Dubai Real Estate Market Review 24-Apr-2026

Dubai Real Estate Market Review 10th-Jul-2025

Saudi Arabia to allow expats to buy property from 2026. Russian, British, Indian millionaires’ top buyers of over Dh20 million properties. Commission-free apps challenge Dubai real estate brokers as direct buyer-seller models rise Dubai’s property market is facing a shift as new digital platforms allowing direct buyer-seller connections threaten to make traditional real estate brokers obsolete, experts told Arabian Business. Saudi Arabia to allow expats to buy property from 2026? What we know From January 2026, Saudi Arabia will allow foreign individuals and companies to purchase property in approved zones (e.g., Riyadh, Jeddah), with special restrictions for holy cities, as part of Vision 2030. Detailed rules and locations will be published on the Istitaa platform for public feedback. Dubai: Russian, British, Indian millionaires’ top buyers of over Dh20 million properties Russians, British, Indians and other Europeans are leading buyers of Dubai luxury properties worth Dh20 million+, with transactions up 110% year-on-year and 70% from H2 2024. Dirham weakness, migration and tax shifts drive demand. UAE expects 9,800 millionaires in 2025, attracting Dh231 billion: Emirates Hills tops sales. Nawy acquires SmartCrowd to expand into Middle East Egyptian proptech leader Nawy has acquired a majority stake in Dubai’s fractional investment platform SmartCrowd, marking its GCC debut after a $52 million Series A. The deal broadens Nawy’s full-stack real estate offerings across MENA, following its ROA acquisition. Centurion Properties and CITIC Construction join forces for Dh10.5 billion Dubai real estate push Centurion Properties has signed an MoU with China’s CITIC Construction to co-develop over 10 million sq ft of luxury residential and commercial projects across Dubai, worth Dh10.5 billion, with construction set to begin in Q3 2025, combining local expertise and global engineering prowess. Sharjah’s upgraded property portal makes it easier for developers, homeowners Sharjah’s Real Estate Registration Department relaunched its portal, enabling developers to register projects, certify sales contracts and form homeowners’ associations. Investors can manage association registrations, fee declarations and complaints. Government users access ownership reports: individuals handle title deeds, valuations and data updates. Banks gain mortgage registration and amendment services. Dubai property: Villas lead price rally in the first half Villa prices led Dubai’s H1 2025 rally, rising over 10 percent in Dubailand and up to 11 percent across affordable segments. Apartment prices climbed up to 7 percent (affordable) and 4 percent (luxury). Demand remains strong but price growth is stabilizing. Dubai South Properties sells out Hayat community phases for $327mn within hours Dubai South Properties has sold out the first two phases of its Hayat by Dubai South community within hours of launch, generating sales that exceeded AED 1.2 billion. Seven-bedroom Dubai Hills Estate mansion sold after Dh150m listing A Dh150 million seven-bedroom mansion in Dubai Hills sold near asking price, underscoring the estate’s ultra-luxury appeal. From January to May 2025, villa transactions rose 12.2% while prices jumped 14.1%, highlighting Dubai Hills Estate’s draw for HNW/UHNW investors. Dubai Real Estate Transactions as Reported on the 9th of July 2025 On 07 July 2025, Dubai’s total real estate transaction value reached AED 2.309 billion. Off-plan properties accounted for 72.6% (AED 1.677 billion), while ready assets contributed 27.4% (AED 632.2 million) of the total volume. Category Off-Plan (AED million) Ready (AED million) Flats 1,529.1 453.7 Villas 54.0 103.5 Hotel Apt. & Rooms 22.3 32.7 Commercial 71.8 42.2 Total 1,677.2 632.2 Off-Plan Market Performance Subcategory Value (AED) % of Off-Plan Flats 1,529,069,081 91.2% Villas 53,999,908 3.2% Hotel Apartments & Rooms 22,294,176 1.3% Commercial 71,846,214 4.3% Flats overwhelmingly dominated the off-plan segment, comprising over nine-tenths of its value. Ready Market Performance Subcategory Value (AED) % of Ready Flats 453,745,734 71.8% Villas 103,465,990 16.4% Hotel Apartments & Rooms 32,732,889 5.2% Commercial 42,241,824 6.7% Flats led the ready sector as well, accounting for nearly three-quarters of its value. On The Micro Level Market Insights Strong demand for flats continues to drive both off-plan and ready-market activity, reflecting investor confidence in Dubai’s residential offerings. The pronounced off-plan dominance suggests developers should prioritize new flat launches, while niche villa and commercial projects can cater to growing diversification needs. As both segments perform robustly, the market outlook remains buoyant, with opportunities for balanced growth across asset classes.

