, HDFC Bank secured a lease agreement valued at ₹1,020 crore for a sprawling 4.5 lakh sq ft of premium office space. In another transaction, Amazon renewed its lease for over 94,000 sq ft of office space at Godrej Two in Vikhroli for a five-year term, with a monthly rent of ₹1.73 crore.

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Amazon Renews ₹1.73 Crore Monthly Lease With Godrej Green Homes in Mumbai’s Vikhroli

Amazon Renews ₹1.73 Crore Monthly Lease

In a notable reaffirmation of Mumbai’s commercial real estate potential, Amazon has renewed its lease for over 94,000 sq ft of office space at Godrej Two in Vikhroli for a five-year term, with a monthly rent of ₹1.73 crore. Located along the Eastern Express Highway, this Grade-A office development continues to attract top-tier tenants, with Amazon maintaining a significant presence through four of its group companies.

According to documents sourced from CRE Matrix, the leased premises span the 7th floor of Godrej Two and cover over 58,000 sq ft of carpet area. The lease includes 60 parking spaces, 20 of which are paid at a monthly fee of ₹8,508 per space, and is secured with a 48-month lock-in period.

As per the property registration documents, the first lease transaction involved portions of units 701, 702, and 703, comprising over 42,000 sq ft of leasable area, which was taken up by Amazon Seller Services Pvt Ltd at a monthly rent of more than ₹78 lakh. The second transaction included parts of units 701, 702, 703, and 704, totaling approximately 19,926 sq ft, leased to Amazon Development Centre India Pvt Ltd for over ₹36 lakh per month.

In the third transaction, Amazon Data Services India Pvt Ltd leased portions of units 701 and 704, spanning 16,447 sq ft, at a monthly rent exceeding ₹30 lakh. The fourth lease, involving unit 703 and measuring 15,181 sq ft, was secured by Amazon Smart Commerce Solutions Pvt Ltd for a monthly rent of over ₹27 lakh.

Karan Bolaria, MD & CEO of Godrej Fund Management, commented, “Amazon has renewed its lease for office space on the 7th floor of Godrej Two, located along the Eastern Express Highway in Vikhroli, Mumbai. As one of the building’s original tenants, Amazon’s continued presence reaffirms the enduring appeal of Godrej Two as a premium commercial address.”

Launched in March 2021, Godrej Two is LEED Platinum certified and fully leased, reflecting the high demand for premium office spaces across sectors such as BFSI, IT, logistics, engineering, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing. Amazon’s renewal further cements Vikhroli’s rising stature as a thriving business hub in the city.

Recent Transactions

Mumbai’s commercial real estate market continues to show resilience with major office space lease renewal transactions. Corporate giants are reinforcing their long-term presence in the city’s premium business hubs. This reflects strong demand for Grade-A office spaces, strategic locations, and top-tier infrastructure across key micro-markets like Vikhroli. 

In a recent transaction, HDFC Bank leased 4.5 Lakh sq ft of office space in Mumbai’s Andheri for ₹1,020 crore. 

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Princeton Digital Leases 1 Million Sq Ft at Airoli Knowledge Park near Mumbai for Flagship Data Centre Campus

Princeton Digital Leases 1 Million Sq Ft at Airoli Knowledge Park

In a major commercial deal, Princeton Digital Group (PDG) has signed a landmark lease agreement with Mindspace Business Parks REIT, acquiring 1 million sq ft of space at Airoli Knowledge Park. The transaction, registered on April 1, 2025, is valued at ₹10.42 crore in monthly rent and involves three buildings owned by Gigaplex Estate Pvt Ltd, a Mindspace REIT entity.

According to property registration documents accessed by CRE Matrix, the lease spans both 20-year and 40-year terms, with a 15-year lock-in. It also includes a rent escalation clause—4% annually for the first 15 years and 5% thereafter. Additionally, PDG has secured 81 car parking spaces as part of the agreement.

The leased space, totaling one million sq ft, is distributed across three separate agreements. Princeton Digital has leased 3.15 lakh sq ft at a monthly rent of ₹3.10 crore, 2.52 lakh sq ft for ₹2.48 crore per month, and 4.91 lakh sq ft at ₹4.83 crore per month.

This deal marks a pivotal step in PDG’s expansion in India. Mindspace REIT had earlier announced, on September 25, 2024, a strategic partnership with PDG to develop its flagship and largest data centre campus in the country at Mindspace Airoli West.

