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Dubai Real Estate Market Review 23-Apr-2026

Dubai Real Estate Market Review 31-Mar-2026

Dubai’s property transactions rebound 49% week on week Despite regional tensions, Dubai’s property transactions rebound 49% Dubai real estate rebounded sharply after Eid, with ex-land transactions rising 49% week-on-week to Dhs8.66bn. Off-plan dominated at 77.8%, driven by apartments, while ready sales reached Dhs1.92bn. Business Bay led the resale market, underscoring resilient demand and continued investor preference for primary launches. Article by The Real Estate Reports. Read the full article on Gulf Business Local money powers deals in Abu Dhabi property market Abu Dhabi’s population is less transient than Dubai’s and real estate promoters hope this will insulate its property market from the effects of the Iran war, despite lower sales numbers this month both by number and value. Read the full article on Arabian Gulf Business Insight Dubai Real Estate News: Understanding the UAE Property Market in 2026 Dubai remains a top real estate investment destination, supported by tax advantages, strong rental yields, population growth, infrastructure spending, and residency incentives like the Golden Visa. Demand is rising across luxury, waterfront, and off-plan properties, reinforcing long-term growth prospects. Read the full article on OpenPR Alta Real Estate Confirms Construction Continues As Dubai Demand Stays Strong Alta says construction is progressing across its Dubai projects, citing confidence in the emirate’s long-term growth. The developer points to resilient market activity, strong 2025 transaction volumes, population growth, infrastructure investment, and Dubai’s long-term planning as key supports for continued demand and development momentum. Read the full article on Construction Business News Dubai South awards Dh2 billion contracts for residential project Dubai South awarded a Dh2bn contract for multiple phases of its 10m sq ft HAYAT community near Al Maktoum Airport. The 2,500-home, wellness-focused development will include villas, apartments and retail amenities, with construction starting in Q2 2026 and first phases due by 2028. Read the full article on Gulf News UAE’s real estate sector strengthens global status with record demand, project launches in March 2026 The UAE property market maintained strong momentum in March 2026, driven by record demand, investor confidence, and rapid launches. Abu Dhabi posted AED6bn in Yas Island sales, Dubai hit AED10bn in 10 days, and Sharjah’s Ramadan transactions rose 72% to AED4.6bn. Read the full article on Economy Middle East Dubai Investments Park: Powering Dubai’s southern corridor Dubai Investments Park is emerging as a core pillar of Dubai’s southward expansion. With near-full occupancy, Dh42bn in tenant investment, 150,000 residents and a long-term infrastructure-led model, DIP is well positioned to support industrial, logistics and residential growth as the southern corridor accelerates. Read the full article on Gulf News Azizi signs up Doka as formwork partner for prime Dubai project Azizi appointed Austria’s Doka as formwork and scaffolding partner for Rêve Riviera in MBR City. Doka will support construction of the three 26-storey towers, helping manage tight site conditions and fast delivery timelines as Azizi advances its broader pipeline of 150,000 units under construction. Read the full article on Zawya UAE’s top developers say liquidity is sufficient to complete projects UAE developers say projects remain fully funded and on schedule despite regional tensions. Omniyat highlighted over Dh5.3bn in liquidity, while Damac, Deyaar and H&H also reported steady construction progress, underscoring confidence in Dubai’s resilient property market and strong investor demand. Read the full article on Khaleej Times Dubai Real Estate Transactions as Reported on the 30th of March 2026 On the 30-Mar-2026, the total transacted value reached AED 1,403,386,113. Off-plan dominated with AED 857,614,638 (61.1%), while Ready accounted for AED 545,771,475 (38.9%). Category Off-Plan (AED millions) Ready (AED millions) Flats 707.1 388.6 Villas 100.8 94.8 Hotel Apt. & Rooms 1.0 6.7 Commercial 48.7 55.7 Total 857.6 545.8 Off-Plan Market Performance Total Value: AED 857,614,638 Off-plan activity remained the main driver of the market, with apartment sales overwhelmingly leading the segment and reinforcing continued end-user and investor appetite for launch-driven stock. Ready Market Performance Total Value: AED 545,771,475 The ready market delivered a solid contribution, led by flats but with a more balanced mix than off-plan, as villas and commercial assets captured a meaningful share of completed-property demand. On The Micro Level Market Insights & Outlook Dubai’s market on 30 March 2026 remained clearly tilted toward off-plan, which captured just over three-fifths of total value. The dominance of off-plan flats signals that developers continue to attract liquidity efficiently, while the healthy ready-market share suggests underlying depth in completed communities. Together, this indicates demand remains active across both speculative growth-oriented buying and more immediate-use acquisitions. Data Source: Dubai Land Department *Only freehold transactions were used

April 23, 2026
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Dubai Real Estate Weekly Market Analysis 20-Apr-2026