Dubai Real Estate Weekly Market Analysis 20-Apr-2026

Dubai Real Estate Market Review 9th-Jul-2025

Hamdan bin Mohammed appoints new CEOs at Dubai Land Department. Dubai Sees Record USD 2.6 Billion Luxury Home Sales in Q2 2025. Expo City Dubai emerges as real estate hotspot amid surging global investor confidence Dubai’s Expo City is emerging as a top real estate investment hotspot, drawing HNWIs from Germany and Switzerland. Backed by visionary government planning, robust infrastructure, and sustainability, it’s seen rapid building and unit sales, strong off-plan demand, above-average yields, and projected 10–15% annual luxury value growth. NBCC Secures RBI Approval, Finalizes Investment in UAE Real Estate Subsidiary NBCC India secures RBI approval to invest AED 1 million in its wholly owned Dubai subsidiary, NBCC Overseas Real Estate LLC, enabling property transactions under ODI norms. Fully owned and regulator-approved, this move diversifies its portfolio amid strong financial growth. Apartment prices in Dubai have risen almost a fifth this year Dubai’s June 2025 real estate report shows apartment prices up 1.1% month-on-month and 19.1% year-on-year (index 174.7), while villa values rose 1.9% monthly and 28.7% annually (index 291.6). Off-plan homes comprise 73.4% of sales despite an 8% monthly dip, and prime luxury deals remain robust. Hamdan bin Mohammed issues two Resolutions appointing new CEO’s at Dubai Land Department H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum issued two Executive Council resolutions appointing Majid Saqr Abdullah Al Marri as CEO of the Real Estate Registration Sector and Majida Ali Rashid as CEO of the Real Estate Development Sector at the Dubai Land Department, effective immediately. Dubai Sees Record USD 2.6 Billion Luxury Home Sales in Q2 2025 Dubai’s ultra-luxury real estate surged 63% year-on-year in Q2 2025 to USD 2.6 billion, driven by 143 deals (22 above USD 25 million) and a first-ever lead by apartments (80) over villas (63). Prices rose 18% annually but held steady from Q1, despite regional conflicts. Dubai launches new proptech hub in DIFC to help startups merge tech with real estate Dubai’s DIFC Innovation Hub and Dubai Land Department launched the PropTech Hub to unite investors, startups, regulators, and developers, offering incubators and acceleration programmes. By 2030, it aims to support 200+ proptech firms, employ 3,000+, and attract $300 million in investments. Dubai’s villa values jump 180% above post-pandemic levels Dubai property values remain strong: June saw villas up 1.9% m/m (28.7% y/y) and apartments up 1.1% m/m (19.1% y/y), with off-plan homes dominating 73.4% of sales. Fitch forecasts a modest correction in late 2025, while ultra-prime luxury deals and “accidental millionaires” continue to surge. DIA Properties launches LuzOra: A new era of waterfront living on Dubai Islands DIA Properties officially enters one of the world’s most dynamic real estate markets with the launch of its debut project in Dubai. LuzOra is a premium residential development that redefines waterfront living on the stunning Dubai Islands. Dubai real estate: Apartment prices rise 19.1 percent in June 2025 In H1 2025 Dubai recorded 98,603 sales worth AED 326.7 bn. June’s Price Index reached 220.8 (+1.5% m/m; +23.9% y/y). Villas climbed 1.9% m/m (+28.7% y/y), apartments 1.1% m/m (+19.1% y/y). Off-plan homes dominated 73.4% of sales. JVC and Business Bay topped locations. Strategic property insights: Rent vs. buy in UAE’s best value areas Bloom Holding’s UAE-wide study of 77 areas finds renting is more cost-effective in 44 regions, especially luxury and emerging suburbs, while buying yields savings in markets like Al Reef, Culture Village and Jumeirah Village Triangle. It recommends short-term rentals, long-term purchases, or mixed strategies to align property decisions with corporate goals. A new AI disruptor set to transform the UAE real estate market AIR is launching an AI-native real estate platform in Dubai, leveraging LLMs for predictive analytics, dynamic pricing, and end-to-end automation. Backed by a USD 20 million investment from Unique Properties, it enhances agent workflows and plans a GCC rollout, with advanced off-plan integration arriving in six months. Dubai’s Huspy raises $59 million Series B for to expand its mortgage platform across Europe & Middle East Huspy raised $59 million in a Series B led by Balderton, bringing total funding to over $100 million. The proptech, active in the UAE and Spain, processes $7 billion in annual transactions and 25 percent of Dubai mortgages. Funds will fuel expansion to 10+ cities, technology upgrades, and hiring. Dubai Real Estate Transactions as Reported on the 8th of July 2025 On the 8th of July, Dubai’s real estate transactions totaled AED 1.95 billion, with Off-Plan assets accounting for 73.9% (AED 1.443 billion) and Ready properties making up 26.1% (AED 507.6 million). Category Off-Plan (AED millions) Ready (AED millions) Flats 1,264.6 340.0 Villas 141.6 98.7 Hotel Apt. & Rooms 16.7 12.9 Commercial 19.9 56.0 Total 1,442.8 507.6 Off-Plan Market Performance Off-plan is overwhelmingly driven by flats, underscoring strong developer focus on apartment launches. Ready Market Performance The ready segment shows a more diversified mix, with villas making up almost 20% of the total value, and commercial units making up nearly 11% of activity. On The Micro Level Market Insights Flats overwhelmingly drive both segments, nearly 88% of Off-Plan and two-thirds of Ready sales, underscoring sustained demand for residential apartments. Villas maintain a solid secondary position, especially in the Ready market. Commercial and hospitality assets remain niche, reflecting cautious corporate and investor appetite. The strong Off-Plan bias signals developer confidence and early-buyer interest, while the Ready segment’s healthy villa share hints at growing end-user participation.