As per the agreement, Mindspace will construct three built-to-suit data centres for PDG, adding to the two already developed, which span 0.63 million sq ft. Once complete, the campus will include five buildings and a total footprint of 1.65 million sq ft, making it one of the largest data centre developments in India. The facilities will form part of a 15-acre development within Mindspace Airoli West’s expansive 50-acre business ecosystem.

This agreement highlights the increasing significance in the digital infrastructure landscape in addition to the growing need for hyperscale data centers in India.

Recent Transactions

Commercial transactions for setting up data centers are rapidly increasing in India, especially near Mumbai. The region’s strategic connectivity and robust infrastructure make it a preferred destination for hyperscale and colocation data center investments.

In a recent transaction, Equinix India Pvt Ltd, a US-based data center company, paid ₹155 crore for 5,597 sq m of land in the Chandivali neighborhood of Mumbai. The company intends to establish a new data centre, marking its third such facility in Mumbai. 

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TCG Real Estate Successfully Secures Significant Funding of ₹714 Crore from SBI for Its World Trade Center Project

Sbi funded world trade center

In a significant real estate development in Gurugram, TCG Real Estate, a leading industry player, has secured funding of a whopping ₹714 crore from the State Bank of India for its ambitious World Trade Centre project. This is an important milestone that the project has achieved and is surely reflective of the trust that the financial institution, SBI has in TCG’s competence and potential. 

According to the documents accessed by CRE Matrix, Energetic Construction Pvt. Ltd, a subsidiary of TCG Urban Infrastructure Holding Pvt Ltd, is behind the project. The Gurugram Project is set to be an eye-opener to the region’s commercial arena. The project’s leasable space is approximately 1 mn sq ft. This suggests that the project is poised to revolutionize the commercial landscape in Gurugram, particularly in the realms of office spaces and retail.

Furthermore, the documents reveal that the deal had detailed dynamics around the funding. It was funded via a 72-month loan at an annual interest rate of 9.6 percent. Energetic Construction Private Limited negotiated an amicable funding provision with SBI to meet its capital needs. The deed of hypothecation was registered on March 28, 2024. This was executed between Energetic Construction Private Limited in favor of SBICAP Trustee Company.

The scale and scope of the project are impressive, with four towers set to be constructed over an area of 7.94 acres. Two office towers covering over 9.4 lakhs square feet, and two retail towers covering an area of 72,407 square feet, highlight the project’s magnificence. Located advantageously off NH8 on Sohna Road, the project has excellent accessibility and visibility, attracting interested tenants and investors. The estimated project expenditure amounts to ₹ 1211.86 crore out of which ₹ the promoter has invested ₹ 497 crore. The funding secured from SBI represents a significant portion of the financial requirements and is indicative of the faith the bank has in the project’s potential and TCG’s history of completing profitable real estate projects.

In October 2027, commercial operations are anticipated to begin. According to the documents, the project’s building phase will take 48 months and there will be an additional 12 months of grace period. A penalty interest of 2% will be charged per annum on delayed payments that exceed 60 days from their due date. If the delay extends beyond 60 days, a higher penal interest rate of 5% will be applied to the outstanding amount for the duration of the delay, as specified in the loan documents.

TCG’s long-term vision for the Gurugram undertaking aligns with the evolving dynamics of the real estate market, which increasingly favors combined-use developments integrating workplace and retail spaces. By leveraging its understanding and assets, TCG aims to create a vibrant environment that fosters collaboration, innovation, and an economic boom.

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4 steps to follow to score a great commercial real estate deal

Investing in commercial real estate can prove to be more beneficial when compared to residential properties. Commercial property owners enjoy the extra cash flow, the valuable economies of scale, the comparatively open playing field, the abundant market for good, reasonably-priced property managers, and the chance for a possibly larger payoff from commercial real estate.

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But how do you assess the best properties? And how do the great deals differ from the duds?

Understand What the Insiders Know

To be a participant in commercial real estate, learn to think like a professional. For instance, understand that commercial property is estimated differently when compared to residential property. Income generated on commercial real estate is directly linked to its usable square footage. That’s not the case when it comes to individual houses. When it comes to real estate investment, commercial properties offer a bigger cash flow. Moreover, commercial property leases are longer when compared to single-family residences. This generally paves the way for larger cash flow.

Learn to Detect a Good Deal 

The leading real estate experts recognize a great deal when they see one. How do they do that? First, they come up with an exit strategy. The finest deals are the ones you know you can move away from. It helps to have the eye of the landowner – always be on the lookout for damage that needs repairs, understand how to evaluate risk and make sure you get the calculator out to guarantee that the property meets your financial objectives.