Dubai Real Estate Weekly Market Analysis 30-Mar-2026

Full-Week Rebound After Holiday Total trading reached AED 8.66B in Week 13, compared to AED 5.82B last week, marking a strong 48.7% rebound. The comparison should be viewed in context, however, as Week 12 was shortened by the Eid Al Fitr holiday, while Week 13 reflects a full working week. Off plan continued to dominate market activity, contributing AED 6.74B (77.8%), while ready transactions accounted for AED 1.92B (22.2%). Category Off-Plan (AED millions) Ready (AED millions) Flat 5,461.6 1,291.9 Villa 763.2 518.4 Hotel Apt. & Rooms 20.9 56.6 Commercials 494.8 51.9 Total 6,740.5 1,918.9 Off-Plan Market Performance Total Value: AED 6.74B Share of Weekly Total: 77.8% Sub-Category Value (AED millions) % of Off-Plan Flat 5,461.6 81.0% Villa 763.2 11.3% Hotel Apt. & Rooms 20.9 0.3% Commercials 494.8 7.3% Off plan remained the clear engine of the market, with flats making up 81.0% of the segment’s value. Villas contributed 11.3%, while commercial assets represented 7.3%, showing that the week’s momentum was still largely driven by apartment-led launches and broad investor demand across major master-planned communities. Top Performing Off-Plan Areas Area Value (AED millions) Jumeirah Second 591.4 Al Yelayiss 1 566.1 Madinat Al Mataar 555.4 Business Bay 401.6 Dubai Islands 370.3 The top 10 off-plan areas generated AED 3.61B, equivalent to 53.5% of total off-plan value, underlining how concentrated activity was in a handful of launch-heavy districts. Jumeirah Second led the market with AED 591.4M, followed closely by Al Yelayiss 1 and Madinat Al Mataar, confirming that high-value master developments continued to attract the bulk of capital. Ready Market Performance Total Value: AED 1.92B Share of Weekly Total: 22.2% Sub-Category Value (AED millions) % of Ready Flat 1,291.9 67.3% Villa 518.4 27.0% Hotel Apt. & Rooms 56.6 2.9% Commercials 51.9 2.7% The ready market remained meaningfully smaller than off-plan but still showed healthy depth. Flats accounted for 67.3% of ready value, with villas contributing 27.0%, which means the resale market was also overwhelmingly residential in nature. Hotel apartments and commercial assets played only a minor role in the overall weekly mix. Top Performing Ready Areas Area Value (AED millions) Business Bay 187.8 Jumeirah Village Circle 150.6 Burj Khalifa 126.6 Dubai Marina 87.9 Dubai Creek Harbour 85.0 The top 10 ready areas recorded AED 948.3M, or 49.4% of the ready segment. Business Bay led the way with AED 187.8M, followed by Jumeirah Village Circle and Burj Khalifa, showing that secondary market demand remained concentrated in established, liquid urban locations. On the Micro Level Transaction Type Off-Plan (AED millions) Ready (AED millions) Gifts 60.0 128.2 Mortgage 84.8 734.8 Sales 6,595.6 1,055.9 Off-plan was almost entirely sales-led, with sales contributing 97.9% of total off-plan value. Mortgages represented only 1.3%, while gifts accounted for 0.9%. This is consistent with the nature of the off-plan market, where buyers typically enter through direct developer sales rather than financed resales. The ready market presented a very different profile. Sales made up 55.0% of ready value, while mortgages accounted for a significant 38.3%, and gifts represented 6.7%. This highlights how much more financing-dependent and transfer-driven the secondary market remains compared with the off-plan segment. Across the total ex-land market, sales dominated at 88.4%, followed by mortgages at 9.5% and gifts at 2.2%. The highest-value transactions of the week also reinforced where pricing strength was concentrated: The AED 356.2M off-plan flat deal in Jumeirah Second was especially notable, equivalent to roughly 4.1% of the entire week’s ex-land trading value on its own. Weekly Comparison Metric Last Week This Week Change Total Value AED 5.82B AED 8.66B +48.7% Total Number of Transactions 2,520 4097 +62.5% Market Insights & Outlook Week 13 showed a strong recovery in transaction value, but the gain needs to be interpreted carefully because the prior week was shortened by Eid. Even so, the scale of the rebound is significant. A full working week immediately pushed trading back toward a much stronger range, with off-plan once again carrying the market through large apartment-led transactions in key districts such as Jumeirah Second, Al Yelayiss 1, and Madinat Al Mataar. The structure of activity also remains telling. Off-plan continues to dominate total value, and does so with an overwhelmingly sales-driven profile, which points to sustained appetite for new launches and developer inventory. Meanwhile, the ready segment remains more financing-heavy and centered on mature, liquid neighborhoods such as Business Bay, JVC, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Marina. Overall, Week 13 suggests that last week’s softer headline was more a function of a holiday-compressed trading window than any material weakening in underlying demand. The return to a full week quickly restored momentum, with the market once again showing a familiar pattern: off-plan driving the headline numbers, and ready transactions providing depth through mortgage-backed resale activity. Data Source: Dubai Land Department Only freehold transactions are included

April 23, 2026
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Dubai Real Estate Market Review 22-Apr-2026

Dubai Real Estate Market Review 27-Mar-2026

Dubai Municipality issued 10,776 building permits in Q1, up 12% year-on-year UAE developers rush to reassure investors wary of Iran war risk UAE developers are rushing to reassure investors as war-driven regional tensions hit sentiment, pushing some bonds into distressed territory. Despite buyer caution and downgrade risks, firms including Binghatti, Omniyat, Sobha and Arada say liquidity remains strong and stress tests show they can withstand a downturn. Read the full article on Business Times OMNIYAT reports $11.7bn Dubai development portfolio fully funded as sales remain resilient Dubai-based developer OMNIYAT has reported a strong liquidity position of more than AED 5.3bn ($1.4bn) and confirmed its $ 11.7bn development portfolio is fully funded, as it continues to perform in line with management expectations despite regional uncertainty. Read the full article on Arabian Business Dubai Realty Hits New Peak: AED356.2 Million Off-Plan Apartment Sale Recorded Dubai set a new record with a AED356.2 million off-plan apartment sale at Aman Residences in Jumeirah Second, highlighting strong demand for ultra-luxury branded homes. The deal reinforces Dubai’s appeal to global wealth, while total daily property transactions reached AED3.6 billion across 800 deals. Read the full article on Emirates 24/7 Dubai real estate: AMWAJ breaks ground on Gate 11 in Meydan AMWAJ Development has broken ground on Gate 11 in Meydan’s MBR District 11, with 85% of units sold and delivery due in Q1 2028. The project highlights strong demand for design-led luxury housing, backed by disciplined execution, smart-home features, and a broad lifestyle amenity offering. Read the full article on Construction Week Online Dubai sees strong construction growth in Q1 2026 amid sustained investor confidence Dubai Municipality issued 10,776 building permits in Q1, up 12% year-on-year, with permitted built-up area surging 48% to nearly 3.9 million square metres. The figures point to strong construction momentum, faster project delivery, and sustained investor confidence, supported by digital permitting and tight regulatory oversight. Read the full article on Economy Middle East Dubai luxury property market hits $2.97bn in March as sales rise 42% despite geopolitical tensions Dubai’s luxury market generated AED10.92 billion in developer sales in March, with deal volume up 42% year-on-year despite regional tensions and Ramadan. Strong activity in off-plan and ultra-prime segments suggests resilient, long-term investor confidence and reinforces Dubai’s status as a global luxury property destination. Read the full article on Arabian Business DPS Opens in Dubai: Middle East’s first-ever permanent real estate exhibition centre Dubai Property Show has launched as the city’s first permanent real estate exhibition, offering year-round access to over 30 developers and 400+ projects. Open daily in Al Barsha 2, it aims to improve transparency, accessibility, and lead generation for brokers, buyers, investors, and developers. Read the full article on Gulf News Dubai property market unlikely to see ‘2008-style’ crash, says S&P S&P expects Dubai property activity to slow and residential prices to soften amid regional conflict, but not collapse like 2008. Strong presales, large revenue backlogs, healthy liquidity, and continued transaction activity suggest developers remain well positioned to withstand a short-term shock. Read the full article on Khaleej Times Sobha Realty’s 985-unit Dubai luxury tower set for handover Sobha Realty has secured the Building Completion Certificate for Sobha Crest Grande in Sobha Hartland, with handovers due shortly. The milestone highlights on-time delivery, execution discipline, and growing confidence in Dubai’s resilient luxury residential market. Read the full article on Zawya Dubai Real Estate Transactions as Reported on the 26th of March 2026 On the 26-Mar-2026, the total transacted value reached AED 1,943,300,448. Off-plan dominated with AED 1,468,889,358 (75.6%), while Ready accounted for AED 474,411,089 (24.4%). Category Off-Plan (AED millions) Ready (AED millions) Flats 1,141.6 314.8 Villas 212.9 129.8 Hotel Apt. & Rooms 8.2 5.2 Commercial 106.2 24.6 Total 1,468.9 474.4 Off-Plan Market Performance Total Value: AED 1,468,889,358 Off-plan activity was overwhelmingly driven by flats, with villas contributing a solid secondary share, while commercial and hotel assets remained relatively modest. Ready Market Performance Total Value: AED 474,411,089 The ready segment also leaned heavily toward flats, though villas captured a stronger share here than in off-plan, pointing to healthy end-user and secondary-market demand for built stock. On The Micro Level Market Insights & Outlook The day’s performance showed a clear preference for off-plan product, which captured more than three-quarters of total value, reinforcing the market’s continued tilt toward new launches and future supply. At the same time, the ready segment remained meaningful, with villas taking a relatively larger share of ready sales than off-plan, suggesting buyers are still willing to pay for immediate occupancy and established locations. Data Source: Dubai Land Department *Only freehold transactions were used