Dubai Real Estate Market Review 23-Apr-2026

Dubai Real Estate Market Review 8th-Jul-2025

Is It Time to End Commission Only Contracts for Real Estate Brokers? Drake & Scull enters Dubai’s real estate market with commercial project. Takmeel Real Estate Development announces bold vision for the future with AED1.5bln in pipeline for 2025 Takmeel Real Estate Development unveils its AED 1.5 billion 2025 roadmap, investing AED 550 million in flagship Dubai South and Al Barari projects spanning 350,000 sq ft. Founded in 2006 with over 100 completed developments, the company emphasizes timely delivery, design-driven communities, and transparency as Hamza Asad succeeds founder Mian Asad Bashir as CEO. Dubai real estate sector sees $4.8bn of transactions last week, including $40m apartment The Dubai real estate sector recorded AED18.47bn ($5bn) of transactions last week, according to data from the Land Department. REEF Luxury Developments launches REEF 998 in Dubai Land Residence Complex REEF Luxury Developments launches Dh450 million REEF 998, a 355,663 sq ft community delivering 323 studios to three-bed apartments with patented outdoor cooling and sunken balconies. Located in DLRC, handover Q2 2028, from Dh759,441, eco-steel build, flexible payment plans, integrated smart amenities. Maximizing Investment Potential in Dubai’s Real Estate Market Dubai’s 0% property tax, high 6–8% rental yields, 100% foreign ownership and no capital gains tax attract UK investors. Branded residences like Marriott JLT and Address Zabeel offer premium returns. Focus on prime areas, Downtown, JLT, Marina, and off-plan deals with reputable developers for maximum ROI and visa benefits. Property Network concludes Dhs125 million, The Observatory Presidential Suite sale at Akala by Arada Property Network sold The Observatory Presidential Suite at Akala for AED 125 million. Spanning 23,000 sq ft between Downtown and DIFC, the ultra-luxury, wellness-integrated residence underscores rising ultra-prime demand. The deal, led by CEO Furqan Tabani and Client Manager Aasim Aminuddin, coincides with Property Network’s 20th anniversary. Drake & Scull enters Dubai’s real estate market with commercial project DSI acquired land in Majan to develop a mixed-use commercial project spanning over 156,000 sq ft, including 10,000 sq ft of retail and 67,000 sq ft of offices across nine floors, with three-level podium parking for 147 cars. Design by Bel-Yoahah; construction is slated to finish by end 2026. Dubai Canal sees 58% price appreciation in three years Dubai’s H1 2025 residential market saw 98,603 sales worth Dh326.7 billion. Q2 alone recorded 53,252 transactions, a 22% volume and 49% value increase to Dh184.3 billion. Dubai Canal, still 70% under construction, saw off-plan prices jump 58% since 2022 to Dh3,563/sq ft, attracting luxury waterfront investors. Dubai property market prices lose their froth – that is good Dubai’s real estate market is recalibrating; growth is moderating but fundamentals strengthen. Institutional investors should capitalize on stable policy, infrastructure investment, and genuine demand, focusing on disciplined, end-user–driven opportunities for long-term, risk-adjusted returns. “Developer Correction” vs “Market Correction”: The shifting dynamics of Dubai real estate “Developers who understand the importance of momentum and align their offerings with buyer demands