Chart a plan of Action 

One of the primary parameters of real estate investment of commercial properties is to ask yourself how much can you afford to pay and then shop around for mortgages to get an idea of how much you will pay over the life of the mortgage. Using tools such as mortgage calculators can assist you in coming up with great estimates of the sum cost of your home.

Seek Motivated Sellers

Just like any business, customers are majorly responsible for the growth of real estate. Your job is to seek them, specifically those, who are ready and willing to sell below the market value. The fact is nothing happens until you get a deal, which is generally accompanied by a motivated seller. This is someone with a strong reason to sell below the market value. If your seller isn’t motivated enough, they won’t be ready to negotiate.

Use a Three-Pronged Method to Asses Properties 

You need to be adaptable when looking for good deals for real estate investment. Scour on the internet, read the classified ads, and hire experts to seek the best properties. Agents can assist you in seeking lucrative real estate investment in exchange for a referral fee.In a nutshell, these are some of the steps to follow to score a great real estate investment. Head over to CRE Matrix to look for great deals in the commercial real estate sector in India.

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How to Avoid Signing a Bad Commercial Deal?

When you sign a commercial lease, it is a big step for your business. It is a new opportunity that can help drive your company to a new level. If the process goes well, you’ll have commercial space that saves your capital, accommodates your growth, matches your brands, and much more. However, if you sign a bad commercial lease, you could end up shelling more than required; acquire a bad space, or both for many years.

Commercial Buildings

Fortunately, the mistakes that result in bad commercial real estate decisions can be easy to avert, though. If you follow the below-mentioned steps, you can shield your business and set yourself to sign a great commercial property for lease.

Before you even begin to think about zeroing in on a specific building or a particular commercial space, you need to take a step back and conduct thorough research. You need to find out:

  • What do you require?
  • What you are willing to spend?
  • Where do you wish to be?
  • Where do you see your business progressing?

To do this, you will need to take a look at what you’re already doing in your current offices or other commercial spaces. Then, gather all the stakeholders together to comprehend their present as well as future requirements. Once you have completed your research, you will be ready to proceed to the subsequent part of the process.

Here are a couple of things to keep in mind to avoid signing a bad commercial lease:

Thoroughly Go Through the Details of Your Lease:

It’s extremely important to read the details of your commercial lease agreement prior to signing it. It is standard advice but is regularly ignored. Before you zero in on any commercial property for lease, it is vital to read your lease thoroughly as leases are complicated lease documents that can impact economics if a single word is misinterpreted.

Evaluate All Expenses

Signing a commercial property for lease shows you a whole array of different expenditures. Your rent and any proposed raise over the life of your lease are most probably significant, but they are the only expenses you will be paying. Pay close attention to the operating expenses of the building and how you will be accountable for them. If you can, try to get a gist of how the building is managed. If repair and maintenance expenses are less, it could signify greater expenses in the future as deferred maintenance causes more than regular repair bills.

Pay Close Attention to the End of the Lease Tenure 

Before you select the commercial property for lease, you need to keep certain parameters in mind. One of them is the end of your lease. The ending of the commercial lease is as significant as the beginning. When your lease expires, you will either wish to leave the office space or continue with it. It’s much easier to prepare for both possible outcomes at the start as opposed to start planning when the end is right around the corner. The key to continuing in the same space is to have renewal options drafted into your initial commercial lease agreement.

In a nutshell, the above-mentioned are some of the factors that you need to take into account before you get a commercial property for lease. In this way, you will be able to avoid signing a bad commercial lease that will prove to be disadvantageous for you.

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What are the Difficulties Faced while Obtaining a Commercial Lease?

The commercial real estate sector in India has developed and grown by leaps and bounds, particularly after the pandemic. Just like any other industry, the real estate sector was also impacted by Covid-19. But the sector slowly but surely bounced back. This has led to many more commercial properties that are taken on lease.

What is a Commercial Lease?

A commercial lease is referred to as a contract between two parties in which one party (the landlord) permits another party (the tenant) to exclusively use the plot or building or office space for a specific duration (the term) in exchange for rent or a premium.

If the lease is not properly handled, then it will result in years of disagreements, lawsuits, and extravagant expenses. When you take the viewpoint of the landlord, if the lease is not properly drafted, it can lead to a number of issues.