April 23, 2026
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Dubai Real Estate Market Review 24-Apr-2026

Dubai Real Estate Weekly Market Analysis 23-Mar-2026

AED 5.82 billion in trading value in 3 days Total trading reached AED 5.82 billion across 2,520 transactions in Week 12. That was down from AED 8.26 billion and 4,327 transactions last week, but the softer headline needs to be read in context: this was an Eid Al Fitr-shortened week with only three working days. Off-Plan contributed AED 3.99 billion (68.6%), while Ready accounted for AED 1.83 billion (31.4%). Category Off-Plan (AED millions) Ready (AED millions) Flat 2,931.1 1,217.8 Villa 492.3 412.4 Hotel Apt. & Rooms 41.5 61.2 Commercials 529.5 137.4 Total 3,994.4 1,828.8 Off-Plan Market Performance Category Value (AED millions) % of Off-Plan Flat 2,931.1 73.4% Villa 492.3 12.3% Hotel Apt. & Rooms 41.5 1.0% Commercials 529.5 13.3% Off-plan remained the engine of the market, with flats dominating at 73.4% of off-plan value, while commercials made a notable contribution at 13.3%, a relatively strong showing for the segment. Villas accounted for 12.3%, with hotel apartments and rooms contributing a smaller 1.0%. From a transaction-type perspective, off-plan activity was overwhelmingly sales-led, with sales contributing 99.7% of off-plan value, while gifts represented 0.3% and mortgages just 0.1%. Top Performing Off-Plan Areas The top 10 off-plan areas generated AED 2.22 billion, equal to 55.5% of total off-plan value, led by Al Yelayiss 1, Business Bay, and Zaabeel Second. Area Value (AED millions) Al Yelayiss 1 425.8 Business Bay 391.3 Zaabeel Second 318.5 Deira Islands 195.5 Madinat Dubai Almelaheya 168.6 Ready Market Performance Category Value (AED millions) % of Ready Flat 1,217.8 66.6% Villa 412.4 22.6% Hotel Apt. & Rooms 61.2 3.3% Commercials 137.4 7.5% The ready market was also led by flats, which made up 66.6% of ready value, followed by villas at 22.6%. Commercials contributed 7.5%, while hotel apartments and rooms accounted for 3.3%. Unlike off-plan, the ready segment showed a much heavier financing component: sales contributed 53.2% of ready value, while mortgages represented a substantial 43.6%, pointing to strong financed end-user and investor activity in completed stock. Gifts contributed 3.2%. Top Performing Ready Areas The top 10 ready areas generated AED 878.5 million, or 48.0% of total ready value, led by Dubai Marina, Business Bay, and Burj Khalifa. Area Value (AED millions) Dubai Marina 158.6 Business Bay 119.6 Burj Khalifa 111.0 Meydan One 89.0 Palm Jumeirah 79.8 On the Micro Level The week’s highest-ticket transactions showed strength at both the luxury and upper-mid ends of the market. On the off-plan side, the biggest flat deal was recorded in Jumeirah Second at AED 48.1 million, while the top villa transaction came from Keturah Reserve at AED 10.5 million. In the ready segment, the highest flat transaction was in Dubai Water Canal at AED 17.0 million, while the top villa deal was in Island 2 at AED 24.0 million. Below are sales by bedroom Weekly Comparison Metric Last Week This Week Change Total Volume AED8.26 billion 5.82 -29.5% Transactions 4,327 2,520 -41.8% Market Insights & Outlook At first glance, Week 12 looks like a clear step down from the previous week, but the calendar matters here. With only three working days because of the Eid Al Fitr holiday, the decline in headline volume and transaction count should not be read as a clean deterioration in underlying demand. The market still produced AED 5.82 billion in non-land trading, with off-plan retaining a commanding lead and continuing to absorb the majority of investor appetite. The underlying mix was also constructive. Across both segments, sales accounted for 85.1% of total weekly value, while mortgages made up 13.7% and gifts just 1.2%. That tells a useful story: off-plan stayed almost entirely transactional and sales-driven, while the ready market showed deeper mortgage participation, reflecting stronger financed activity in completed properties. Area leadership also remained concentrated in established and high-velocity zones, with Business Bay appearing in both the off-plan and ready top rankings, while luxury-ready districts such as Dubai Marina, Burj Khalifa, and Palm Jumeirah continued to attract large-ticket demand. Overall, this week reads less like a demand shock and more like a holiday-compressed trading window. Once a full working week resumes, the market will likely offer a better signal on whether momentum is merely paused or preparing to re-accelerate. Data Source: Dubai Land Department Only freehold transactions are included

April 22, 2026
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Dubai Real Estate Market Review 19-Mar-2026