will define the future of Dubai’s real estate market”, says Sean Building More Than Homes: Object 1’s mission to transform communities across the UAE Object 1 scaled rapidly by delivering lifestyle-driven, sustainable, tech-enabled developments in high-demand communities (JVC, JVT, Jumeirah Garden City), achieving strong rental yields. In 2025, it expands regionally with an Abu Dhabi branch, launches EVERGR1N eco-smart housing, and plans premium luxury projects. Property Finder partners with the Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre, ahead of Madhmoun launch Property Finder partners with ADREC to train agents ahead of the July 7 Madhmoun MLS launch. The June 17 session hosted 500+ agents for demos and Q&A. Ongoing workshops will cover platform benefits, usage guidelines, and provide materials to ensure transparency and agent success on Abu Dhabi’s first MLS. Dubai’s Meraas debuts ultra-luxury waterfront address Jumeirah Residences Asora Bay Meraas and Jumeirah Group launch Jumeirah Residences Asora Bay on La Mer Peninsula: 35 bespoke homes, from apartments to ocean mansions, with private beach access, dune-inspired architecture, eco-friendly design, and curated amenities like spa, gym, and infinity pools, offering exclusivity, connectivity, and strong investment appeal. Dubai Real Estate Hits AED 144.7 billion In Q2 2025 Transactions Dubai’s Q2 2025 real estate transactions hit AED 144.7 billion (up 26.8% Q/Q; up 39.7% YoY) with 48,519 deals. Off-plan led at AED 98.4 billion (up 82.7%) on 31,699 sales; the ready market contributed AED 46.4 billion. Rental income reached AED 9.4 billion. Growth was fuelled by infrastructure-linked zones, master-planned communities, and foreign capital flows. Is It Time to End Commission Only Contracts for Real Estate Brokers? Dubai’s broker industry boasts nearly 6,000 agents and 2,285 offices, with last week of June sales hitting AED 17.73 billion. Yet commission-only pay and hefty fees leave many brokers with zero, or negative income. Critics urge regulation to guarantee minimum salaries, improving broker welfare and safeguarding clients’ interests. Dubai Real Estate Transactions as Reported on the 7th of July 2025 Dubai’s latest real estate transactions totalled AED 2.21 billion, with 65.5% (AED 1.45 billion) in off-plan deals and 34.5% (AED 762 million) in ready assets. Category Off-Plan (AED millions) Ready (AED millions) Flats 1,295.0 449.6 Villas 127.3 171.8 Hotel Apt. & Rooms 10.5 16.8 Commercial 14.8 124.3 Total 1,447.5 762.4 Off-Plan Market Performance Off-plan is overwhelmingly driven by flats, underscoring strong developer focus on apartment launches. Ready Market Performance The ready segment shows a more diversified mix, with villas and commercial units making up nearly 40% of activity. On The Micro Level Market Insights The dominance of off-plan flats (nearly 90% of that segment) highlights investor appetite for new-apartment product, while the ready market’s balance between residential and commercial offerings points to growing demand for completed assets. With flats leading overall volumes, developers may look to introduce more mixed-use and villa projects off-plan to capture broader investor interest. As ready-stock commercial values remain robust, we anticipate continued off-plan launches complemented by strategic releases of completed inventory to sustain market momentum.

