Gurugram: Once considered a quiet outskirt on Gurugram’s southern edge, Sohna is fast emerging as a major real estate growth corridor. With a series of connectivity projects nearing completion, including the Dwarka Expressway link, the Delhi–Mumbai Expressway spur, the Sohna Elevated Road and future Metro Connectivity property experts say the region could soon deliver returns of 80–100% for early investors.
Over the past five years, Sohna’s image has transformed from a distant town into a planned extension of Gurugram, backed by both public infrastructure and private real estate investments. Developers are betting big on the area’s potential, and affordable ticket sizes are attracting both first-time homebuyers and small investors.
Connectivity changes everything
The biggest catalyst driving Sohna’s real estate story is connectivity. The Sohna Elevated Road, inaugurated last year, has reduced travel time from Subhash Chowk to Sohna to just 20 minutes, making daily commutes far easier.
In addition, the Dwarka Expressway Expressway is providing directly link Sohna to Delhi and the IGI Airport through a network of bypasses and interchanges.
“The expressway network around Sohna has completely changed investor sentiment,” said Anuj Puri, Chairman, Anarock Group. “Properties that were once priced around Rs 4,000–4,500 per sq. ft. are now inching towards Rs 7,000 per sq. ft. as connectivity improves. With the Delhi–Mumbai Expressway extension and the planned metro link, we expect another strong appreciation cycle in the next three years.”
These infrastructure upgrades have not only enhanced access but also boosted developer confidence. Several reputed builders—including Central Park, Raheja, Signature Global, Godrej, and Eldeco—have launched mid- to premium-segment housing projects, indicating a clear shift in the market profile.
From outskirts to opportunity zone
Until a few years ago, Sohna was viewed as a peripheral pocket known mainly for its hot springs and proximity to the Aravallis. That perception is rapidly changing. With the Gurugram–Sohna Master Plan 2031 envisioning multiple residential and commercial sectors, the region is being repositioned as “South Gurugram”—a self-sufficient urban cluster with educational institutions, IT parks, and healthcare facilities.
Real estate consultant Pankaj Kapoor, MD, Liases Foras, notes that Sohna is now witnessing the same growth curve that Golf Course Extension Road experienced a decade ago.
“In 2012–13, Golf Course Extension was seen as far-off and underdeveloped, but today it’s one of the most premium addresses in NCR. Sohna is following that trajectory—only faster—because infrastructure is coming first, and real estate is following,” he said.
Affordability attracts small investors
One of Sohna’s biggest strengths is its affordable entry price. With plots and apartments starting at Rs 45–60 lakh, the micro-market allows mid-income buyers to invest in a region with visible development.
For instance, a 2BHK flat in Sector 36 or 37 can be purchased at around Rs 6,000 per sq. ft., while projects closer to Sohna Road command Rs 7,000–8,000 per sq. ft.. Industry analysts believe that as road connectivity matures and metro expansion reaches this belt, these rates could double to Rs 10,000–12,000 per sq. ft. within the next five years.
Real estate broker Rajeev Bansal, who has been active in the Sohna market for a decade, explained:
“Buyers who entered in 2019 with Rs 50 lakh are already seeing 30–40% appreciation. Once the full stretch of the expressway becomes functional and the commercial belt develops, Rs 50 lakh properties could easily touch Rs 1 crore in value.”
Developers shift focus southward
Several developers are now focusing their next phase of projects on Sohna. Signature Global, which recently went public, has multiple plotted and group-housing developments here, while Godrej Properties has acquired land parcels to build premium gated communities.
“South Gurugram offers a clean slate for organized development,” said Pradeep Aggarwal, Chairman, Signature Global (India) Ltd.
“Unlike older parts of Gurugram that grew unplanned, Sohna is evolving in sync with infrastructure. The combination of affordability, connectivity, and upcoming employment hubs makes it a sustainable market for the next decade.”
Moreover, the Delhi–Mumbai Industrial Corridor (DMIC) and Global City project in Gurugram’s Sector 36B are expected to create large employment zones just minutes from Sohna, further driving housing demand.
Risks and realities
Despite the optimism, experts caution that not every investment will double automatically. Buyers should look for RERA-registered projects, check developer track records, and ensure possession timelines are realistic.
Property consultant Rohit Gera warns that investors must avoid speculative buying.
“There’s genuine growth potential, but real appreciation comes with delivery of projects and job creation, not just announcements. Patience and due diligence are key,” he said.
Environmentalists have also raised concerns about unchecked construction near the Aravalli green zone, urging balanced development that maintains ecological sensitivity.
The road ahead
As Gurugram continues to expand southward, Sohna’s transformation from a peripheral zone to a mainstream real estate hub seems inevitable. With infrastructure nearly in place and affordable supply available, early investors stand to gain the most.
For a mid-income investor with Rs 50 lakh, Sohna today offers what Golf Course Extension once did—a first-mover advantage. If development continues at the current pace, property values in this corridor could double by 2028, making it one of NCR’s most promising real estate stories.
In the words of a senior housing consultant,
“Every metro city needs its next growth frontier. For Gurugram, that frontier is clearly Sohna.”