Smart capital seizes opportunity amid Middle East market volatility Maser Group: Smart capital seizes opportunity amid Middle East market volatility Geopolitical tension may shake sentiment in the short term, but the article argues the UAE, especially Dubai, remains fundamentally strong. It presents volatility as temporary, highlights the country’s leadership, safety, and unity, and says long-term capital will return quickly, making this a moment of opportunity, not retreat. Read the full article on Gulf News Skyland Properties marks key milestone with groundbreaking ceremony of Ashwood Residences Skyland Properties has broken ground on Ashwood Residences in JVT, marking its Dubai debut. Led by Krish Raveshia, the project brings Raveshia Realty’s Mumbai legacy to the UAE, offering premium apartments in a high-demand community ahead of an imminent sales launch. Read the full article on Khaleej Times Dubai real estate snaps back after central bank rolls out support package Dubai real estate stocks rebounded after the UAE central bank introduced liquidity support measures. The recovery followed steep war-driven losses tied to missile attacks, market disruption, and higher oil prices, though both property shares and the broader market remain well below pre-conflict levels. Read the full article on Turkiye Today Dubai real estate: Valuation professionals jump 50 percent to 133 in 2025 as advertising licenses advance 24 percent Dubai’s real estate services sector expanded strongly in 2025, with more valuers, consultancies, advertising permits, and trustee offices. The growth reflects rising demand for oversight, stronger marketing regulation, faster transactions, and DLD’s push to make the property market more transparent, efficient, and professionally supported. Read the full article on Economy Middle East Dubai court orders woman to repay Dh421,848 to ex-husband in property dispute A Dubai court ordered a woman to repay Dh421,848.38 plus 5% annual interest to her ex-husband after finding he alone funded their jointly owned property. The court refused to transfer full ownership, ruling the title deed could not be changed without proof of fraud or forgery. Read the full article on Gulf News Starlink rolls out satellite internet offering in UAE with plans from Dhs230 Starlink has launched in the UAE, offering satellite internet as an alternative to fibre and mobile networks. Plans start at Dhs230 per month, with hardware from Dhs1,099, targeting homes, remote sites, offshore locations, and other areas where traditional connectivity is less practical. Read the full article on Gulf Business How Data Intelligence Is Reshaping Property Investment Decisions in Dubai Data intelligence is making Dubai property investment more transparent and analytical. Investors now use transaction data, area comparisons, project checks, and digital tools to assess pricing, timing, and risk more accurately, reducing reliance on broker opinion, asking prices, and market sentiment alone. Read the full article on Tech Bullion UAE’s real GDP to grow 5.6 percent in 2026, says central bank The UAE economy is projected to stay strong in 2026 after solid 2025 growth, driven mainly by non-oil sectors. Inflation remains low, while real estate, banking, insurance, and capital markets all showed resilience, supported by strong domestic fundamentals despite global and regional uncertainty. Read the full article on Economy Middle East UAE announces tax incentives to strengthen innovation ecosystem The UAE has launched the first phase of an R&D tax incentive programme, offering businesses a non-refundable tax credit of up to 50% on qualifying spend up to Dh5 million. The move is designed to boost innovation, attract investment, and support sectors such as technology, fintech, energy transition, and advanced manufacturing. Read the full article on Khaleej Times Dubai Real Estate Transactions as Reported on the 18th of March 2026 On the 18-Mar-2026, the total transacted value reached AED 2.13 billion. Off-plan dominated with AED 1.48 billion (69.6%), while Ready accounted for AED 646.2 million (30.4%). Category Off-Plan (AED millions) Ready (AED millions) Flats 1,078.2 386.6 Villas 207.4 174.2 Hotel Apt. & Rooms 32.7 21.8 Commercial 162.1 63.6 Total 1,480.5 646.2 Off-Plan Market Performance Total Value: AED 1.48 billion Off-plan activity was heavily concentrated in flats, which continued to anchor primary market demand, while villas and commercial assets added meaningful depth to the day’s pipeline. Ready Market Performance Total Value: AED 646.2 million The ready segment showed a more balanced mix, with flats leading the market but villas also capturing a sizeable share, pointing to healthy end-user and secondary-market demand. On The Micro Level Sales remained the dominant transaction driver, reaching AED 2.32 billion across 780 transactions, while mortgages stood at AED 374.3 million from 176 deals and gifts reached AED 63.1 million across 15 transactions. In value terms, sales contributed 84.1% of total activity, mortgages 13.6%, and gifts 2.3%. Market Insights & Outlook Dubai’s market on 18 March reflected another strong day led decisively by off-plan demand, especially in the flat segment. At the same time, the ready market retained solid breadth, particularly through villas and resale flats, suggesting that both investors and end-users remained active. The overall structure of activity points to a market that is still expanding through new supply while maintaining healthy liquidity in completed stock. Data Source: Dubai Land Department *Only freehold transactions were used

April 22, 2026
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Dubai Real Estate Market Review 18-Mar-2026