Dubai Real Estate Weekly Market Analysis 20-Apr-2026

Dubai Real Estate Weekly Market Analysis 7th-July-2025

The total real estate transactions in Dubai for Week 27 was AED 9.42 billion and 4,632 transactions. Off-plan contributed 60.6% or 5.70 billion, while Ready properties contributed 39.4% or 3,71 billion. Dubai’s real estate market experienced a solid rebound in Week 27 of 2025, with total transactions reaching AED 9.4165 billion, a 7.5 % increase compared to AED 8.7613 billion in Week 26. The number of deals also rose to 4,632 transactions, up from 4,298 the week before, marking renewed strength across both off-plan and ready segments. Category Off-Plan (AED millions) Ready (AED millions) Flats 5,021.4 2,420.4 Villas 586.5 648.8 Hotel Apartments & Rooms 30.5 386.4 Commercials 63.4 259.0 Total 5,701.8 3,714.7 Off-Plan Market Performance Total Value: AED 5,701.8 million Share of Total Transactions: 60.6 % Subcategory Value (AED) % of Off-Plan Flats 5,021,427,315.26 88.1 % Villas 586,517,540.14 10.3 % Hotel Apartments & Rooms 30,491,939.00 0.5 % Commercials 63,378,004.49 1.1 % Total 5,701,814,798.89 100 % Apartments remained the dominant off-plan asset, making up over 88 % of segment volume, while villas contributed 10.3 % and hotel/commercial units together accounted for just 1.6 %.  Top Performing Off-Plan Areas (by Value Traded) Area Value (AED) Business Bay 401,254,249.27 Hadaeq Sheikh MBR 305,752,068.23 Marsa Dubai 261,841,640.42 Al Yufrah 1 257,034,364.03 Jumeirah First 250,812,000.00 These five communities together represented AED 1,476,694,322, or 25.9 % of all off-plan transactions. Ready Market Performance Total Value: AED 3,714.7 million Share of Total Transactions: 39.4 % Subcategory Value (AED) % of Ready Flats 2,420,429,716.27 65.2 % Villas 648,821,546.42 17.5 % Hotel Apartments & Rooms 386,434,655.42 10.4 % Commercials 259,007,175.89 7.0 % Total 3,714,693,094.00 100 % Flats led the ready market at 65.2 %, followed by villas at 17.5 % and hotel/commercial units at 17.4 %. It’s worth mentioning that the big jump in Hotel Appartments & Rooms transactions value was due to the sales of the Bonnington Tower Hotel & Residence for AED 157.2 million. Top Performing Ready Areas (by Value Traded) Area Value (AED) Burj Khalifa 422,369,602.11 Palm Jumeirah 412,387,917.61 Jumeirah Lakes Towers 315,361,026.47 Business Bay 306,634,617.40 Dubai Marina 202,086,787.20 These five districts accounted for AED 1,658,839,950, or 44.7 % of ready transactions. On the micro level, below is the sales distribution based on the number of bedrooms Weekly Comparison Metric Week 26 Week 27 Change Total Volume AED 8,761,346,927 AED 9,416,507,893 +7.5 % Transactions 4,298 4,632 +7.8 % Market Insights & Outlook Week 27’s uptick underlines sustained appetite for new developments, with off-plan flats at the core of growth. The concentration of over 25 % of off-plan value in Business Bay and Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid’s communities’ points to strong investor focus on established freehold hubs. In the ready segment, landmark addresses like Burj Khalifa and Palm Jumeirah continue to outperform, suggesting steady demand for trophy assets.

