The Digital Divide: Impact on Bangalore’s Real Estate Market

Abstract

The rapid digitization of the Indian economy has introduced a paradoxical shift in the real estate sector: while technology enhances transparency and efficiency for some, it deepens the ‘Digital Divide’ for others. This article examines the structural impact of digital inequality on property valuation, market liquidity, and urban development in India. With a specific focus on Bangalore, the study highlights how the city’s dual identity as a global tech hub and a traditional urban centre creates a fragmented market. It argues that digital infrastructure, such as high-speed connectivity and access to PropTech platforms, has become a primary determinant of asset value, effectively creating a ‘connectivity premium’ that risks marginalizing neighbourhoods and stakeholders lacking digital integration.