How long can the Dubai real estate market hold? Dubai’s real estate services sector continues to record strong growth Dubai’s real estate support services expanded strongly in 2025, with more valuers, valuation offices, advertising permits, and trustee offices. Transactions and customer usage also rose, highlighting a more mature, transparent, and efficient market backed by stronger regulation and digital governance. Read the full article on Emirates 24/7 Dubai launches new unified digital system to accelerate rental payments, technical judicial functions Dubai’s Rental Disputes Center and Dubai Police launched an integrated digital system to streamline rental dispute workflows, accelerate payments, improve record-sharing, and speed up judicial and enforcement actions. The initiative supports faster access to justice and strengthens Dubai’s broader digital governance agenda. Read the full article on Economy Middle East BlackBrick Property launches complimentary real estate advisory service for Dubai property buyers and sellers BlackBrick Property launched a free Dubai property advisory service, open even to non-clients, offering independent reviews of contracts, valuation, and transaction risks. The move aims to help UAE-based and overseas buyers and sellers navigate uncertainty with expert guidance while supporting short-term market stability. Read the full article on Zawya Dubai Investments says work on UAE real estate projects progressing on schedule Dubai Investments said construction is continuing on schedule across key UAE projects. Danah Bay in Ras Al Khaimah is advancing in phases toward 2027 completion, while Violet Tower, Asayel Avenue, and Al Vista in Dubai remain on track for handover between late 2026 and 2028. Read the full article on Zawya Dubai property market: Why Citi Research expects 20% price drop Citi Research warns Dubai property faces rising risk from a large 2026–2028 supply wave and weaker safe-haven demand amid geopolitical tensions. Its base case sees prices falling 2–3% annually to 2028, while the bear case points to a possible 20% cumulative decline. Read the full article on Financial Express Major land deal Worth AED 240.34 million Opens Dubai Real Estate market as sales surpass half a billion Dirhams within hours Dubai’s property market opened Tuesday with a major AED 240.34 million land sale in Downtown Jebel Ali. Early trading also saw AED 566 million in sales across 126 deals, plus AED 17 million in mortgages and AED 6 million in gifts. Read the full article on Emirates 24/7 Are Dubai’s homes actually built for the lives inside them? CITYVIEW says Dubai homes should deliver more than investment returns, promoting “Bio ROI”, homes designed for health, recovery, and daily performance. Through partnerships with LaCasa and Technogym, it aims to build wellness-focused residences shaped around human well-being, not just luxury finishes. Read the full article of Khaleej Times Dubai realty eyes soft landing after short-term volatility Dubai’s housing market faces short-term geopolitical caution, but S&P and other analysts see stability, not a major downturn. Strong regulation, cash-rich developers, end-user villa demand, and supportive policies should help the market shift into a more balanced, sustainable growth phase. Read the full article on Khaleej Times National Properties unveils a landmark AED 500mln Grade A commercial tower in Dubai’s Barsha Heights National Properties will develop a AED 500 million, 26-storey Grade A office tower in Barsha Heights, adding 225,000 sq ft of premium workspace. Scheduled to start in Q2 2026 and complete by Q4 2028, it targets rising demand for high-quality, well-connected office space in Dubai. Read the full article on Zawya Object 1 announces completion of prime JVC residential tower Object 1 has completed RA1N Residence, a 144-unit tower in JVC, marking its shift from launching projects to delivering homes. The handover strengthens its credibility as Dubai’s market remains strong and highlights demand for ready, mid-market apartments in well-connected communities. Read the full article on Gulf Daily News Insights: How long can the Dubai real estate market hold? S&P says Dubai’s residential market is under pressure from regional conflict, with lower volumes, softer prices, and rising risks if tensions persist beyond four weeks. Strong regulation, escrow protections, cash-rich developers, and visa-driven resident stability provide support, but prolonged disruption could trigger a broader correction. Read the full article on Gulf Business Sharjah records Dh2.3 billion worth of property deals in first 2 weeks of March Sharjah recorded Dh2.3 billion in real estate transactions across 3,556 deals in the first half of March, reflecting steady demand and investor confidence. Officials said strong digital services, efficient processing, and no visible distress from regional tensions are helping keep the market resilient. Read the full article on Khaleej Times Nuvé by Zoya, valued at AED 202mln launches in Dubai Land Residence Complex Zoya Developments launched Nuvé, a AED 202 million furnished residential project in Dubai Land Residence Complex with 232 units and handover due in Q2 2028. Starting from AED 695,000, it targets residents and investors seeking affordable, smart, amenity-rich homes in a growing community. Read the full article on Zawya Dubai Real Estate Transactions as Reported on the 17th of March 2026 On 17 March 2026, the total transacted value reached AED 1.88 billion. Off-plan dominated with AED 1.30 billion (69.4%), while Ready accounted for AED 575.7 million (30.6%). Category Off-Plan (AED millions) Ready (AED millions) Flats 870.1 388.9 Villas 134.5 124.2 Hotel Apt. & Rooms 0.0 26.4 Commercial 298.5 36.3 Total 1,303.1 575.7 Off-Plan Market Performance Total Value: AED 1.30 billion Off-plan activity remained the clear market driver, with flats doing most of the heavy lifting, while commercial assets posted an unusually strong secondary contribution. Ready Market Performance Total Value: AED 575.7 million The ready segment was also led by flats, but villas captured a much healthier share here than in off-plan, pointing to continued end-user and investor appetite for completed family-oriented stock. On The Micro Level Across the broader market, total recorded activity reached AED 2.86 billion over 832 transactions. Sales led the mix at AED 2.41 billion across 694 transactions, followed by mortgages at AED 407.3 million from 127 deals, while gifts contributed AED 46.4 million across 11 transactions. Market Insights & Outlook The day’s trading pattern reinforces Dubai’s …

April 22, 2026
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Dubai Real Estate Market Review 17-Mar-2026

