Dubai Real Estate Market Review 13-Jan-2026
Binghatti leads Dubai’s off-plan sales as Emaar slips Palm Jebel Ali megaproject takes root, with units ‘on track for 2027’ Nakheel says construction on Palm Jebel Ali is progressing well, with major infrastructure works, services installation, and beachfront villas rising. The relaunched (2023) mega-island, twice Palm Jumeirah’s size, has strong luxury demand; some villas were ~22% complete in Oct and may finish by late 2027, with phases extending into the 2030s. Read the full article on The National Dubai real estate hits record $249.7bn in 2025 as Sheikh Mohammed hails market maturity The Dubai real estate sector delivered its strongest performance on record in 2025, with transactions reaching AED917bn ($249.7bn), according to Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai. Read the full article on Arabian Business Stellar Axis — A new residential landmark by Ajmal Real Estate Developers Land Sterling unveiled Stellar Axis, a premium mid-rise in Warsan 4 (International City Phase 2) with 119 apartments (studios to two-bed). Led by Ajmal Estate Developers, it targets functional community living with amenities and on-site retail. Completion is set for Q1 2027; Metro Blue Line (2029) should boost connectivity. Read the full article on Khaleej Times Dubai retail property sales reach new quarterly high of AED1.1bln – Cavendish Maxwell Dubai’s retail property sales hit a quarterly record: AED1.1bn across 400 deals, with transactions up ~80% QoQ (Q3 2025) and ~30% YoY, amid tight supply and rising occupancy. Rents rose ~7.7% citywide (up to 15% in hotspots). Warehousing also surged, with rents up ~17% YoY. Read the full article on Zawya Dubai property market posts record Q4 with $51.1bn in sales as prices rise The Dubai real estate market closed 2025 on a record-breaking note, supported by strong demand, rising prices and broad-based activity across key residential corridors. Read the full article on Arabian Business From Volatility to Stability: 10 Years Of Dubai Real Estate Trends Dubai’s property market has matured from boom-bust cycles (2015–2025) into a broader, more resilient ecosystem. H1 2025 saw 94,700 investors (+26% YoY), 91,900 residential deals worth AED262.1bn (+36% value). Demand has shifted to off-plan (70%+ of deals) and more villas/townhouses. Prices are up ~80% since 2015; rents ~45%. Next: large supply pipeline with possible delays, plus fractional/tech-driven ownership, new financing, and more sustainable, integrated communities. Read the full article on Construction Business News Dubai’s luxury residential market sees record $9bn sales in 2025: Knight Frank Dubai’s $10m+ home sales hit a 2025 record: $9.05bn (+27.7% YoY) across 500 deals (up from 30 in 2020), with 68 sales above $25m (+45%). Q4 saw 143 deals (+39% QoQ), led by Palm Jumeirah and Palm Jebel Ali; the priciest was a $149.7m Bugatti Residences penthouse. Knight Frank expects prime values +3% in 2026. Read the full article on Arab News Binghatti leads Dubai’s off-plan sales as Emaar slips Binghatti sold more properties in Dubai last month than real estate giant Emaar, as the developer continues to find success with its luxury off-plan residences. Read the full article on Arabian Gulf Business Insight Abu Dhabi real estate market crossed AED 142bln in 2025, a 47% year-over-year increase Abu Dhabi hit record 2025 real estate sales: AED142bn across 39,000+ transactions (+38% volume, +47% value YoY). Off-plan led (66.24%): 16,410 sales worth AED58.4bn; ready sales were 8,196 worth AED32.7bn. Top areas included Al Reem, Yas, Saadiyat and Hudayriyat, with standout high-value apartment and villa deals. Read the full article on Zawya Dubai Real Estate Transactions as Reported on the 12th of January 2026 On the 12-Jan-2026, the total transacted value reached AED 1.33bn. Off-plan dominated with AED 820.3m (61.5%), while Ready accounted for AED 514.0m (38.5%). Category Off-Plan (AED millions) Ready (AED millions) Flats 572.4 333.7 Villas 210.5 130.6 Hotel Apt. & Rooms 1.8 4.6 Commercial 35.5 45.1 Total 820.3 514.0 Off-Plan Market Performance Total Value: AED 820.3m Off-plan performance was overwhelmingly apartment-led, with villas providing a solid secondary contribution and minimal hotel-linked activity. Ready Market Performance Total Value: AED 514.0m Ready-market value remained anchored by flats, while commercial’s share was notably higher than off-plan, pointing to selective demand for completed income-oriented assets. On The Micro Level Market Insights & Outlook The day’s activity reflects a market still skewed toward future supply, with off-plan capturing nearly two-thirds of total value, an indicator of continued confidence in delivery timelines and product absorption. At the same time, the ready segment’s meaningful 38.5% share shows sustained end-user and investor demand for immediate occupancy, with a relatively stronger commercial tilt suggesting appetite for stabilised assets alongside residential trading. Data Source: Dubai Land Department