Dubai Real Estate Market Review 22-Apr-2026

Dubai Real Estate Market Review: June 2025

Land transactions in June 2025 were 44% of the total transactions. The market activity declined by AED 16 billion from May 2025, -20% MoM. And 14% increase YoY. Dubai’s real estate market in June 2025 recorded a total transaction value of AED 64.68 billion across all asset classes. This represents a 19.9% decrease month-over-month from May 2025’s AED 80.72 billion but a 13.5% year-on-year increase versus June 2024’s AED 57.0 billion. The number of transactions stood at 20,524, down 12.2% from May’s 23,383 deals, reflecting a seasonal softening in volume. Market Breakdown Category Tr. Value (AED billions) % of Total Market Off-Plan 21.2 32.8% Ready 14,8 22.8% Land 28.7 44.4% Total 64.7 100.0% Market Performance by Property Type Category Off-Plan (AED Millions) Ready (AED Millions) Total Value 21,204.2 14,761.2 Flat 18,660.8 9,844.1 Villa 2,243.6 2,429.2 Hotel Apt. & Rooms 157.7 560.8 Commercial 142.1 1,927.1 Off-Plan Market Performance Off-plan transactions amounted to AED 21.20 billion, accounting for 32.8% of the total market. This segment continues to attract buyers seeking long-term gains and pre-delivery payment plans: Top Performing Areas by Transaction Value JVC topped the chart by number of transactions but came third by value traded The average price per square meter for off-plan flats stood at AED 24,742, while off-plan villas averaged AED 17,529 both numbers slightly declined from last month. While JVC led in transaction count, Business Bay led in value, indicating higher ticket sizes and premium launches. Palm Deira and Jumeirah Second areas also featured prominently by value, underlining sustained luxury demand. Ready Market Performance The ready segment contributed AED 14.76 billion, or 22.8% of the market, driven by end-users and investors seeking immediate handover: Top Performing Areas by Transaction Value Business Bay came second in number of transactions but topped the chart by value of transactions The average price per square meter for Ready Flats stood at AED 15,572, while Ready Villas averaged AED 13,424 almost unchanged from last month. Business Bay is the top contributor across both off-plan and ready segments, appealing to both end-users and investors. Burj Khalifa and Dubai Marina continue to attract ultra-premium deals. Land Transactions Land remained the largest category, totalling AED 28.71 billion and comprising 44.4% of the total. These underscores continued appetite for strategic land banking and large-scale development ahead of key infrastructure rollouts. On the Micro Level Key Market Insights June 2025 saw a pullback in both value (–19.9% MoM) and volume (–12.2% MoM), yet the market remains 13.5% ahead of last year, driven by robust land transactions and selective off-plan projects. Off-plan flats continue to dominate new launches, while ready luxury communities like Business Bay, Burj Khalifa and Dubai Marina maintain strong capital turnover. The outsized 44.4% share of land deals highlights ongoing strategic land banking. Looking forward, while short-term seasonal dips are typical, Dubai’s real estate fundamentals, diverse asset choice, regulatory support, and global capital flows, should sustain momentum into H2 2025.

Dubai's real estate market hits a record high of $89 billion in the first half of 2025.

Dubai’s real estate market hits a record high of $89 billion in the first half of 2025.

By Kiana Jehangir According to data from fäm Properties, Dubai’s real estate market broke all prior records in the first half of 2025, with total property sales reaching an incredible AED 326.7 billion ($88.2 billion). This is a 40% rise from the same time last year, thanks to a record-breaking second quarter when both the number and value of transactions reached new highs. A Quarter to Remember There were 53,118 property transactions in Q2 2025 alone, which brought in AED 184 billion ($50.1 billion). This made it the busiest quarter in Dubai’s real estate history. This is a 25% rise in value from the previous peak in Q4 2024 and a 5.4% increase in the number of agreements. Sales in the second quarter of 2025: The average price of a home is now AED 1,607 ($435) per square foot, which is 67% more than it was in 2021. The communities and projects that sold the most in Q2 2025 by number of transactions: By Total Value: With only 844 transactions, Me’Aisem Second is at the top of the list with AED 14.94bn ($4.1bn). The mansion on Palm Jumeirah that sold for AED 365 million ($99.3 million) and the flat at Peninsula Dubai Residences Tower 1 that sold for AED 170 million ($46.3 million) were the most expensive deals of the quarter. Trends in Buyers: Affordability and Investment The AED 1–2 million ($272K–$544K) area was where most buyers made their purchases. This category made up 32% of all deals. Next were homes that cost less than AED 1 million, which made up 26% of sales. Price Range Breakdown: The first-time sales from developers made up 66% of all sales, while the resale market made up 34%. The best-selling projects of the second quarter of 2025 were the First Sale Apartments: Binghatti Elite and Sobha Solis had the same number of units (712), however Sobha Solis had the most value at AED 881.1 million. The top five were Sobha Orbis, Binghatti Skyrise, and Timez by Danube. Al Yelayiss 1: 2,227 units | AED 7.2bn DIP Second: 866 units | AED 6.5bn Me’Aisem Second: 832 units | AED 14.8bn (highest in value) Azizi Riviera had the most sales (317), but Canal Front Residences had the most value at AED 537.1 million. Al Yelayiss 1 had the most sales (600) and the most value (AED 1.7bn), suggesting that investors still trust the area. A Global Investment Beacon Dubai is becoming a top global real estate destination since prices are going up gradually and demand from other countries is expanding. Firas Al Msaddi, CEO of fäm Properties, remarked, “These numbers show once again how strong and stable Dubai’s real estate market is.” “Dubai’s steady growth over the years makes it an even better place to invest in real estate.”

