Srisailam Highway, Hyderabad: An ideal location for long-term investment

After a prolonged slump due to the global recession followed by political turmoil, Hyderabad's realty market is once again set for an upswing. Hyderabad, with its buoyant and thriving economy and a dynamic workforce, is once again a favourable buyer's market. The thriving IT/ITeS industry has given impetus to consumer trends, which is evident from the growing demand for residential, commercial and retail spaces in Hyderabad.

When compared to the other metros, housing in Hyderabad is relatively affordable. Property prices here are almost 60 per cent of those of Bengaluru and Chennai. Due to political uncertainty, land prices in Hyderabad have remained stable. However, with political stability and creation of a new state of Telangana, Hyderabad can now expect large investments in its property market in the near future.

Srisailam Highway, located in the southern part of Hyderabad, is bustling with real estate activity. New projects around this road are expected to firm up further in about a year.

Srisailam Highway benefits from its close proximity to the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. The area houses several developing regions such as Barkas, Venkatapuram and Tukkuguda. Being situated close to the TCS special economic zone (SEZ) at Adibatla, Srisailam Highway has a superb advantage. The TCS SEZ has become a prominent destination for Hyderabad's thriving software industry, has a significant impact on the real estate profile of the region and has helped boost demand for residential apartments in the region.

On the social infrastructure front, Srisailam Highway is well supplied with entertainment avenues, and the general and physical infrastructure of the region is adequate. ZAK International School of Excellence, VIP's International School, Huda High School, Al-Qurmoshi Institute of Business Management and Pragati School of Nursing are a few renowned educational institutions dotting this highway. The presence of healthcare facilities such as Life Line Hospital, Al Madina General Hospital and Composite Hospital also add to the value of this well-defined residential catchment.

With a number of SEZs planned along Srisailam Highway, the locality is developing at a very fast pace. Already, many developers have launched a wide spectrum of quality projects catering primarily to the middle-income segment. The area is witnessing a strong real estate activity, and there is appreciable demand in store in the years to come.

Srisailam Highway is a perfect destination for long-term investment, and is perfect for those who are looking to invest in plot or built-up property at relatively affordable price points.

The writer is managing director, JLL India