Dubai’s physical property market rebound, but financial markets are pricing in deeper regional risk and prolonged uncertainty Dubai property activity rebounds while equity sell-off deepens amid regional tension Dubai’s physical property market rebounded sharply in mid-March, led by off-plan and villa demand, while Dubai real estate stocks kept falling on heavy volume. The contrast suggests transaction activity is holding up, but financial markets are pricing in deeper regional risk and prolonged uncertainty. Read the full article on Gulf Business Dubai real estate sector recorded $4.5bn of transactions last week, including $25m Armani home in Palm Jumeirah The Dubai real estate sector recorded AED16.56bn ($4.5bn) of transactions last week, according to data from the Land Department. Read the full article on Arabian Business Dubai property transactions reach Dh3.8 billion on Monday Dubai’s property market opened the week with Dh3.8 billion across 1,194 deals, led by Dh2.93 billion in sales. Al Yalyis 5, Palm Jebel Ali, and Dubai Land Residence Complex topped sales, while mortgages and gifts added Dh718.3 million and Dh164 million, signalling sustained investor demand. Read the full article on Gulf News Dubai property buyers hunt distressed deals, but sellers hold firm on prices Dubai buyers are hunting for distressed deals, but most owners are holding firm rather than selling below pre-conflict prices. Limited discounts mainly reflect personal financial pressure or profit-taking by early investors, while strong liquidity and cash-rich buyers suggest the market pause is selective, not a broad downturn. Read the full article on Khaleej Times Al Junaidi Real Estate signs MoU with DXR Real Estate to market “Ti Villa” project Al Junaidi Real Estate partnered with DXR Real Estate to market Sharjah’s Ti Villa project, a 62-villa freehold development in Al Raqiba near Dubai. With no service fees, a 30/70 payment plan, and handover due in Q1 2028, the project targets Arab investors and families. Read the full article on Zawya Dubai real estate: Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou buys AED92.5m residence in Palm Jumierah Dubai developer Arada annuonced the sale of a five bedroom residence at Armani Beach Residences at Palm Jumeirah for AED92.5m. Read the full article on Arabian Business Azizi’s metro-linked residential project in Dubai 55% complete Azizi Developments said its metro-linked Azizi Zain project in Al Furjan is nearly 55% complete, with structural works finished and interiors advancing strongly. Positioned near key Dubai hubs, the development aims to offer well-connected, amenity-rich homes for families and individual buyers. Read the full article on Zawya Manchester City Yas Residences shatters records with AED 6 billion sales in 72 hours Ohana Development’s Manchester City Yas Residences generated AED 6 billion in 72 hours, highlighting strong demand for Abu Dhabi luxury real estate. The Yas Canal waterfront project drew mostly international buyers and reinforced the emirate’s appeal as a stable, high-end global investment destination. Read the full article on Arabian Business ‘Better to own than rent’: Residents turn to property investment in Abu Dhabi Rising rents are driving more Abu Dhabi residents to buy homes, with March transactions reportedly up 40–50% from February. Reem Island and recent launches have drawn strong demand from both end users and investors, reflecting continued confidence in the capital’s property market. Read the full article on Khaleej Times UAE digital marketplaces show rapid recovery after brief slowdown Bayut and dubizzle data shows the UAE’s digital economy rebounded quickly after a brief slowdown, with property buyer activity recovering sharply, prices staying stable, and consumer goods returning fastest. The trend points to resilient consumer confidence and strong underlying demand across key sectors. Read the full article on Economy Middle East DAMAC extends its ‘Buy a Home, Get a Luxury Car’ campaign to all UAE residents DAMAC has extended its “Buy a Home, Get a Luxury Car” campaign to all UAE residents until 31 March. Buyers of qualifying homes receive a complimentary Nissan, with the model linked to property value, as the developer pushes long-term homeownership and family-focused living. Read the full article on Arabian Business UAE developers with strong delivery track records outperforming peers UAE off-plan demand remains strong, but buyers are becoming more selective as launches surge. Banke International says projects in strong locations, backed by credible developers and flexible payment plans, are selling fastest, while timely delivery is increasingly critical for resale performance and long-term investor confidence. Read the full article on Zawya Modon launches Tara Park residential project on Al Reem Island Modon’s Tara Park on Al Reem Island offers freehold homes for all nationalities, combining a prime location, family-friendly amenities, flexible workspaces, and wellness features like a 527-metre jogging track. The project reflects strong demand for quality residential developments and long-term investment opportunities in Abu Dhabi. Read the full article on Zawya Dubai Real Estate Transactions as Reported on the 16th of March 2026 On the 16-Mar-2026, the total transacted value reached AED 1.21 billion. Off-plan dominated with AED 681.7 million (56.5%), while Ready accounted for AED 524.0 million (43.5%). Category Off-Plan (AED millions) Ready (AED millions) Flats 559.6 380.7 Villas 70.6 101.1 Hotel Apts & Rooms 8.2 8.5 Commercial 43.2 33.6 Total 681.7 524.0 Off-Plan Market Performance Total Value: AED 681.7 million Off-plan activity remained the market anchor, with flats overwhelmingly driving performance and accounting for more than four-fifths of the segment’s total value. Ready Market Performance Total Value: AED 524.0 million The ready segment also leaned heavily toward flats, although villas captured a more meaningful share here than in off-plan, pointing to firmer end-user and secondary-market demand for completed landed homes. On The Micro Level At the transaction-type level, total registered activity reached AED 2.21 billion across 711 records. Sales led by value at AED 1.75 billion, or 79.3% of the total, followed by mortgages at AED 413.1 million (18.7%) and gifts at AED 42.9 million (1.9%). By count, sales made up 526 transactions (74.0%), mortgages 173 (24.3%), and gifts 12 (1.7%). Market Insights & Outlook Dubai’s March 16 performance showed a balanced but still off-plan-led market, with new inventory continuing to attract the larger share …

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Dubai Real Estate Weekly Market Analysis 16-Mar-2026

This week signals a deeper and more liquid market Total trading reached AED8.26 billion across 4,327 transactions in Week 11, up from AED7.28 billion and 2,770 transactions last week. This marks a 13.4% week-on-week increase in value and a much sharper 56.2% rise in transaction count. Off plan remained the dominant segment at AED5.18 billion (62.7%), while ready transactions contributed AED3.08 billion (37.3%). Category Off-Plan (AED millions) Ready (AED millions) Flat 3,716.3 2,090.0 Villa 1,176.1 728.6 Hotel Apt. & Rooms 22.8 59.3 Commercials 264.3 200.3 Total 5,179.5 3,078.1 Off-Plan Market Performance Category Value (AED millions) % of Off-Plan Flat 3,716.3 71.7% Villa 1,176.1 22.7% Hotel Apt. & Rooms 22.8 0.4% Commercials 264.3 5.1% Off-plan activity was heavily concentrated in the flat segment, which alone generated AED3.72 billion and represented 71.7% of the off-plan market. Villas followed with AED1.18 billion (22.7%), while commercials added AED264.3 million (5.1%). Hotel apartments and rooms remained a very small component at 0.4% of off-plan value. Top Performing Off-Plan Areas Area Value (AED millions) Al Yelayiss 1 775.7 Dubai Islands 421.9 Madinat Al Mataar 330.5 Bukadra 291.5 Wadi Al Safa 3 217.1 The top 10 off-plan areas delivered AED2.88 billion, accounting for 55.7% of total off-plan value. Al Yelayiss 1 (Damac Islands) led the market with AED775.7 million, followed by Dubai Islands at AED421.9 million and Madinat Al Mataar at AED330.5 million, showing that a large share of new-build demand remained concentrated in a focused cluster of launch-driven locations. Ready Market Performance Category Value (AED millions) % of Ready Flat 2,090.0 67.9% Villa 728.6 23.7% Hotel Apt. & Rooms 59.3 1.9% Commercials 200.3 6.5% The ready segment was also led by flats, which recorded AED2.09 billion and made up 67.9% of ready-market value. Villas contributed AED728.6 million (23.7%), while commercials reached AED200.3 million (6.5%). Hotel apartments and rooms accounted for 1.9%, higher than their share in the off-plan market. Top Performing Ready Areas Area Value (AED millions) Majan 167.8 Business Bay 108.3 Jumeirah Village Circle 106.7 Palm Jumeirah 93.1 Dubai Marina 84.9 The top 10 ready areas generated AED1.61 billion, equivalent to 52.4% of total ready-market value. Majan ranked first at AED167.8 million, followed by Business Bay at AED108.3 million and Jumeirah Village Circle at AED106.7 million, highlighting a broad spread of demand across both established core districts and active mid-market communities. On the Micro Level Transaction Type Breakdown Transaction Type Value (AED millions) Count % of Weekly Value % of Weekly Transactions Gifts 196.5 65 2.4% 1.5% Mortgage 1,260.5 917 15.3% 21.2% Sales 6,800.7 3,345 82.4% 77.3% Highest Transactions Segment Type Value Location / Project Off-Plan Flat AED53.2 million Palm Jumeirah Off-Plan Villa AED43.4 million Karl Lagerfeld Villas Ready Flat AED22.0 million Palm Jumeirah Ready Villa AED13.8 million Nad Al Sheba Weekly Comparison Metric Last Week This Week Change Total Value AED7.28 billion AED8.26 billion +AED0.98 billion (+13.4%) Transactions 2,770 4,327 +1,557 (+56.2%) Market Insights & Outlook Week 11 showed a clear broadening in market participation. While total traded value rose solidly, transaction count climbed much faster, indicating that market depth improved materially beyond just headline-ticket deals. Off-plan remained the main engine of the market, supported by strong flat demand and concentrated activity in launch-led locations such as Al Yelayiss 1 (Damac Islands), Dubai Islands, and Madinat Al Mataar. At the same time, the ready market delivered a healthy 37.3% share of weekly value, with demand distributed across communities such as Majan, Business Bay, and Jumeirah Village Circle. The combination of rising value plus sharply higher deal count points to a more active and liquid market than the previous week. Data Source: Dubai Land Department Only freehold transactions are included