This is why you need to be careful before taking a commercial property for lease. Here are a couple of areas that you need to pay attention to while obtaining the commercial lease:

Space:

Prior to taking a commercial property for lease, it is vital to find out how much room is included in the rental. It is also important to clarify whether your rental expenditure was computed using rental square footage or available square footage. Since common areas including toilers, hallways, elevators and lobbies are not part of the usable square footage, it is usually less than the rental square footage.

Lease: 

The period of a commercial lease is generally referred to as its ‘term’. It dictates the beginning and end dates of the lease contract, as well as whether or not there are specific renewal options. When it comes to longer lease terms, landlords are generally more flexible in negotiating leases but it is vital to keep the company’s requirements in mind as a longer lease generally means less flexibility in adapting to change as the company grows.

Termination 

If you’re taking a commercial property on lease, you need to be aware of all the procedures that come with terminating a commercial lease early as well as the conditions for ending a lease before the automatic renewal takes place. If the lease does not state a right to cancel, do consider securing a right to end the lease early in exchange for the payment of a fixed sum of liquidated damages to the landlord as a means to get out of the contract.

Security

When you take a commercial property on lease, you need to make sure that it’s obvious what can be subtracted from the security deposit and what can’t. Although laws prevent specific acts involving security deposits, you need to ensure that the commercial lease lays out the expectations and conditions for its return.

In a nutshell, these are some of the factors that you need to pay attention to before taking a commercial property on lease.

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A Comprehensive Guide on Investing in Commercial Real Estate

An individual needs to undertake a massive amount of financial commitment brimming with uncertainty to clear the path for investing in CRE. Therefore, investing in commercial real estate must be made only after carefully considering all the risks involved. Commercial real estate investments are more complex when compared to residential investments because the taxes, regulations and taxes that are generally imposed on commercial real estate property are considerably more rigid when compared to residential properties.

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What is Commercial Real Estate?

Properties that are generally used for economic or business activities are generally referred to as ‘commercial real estate’. CRE is extremely diverse and extensive, comprising everything from a single store to spacious multi-level shopping malls.

Hotels, hospitals, shopping centres, dining establishments, and office buildings are all examples that would come under commercial real estate.

To learn more about commercial real estate, you have to consider the following points:

  • Investors can make use of REITs (Public Traded Real Estate Investments Trusts) as a means to make indirect investments in commercial properties
  • Commercial property investment requires a bigger financial outlay as compared to purchasing a house. There is a stronger potential for gain as well as a bigger potential for loss in this industry.
  • Prospective rental income and capital appreciation are lucrative features of investing in commercial real estate.

As the name suggests, commercial real estate is the kind of property that is put to economic use.

How to Manage a Commercial Property?

Commercial real estate with tenants needs ongoing management on behalf of the property owner’s part. Thereby, a commercial property management firm can prove to be beneficial for property owners who require help with acquisition and retention, lease & financial administration, and marketing and upkeep planning. Managing office buildings, industrial complexes, and retail properties is a challenging balancing act that involves an abundance of information, transactional details, and results, thereby making the skillset of a commercial real estate management business priceless.

How to Make Money with Commercial Investment?

One way to guard your portfolio from the ups and downs of the stock market is to buy commercial real estate. By investing in commercial real estate, you can profit from the sale of their properties and the rents they gather from tenants.

Commercial buildings, like stores, have bigger returns on investment. Thereby, investors may wish to explore buying them (ROI). Ownership of the shop also lets the investor establish their own business, if not instantly, then at some point in the future.

Advantages of Investing in Commercial Real Estate

Here are a couple of advantages to investing in commercial real estate:

Security: Income generated from investing in commercial real estate is generally rather high. Relatively, residential rental yields are only approximately 1-2% of the property value of roughly about a third of the income CRE properties offer (9-12%).

Uniformity: Having a foolproof business plan increases the chances that CRE renters will pay on time.

Beneficial for Longer Tenure Commitments: Leasing a commercial property generally has a longer term, usually from one to two decades. Those who are investing in commercial real estate may rest assured that their income will be dependable and consistent thanks to it.

Relative Cost of Purchase: As opposed to residential residences, the long-term returns when investing in commercial real estate are far bigger. Additionally, investing in pricey real estate via financial ownership or REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts) can yield strong returns on modest outlays of capital.

In a nutshell, investing in commercial real estate can prove to be hugely beneficial in India. If you wish to see additional insights on real estate and where to invest, then head over to CRE Matrix.