Dubai Real Estate Market Review 24-Apr-2026

Dubai Real Estate Market Review 3rd-Jul-2025

Dubai’s real estate market hit record H1 sales: 98,603 properties worth AED 327 billion, a 40% YoY jump. Dubai’s DLD and DET unveiled the First-Time Home Buyer Programme. Dubai property sales in H1 soars to record $89bln, says report Dubai’s real estate market hit record H1 sales: 98,603 properties worth AED 327 billion, a 40% YoY jump. Q2 saw 53,118 deals totalling AED 184 billion, eclipsing past highs across all sectors. Villa, apartment, plot and commercial sales rose strongly, buoyed by higher median prices. Dubai’s off-plan market booms as Business Bay leads luxury sales surge Dubai’s off-plan property sales surged, with Business Bay alone logging over AED 4.5 billion from 1,900+ deals in Q2 2025. May saw AED 66.8 billion across 18,700 transactions (up 44% value, 6% volume YoY). Branded residences, flexible payment plans, and visa incentives fuel investor demand. Dubai launches landmark plan for first-time homeownership Dubai’s DLD and DET unveiled the First-Time Home Buyer Programme, granting Emiratis and expats priority launch access, preferential pricing and bespoke mortgages to boost homeownership, supporting Dubai Real Estate Strategy 2033 and the D33 economic agenda. RTA partners with DLD to advance integration between smart mobility, real estate sector Dubai’s RTA and DLD have signed an MoU to integrate mobility, real estate and logistics through secure data exchange and unified digital services, enhancing customer-centric government platforms like Dubai Now, advancing smart infrastructure, sustainability and Dubai’s vision for a seamless, AI-driven smart city. As Dubai Moves Towards Tier-1 Status, Foreign Investors Eye Relocation A European investor chose Dubai real estate for its lifestyle, safety, infrastructure, community, over yields. Driven Properties’ Tier-1 City Index ranks Dubai fifth globally, buoyed by record transactions ($207 billion, +20% YoY) and surging Q1 sales. Institutional capital and long-term visas underscore its shift from speculative hub to mature market. Off-plan sales surge in Dubai’s Business Bay: What’s driving the boom? Business Bay recorded over AED 4.5 bn in Q2 off-plan sales across 1,900+ deals, contributing 5% to Dubai’s record AED 66.8 bn May transactions (up 44% value, 6% volume). Concurrently, RTA converted a key street to one-way and added a storage lane, enhancing traffic flow and safety. Dubai real estate: REEF Luxury Developments unveils REEF 998, a $122.5 mn project REEF Luxury Developments has launched REEF 998, a $122.5 million sustainable community in DLRC featuring 323 energy-efficient studios to three-bedrooms with patented outdoor cooling balconies, smart home tech, and green spaces. Due for Q2 2028 handover, units start at AED 759,441 with flexible payment plans. Deca Developments announces Avana Residences Deca Developments will launch Avana Residences in Jumeirah Village Circle, Dubai’s first marine-inspired residential project. Its undulating, wave-like façade optimizes airflow, shading and aesthetics. Offering studios to two-bedroom apartments, private pool options, an “Aquatic Realm” amenity level and flexible payment plans, it marks a new architectural milestone. Dubai tenants call for affordable, legal housing amid crackdown on illegal partitions Dubai’s crackdown on illegal room partitions has left low-income workers facing higher rents and longer commutes. Residents call for affordable, legally compliant shared housing, through designated zones, clear 5 sqm-per-person and fair-rent guidelines, and regulated rates, to ensure safety and affordability. Dubai’s housing shift: How hostel-like room partitions are straining Jumeirah Beach Residence and beyond In Dubai’s JBR, illegal hostel-style conversions cram apartments with dozens of transient tenants, causing hygiene, safety and lift outages, plunging property values and straining infrastructure. Affected communities like Discovery Gardens urge authorities to enforce residential regulations and secure affordable, lawful housing solutions. Dubai Real Estate Transactions as Reported on the 2nd of July 2025 On 02 July 2025, Dubai’s total real estate transaction value reached AED 1.576 billion. Off-plan properties accounted for 57.9 % (AED 913.8 million), while ready assets contributed 42.1 % (AED 662.6 million) of the total volume. Category Off-Plan (AED m) Ready (AED m) Flats 814.8 494.8 Villas 85.2 102.4 Hotel Apt. & Rooms 3.5 16.7 Commercial 10.3 48.6 Total 913.8 662.6 Off-Plan Market Performance Ready Market Performance On The Micro Level Market Insights The dominance of flats across both segments’ underscores sustained demand for residential units, driven by investors and end-users alike. The healthy villa shares in the ready market highlights appetite for immediate-occupancy family homes. With off-plan transactions representing nearly 58 % of activity, forthcoming project completions are poised to maintain momentum.