April 22, 2026
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Dubai Real Estate Market: A Resilient Investment Destination Amid Regional Dynamics

Market Analysis ReportMarch 2026 Executive Summary Despite ongoing geopolitical tensions involving Iran and regional security concerns, Dubai’s real estate market continues to demonstrate exceptional resilience and sustained growth momentum, underpinned by robust structural fundamentals, strong investor confidence, and a proven track record of recovery from past crises. This comprehensive report examines Dubai’s historical resilience through the 2008 financial crisis and COVID-19 pandemic, analyzes current market performance with extensive data through Q4 2025, and identifies the key positive factors supporting the emirate’s continued attractiveness for real estate investors. Key findings: Why Global Capital Continues to Choose UAE Real Estate In global property markets, confidence is everything. When uncertainty rises across the world, capital does not disappear, it moves toward stability. This is exactly what we are witnessing in the United Arab Emirates. The UAE real estate market is not driven by short-term speculation, but by structural demand tied to global capital migration, business relocation, and long-term residency. Entrepreneurs, international professionals, and high-net-worth individuals are not simply investing—they are building their future here. More than 200 nationalities now live and work in the UAE, transforming the country into one of the world’s most international business and residential hubs [79]. History demonstrates a clear pattern: after every global disruption—from the 2008 financial crisis to the COVID-19 pandemic—the UAE real estate market did not weaken. Instead, it emerged stronger, more regulated, and more attractive to international capital [11][12][13][14]. In a world searching for safe investment environments, the UAE has built something rare: a real estate market supported by economic stability, strong governance, and global demand. For investors looking beyond short-term volatility, the conclusion is increasingly clear: UAE real estate is not just a regional opportunity, it is becoming one of the world’s most reliable long-term investment platforms[77][78][79]. Historical Resilience: Learning from Past Crises 2008 Global Financial Crisis Dubai’s real estate sector experienced a severe correction during the 2008–2009 global financial crisis, with property values declining approximately 50–60% from peak levels as liquidity evaporated and speculative demand collapsed [11]. The recovery period extended from 2009 through 2014, during which prices gradually returned to pre-crisis levels supported by renewed investor confidence, infrastructure development, and the return of foreign capital inflows [11][12]. The 2014–2019 period saw a secondary adjustment of 25–30% as oil price volatility and regional economic headwinds weighed on sentiment [12]. However, this extended correction created attractive entry valuations that would later underpin the current market expansion, establishing a more sustainable pricing foundation than the speculative peaks of the mid-2000s. COVID-19 Pandemic Response The COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 initially disrupted transaction volumes and created short-term uncertainty across global real estate markets [13]. Dubai’s response—characterized by rapid reopening protocols, comprehensive vaccination campaigns, targeted economic stimulus, and flexible visa policies—enabled the market to rebound within approximately 12–18 months, significantly faster than comparable international cities [13][14]. The delayed Expo 2020 (held October 2021–March 2022) served as a catalyst for recovery, driving tourism, business activity, and global media attention that reinforced Dubai’s positioning as a resilient, forward-looking market [15]. This swift recovery from an unprecedented global health crisis demonstrated the structural strength of Dubai’s real estate fundamentals and the effectiveness of government policy response mechanisms. Key Recovery Characteristics Both historical episodes reveal consistent patterns in Dubai’s crisis response and recovery trajectory: These characteristics suggest that Dubai’s real estate sector possesses institutional resilience mechanisms that enable faster recoveries than markets lacking similar policy flexibility and economic diversity [13][14]. Current Market Performance: Record Growth Through 2025 Transaction Volume and Value Dubai’s real estate market achieved unprecedented transaction levels in 2025, establishing new benchmarks across multiple metrics and demonstrating sustained momentum throughout the year [1][2][16][49][50]: Annual Performance: Total real estate market activity (including all transaction types) reached AED 917 billion in 2025, marking 20% year-on-year growth and representing the highest annual value on record for the emirate [49]. This encompasses residential sales, commercial transactions, and other real estate procedures, demonstrating broad-based market strength across all segments. Metric 2024 2025 Total market transactions (all types) AED 761 bn AED 917 bn Residential sales transactions 180,860 214,912 Residential sales value AED 522.4 bn AED 682.5 bn Year-on-year growth (value) +20% +30.6% Year-on-year growth (volume) +36% +18.8% H1 transaction value AED 345 bn AED 431 bn Q4 sales value AED 147.8 bn AED 187.5 bn December sales value AED 42.7 bn AED 64.8 bn Table 1: Dubai real estate transaction performance, 2024–2025 The fourth quarter of 2025 delivered the strongest quarterly performance on record at AED 187.5 billion, driven by consecutive record months in October (AED 58.4 billion), November (AED 64.2 billion), and December (AED 64.8 billion) [2][16]. This sustained momentum through year-end contradicts typical seasonal patterns and indicates robust underlying demand rather than transient speculative activity. Quarterly Progression: The market demonstrated consistent quarter-over-quarter growth throughout 2024 and 2025. Q2 2025 recorded AED 144.7 billion in transactions, representing 26.8% quarter-over-quarter growth and 39.7% year-on-year increase, with 48,519 transactions registered [51]. The second half of 2025 consistently outperformed the first half, averaging 19,444 transactions per month compared to 16,400 in H1, demonstrating accelerating rather than plateauing demand [59]. Price Performance Across Segments Residential property values continued their upward trajectory through 2025, with differentiated performance across property types reflecting supply-demand dynamics in specific segments [3][4][17]: Villa segment: Apartment segment: Market dynamics: Villas outperformed apartments significantly due to supply scarcity, with some villa areas experiencing 35%+ price increases, while apartments benefited from strong demand from young professionals and expatriates seeking central locations with shorter commutes [68]. The average price range per square foot across all segments in 2025 spanned AED 1,100–1,400 for mid-range properties, while premium areas regularly exceeded AED 2,500–3,000 per square foot [68]. Top performing areas by price growth (2025): Dubai experienced differentiated price performance across neighborhoods, with value-oriented and infrastructure-connected areas leading to appreciation rates[41][63][66]: Luxury and ultra-prime segments: Off-Plan Market Dominance Off-plan transactions maintained dominant market share throughout 2025, reflecting sustained investor confidence in Dubai’s development pipeline and developer credibility [22][23][51][54][57]: This off-plan dominance is supported by improved regulatory frameworks including RERA oversight, …

