Century Real Estate has raised ₹1,850 crore through structured debt funding in a round led by global investors Ares Asia and SC Lowy. This marks one of the largest private debt deals secured by a regional real estate developer in recent quarters.
The capital infusion will allow the Bengaluru-based developer to activate projects with a combined Gross Development Value (GDV) of ₹14,000 crore over the next five years.
Ares Asia has committed ₹1,600 crore across two tranches, while SC Lowy contributed ₹250 crore. The company stated that it will use the funds to scale up residential and Grade A commercial developments across Bengaluru’s high-demand micro-markets.
“With Bengaluru’s real estate market witnessing unprecedented demand for both residential and Grade A commercial spaces, this capital infusion empowers us to accelerate our expansion, deliver world-class developments, and reinforce our leadership in the industry. Balancing both residential and commercial growth, we are committed to meeting the high demand for premium living and business spaces. Our strong FY25 performance has set the foundation for an ambitious year ahead, and we remain dedicated to shaping Bengaluru’s skyline with innovative, high-quality spaces,” said Ravindra Pai, Managing Director, Century Real Estate.
Century Real Estate has sustained a strong growth trajectory, recording over 2x year-on-year growth, driven by the surging demand for branded residential spaces in Bengaluru. In H1FY25 alone, the developer reported pre-sales of ₹1,024 crore, reflecting a 121% increase in residential bookings compared to FY24.
This latest fundraising highlights the renewed investor confidence in India’s real estate sector, particularly in core urban markets like Bengaluru, where demand for lifestyle-centric housing and institutional-grade office spaces continues to outstrip supply.
Bengaluru is rapidly emerging as a key player in India’s luxury real estate market, with Knight Frank’s Wealth Report 2025 noting that investors can acquire significantly more square footage for $1 million in Bengaluru compared to Mumbai and Delhi. This cost advantage, combined with the city’s rising status as a destination for Global Capability Centers (GCCs)—including major firms like Google — is further reinforcing Bengaluru’s reputation as a business and innovation hub.
Century Real Estate boasts a land bank exceeding 3,000 acres and a development portfolio of over 20 million sq. ft. This includes a diverse mix of premium residential and commercial assets, such as hotels, office spaces, luxury residences, educational institutions, and integrated townships.
