By Sattva Group – Residential Projects in Bangalore East
Whitefield, located in East Bangalore, is one of the city's most prominent real estate and tech hubs. Originally a quaint settlement, Whitefield has rapidly transformed into a major residential and commercial zone, thanks to the boom of IT parks, excellent infrastructure, and high livability.
Whitefield was established in the late 1800s as a settlement for the Anglo-Indian community. It remained a quiet suburb until the late 1990s, when the IT boom in Bangalore transformed the area into a major commercial and residential hub. The development of the International Tech Park (ITPL) was a key milestone.
Whitefield has seen significant infrastructure growth including wide roads, flyovers, metro connectivity (Purple Line), and enhanced public amenities. IT parks, shopping malls, hospitals, and schools are in abundance, making it a self-sustained locality.
Whitefield is well-connected to key parts of Bangalore via the Whitefield Main Road, Old Airport Road, and Outer Ring Road. The Purple Line Metro extension and Whitefield Railway Station further boost accessibility. BMTC and private buses ensure strong public transport links.
Whitefield is home to several IT parks like ITPL, GR Tech Park, EPIP Zone, and Bagmane Tech Park. Companies like TCS, IBM, SAP, Oracle, and Accenture have a significant presence here, driving job creation and housing demand.
The locality features a mix of premium apartments, gated communities, villas, and plotted developments. Developers like Sattva, Prestige, Brigade, Sobha, and Godrej have ongoing and completed projects here. Its social infrastructure makes it ideal for families and professionals.
Property prices in Whitefield have appreciated consistently. Upcoming developments, such as metro expansion, Peripheral Ring Road, and tech parks, further enhance its investment appeal. It offers good rental yields and ROI.
Prominent schools and colleges include Vydehi School of Excellence, Deens Academy, Delhi Public School, Ryan International, and Gopalan International School.
Leading hospitals like Columbia Asia, Manipal Hospital, Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences, and Cloudnine provide quality medical care in the area.
Phoenix Marketcity, VR Bengaluru, Inorbit Mall, Forum Shantiniketan, and Nexus Whitefield offer shopping, dining, and entertainment options for residents.