April 22, 2026
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Dubai Real Estate Market Review 12-Mar-2026

This developer set a precedent with 5 years maintenance and warranty on all their properties. An 85,080 square feet plot of land in Dubai’s Al Sufouh Gardens sold for Dhs705m Dubai real estate stayed resilient despite regional tensions, highlighted by a Dhs705 million Al Sufouh Gardens land sale and a Dhs220 million villa sale on The World Islands. The deals underline strong demand and continued foreign investor confidence in Dubai and the wider UAE market. Read the full article on Gulf Today Dubai businesses express confidence in economy despite US-Israel-Iran conflict Dubai business leaders remain confident in the emirate’s resilience despite regional tensions and travel disruption. After 35 Dubai Chamber meetings, firms across sectors cited strong public-private cooperation, business continuity efforts, and regulatory support as key factors sustaining growth and investor confidence. Read the full article on Gulf Business ‘Dubai’s new tokenised secondary market ends the real estate lock-in’ Dubai expanded its tokenised real estate project by enabling regulated secondary trading of fractional property ownership. Phase II improves liquidity, transparency and exit options, with AED18.5 million in pilot assets already tokenised, while reinforcing legal ownership through land registry integration and government-backed regulation. Read the full article on Zawya Villa on Dubai’s World Islands sold for Dh220 million in landmark deal Dubai’s luxury property market stayed strong with a Dh220 million villa sale on Amali Island, The World Islands. The deal reflects rising demand from global wealthy buyers, as 2025 luxury transactions climbed to 6,668 worth Dh143.8 billion, sharply above 2024 levels. Read the full article on Gulf News Dubai property defies uncertainty: Investors prioritise stability Dubai’s property market remains resilient despite regional tensions, supported by strong regulation and long-term confidence. February 2026 residential transactions rose 2.5% in volume and 9.6% in value, though buyers are taking longer to commit, with demand still supported by population growth and new supply. Read the full article on Khaleej Time UAE markets record AED 2.3bn liquidity as Emaar Properties dominates Dubai trading UAE stocks saw AED 2.3 billion in Thursday trading, led by ADX and DFM, as both main indexes fell sharply. Emaar dominated Dubai turnover with AED 305.9 million, while Aldar led Abu Dhabi. Regional markets were mostly lower, though Amman and Muscat posted gains. Read the full article on Emirates 24/7 Al Habtoor Group plans new project at Al Habtoor City in Dubai Al Habtoor Group plans a new landmark project within Al Habtoor City, underscoring confidence in Dubai’s economy and investment appeal. The expansion builds on strong sales momentum at Al Habtoor Tower, with more details on the upcoming development to be announced later. Read the full article on Zawya Abu Dhabi urban indicators record 75 million square metres of development in 2025 Abu Dhabi approved nearly 75 million square metres of development floor area in 2025, up 137% year-on-year, led by housing, industrial, technology, and tourism projects. Faster approvals and AI-powered permitting helped accelerate construction, reinforcing investor confidence and the emirate’s urban growth momentum. Read the full article on Gulf News UAE’s Arada awards $545mln construction contracts in Aljada project Arada awarded AED 2.04 billion in contracts to build 2,210 homes across 14 apartment blocks at Aljada in Sharjah, with delivery due in Q2 2028. The move expands momentum at the AED 35 billion megaproject amid strong sales growth and major upcoming components. Read the full article on Zawya Mira Developments sets new standard with five-year maintenance warranty in UAE Mira Developments will provide a five-year maintenance warranty on all residential projects delivered from 2026, plus three years on branded furniture. The policy, enabled by its in-house construction model, aims to strengthen build quality, reduce post-handover issues, and protect long-term property value. Read the full article on Gulf News Dubai Real Estate Transactions as Reported on the 12th of March 2026 On the 12-Mar-2026, the total transacted value reached AED 1.94 billion. Off-plan dominated with AED 1.40 billion (71.9%), while Ready accounted for AED 546.5 million (28.1%). Category Off-Plan (AED millions) Ready (AED millions) Flats 879.9 375.9 Villas 461.1 131.7 Hotel Apt. & Rooms 1.6 23.1 Commercial 54.8 15.8 Total 1,397.4 546.5 Off-Plan Market Performance Total Value: AED 1.40 billion Off-plan activity was heavily concentrated in flats, while villas also delivered a strong secondary contribution, showing continued appetite for larger future stock. Ready Market Performance Total Value: AED 546.5 million The ready market was even more flat-led than off-plan, with villas providing solid support and hotel apartments posting a more visible share than in the off-plan segment. On The Micro Level Market Insights & Outlook Dubai’s market on 12 March 2026 showed a clear preference for off-plan product, which captured nearly three-quarters of total value. The mix suggests buyers remain comfortable committing capital to future supply, particularly in flats and villas, while the ready segment continued to attract steady absorption in completed stock. Overall, the day’s performance reflects a market that remains broad-based but still tilted toward developers and new-launch momentum. Data Source: Dubai Land Department *Only freehold transactions were used

April 22, 2026
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