Dubai Real Estate Weekly Market Analysis 20-Apr-2026

Dubai Real Estate Market Review 2nd-Jul-2025

Dubai South real estate faces airport noise concerns. Driven Properties opens Dubai’s largest real estate office. GCC REIT assets are projected to rise from $11.2 billion in 2025. Dubai’s equity benchmark gains 10.6% so far this year Dubai’s DFM General Index rose 4.1% in June to 5,705.76, driving a 10.6% YTD gain, led by materials (+21.9%) and industrials (+10.8%). Trading volumes jumped 54.6%. Real estate transactions hit AED 66.8 billion in May. Abu Dhabi’s ADX gained 2.8% in June (5.7% YTD). Why the UAE’s real estate market is becoming a global wealth magnet UAE real estate has become a top destination for global investors and HNWIs, driven by strategic policies, residency reforms, a tax-free environment, Golden Visa benefits, robust infrastructure and high rental yields. It offers affordable luxury, digital innovations like tokenization and crypto transactions, reshaping global wealth migration. Dubai Holding enters strategic agreement with Select Group to develop landmark projects at Palm Jebel Ali, Dubai Design District Dubai Holding, with JV partner ESIC, signed its first third-party land sale at Palm Jebel Ali with Select Group to develop luxury waterfront residences and hospitality, and to build a vibrant mixed-use community in Dubai Design District, reinforcing Dubai’s appeal as a global lifestyle and investment hub. Dubai South real estate faces airport noise concerns Airports can often cause unwanted problems for residential properties in its vicinity due to increased noise levels. Driven Properties opens Dubai’s largest real estate office following landmark AED 505mln acquisition Driven | Forbes Global Properties opened its 43,000 sq. ft Downtown Dubai HQ, the city’s largest real estate office, after acquiring Emaar Square Building 3 for AED 505 million. Designed for collaboration and talent development, it underpins the firm’s advisory-led strategy and complements its Dubai tier-1 city benchmarking report. How Dubai’s Smart Rental Index helps residents negotiate unfair rent hikes Since its January 2025 launch, Dubai’s Smart Rental Index has empowered tenants to contest unjustified rent hikes, reducing proposed increases from 25% to 10% and blocking 15% jumps, triggering downward rent corrections in older buildings via the DLD’s comprehensive property evaluations. In Abu Dhabi, Aldar buys more logistics assets for hefty Dh530 million Aldar Investment paid Dh530 million for logistics and commercial assets at Almarkaz Industrial Park in Al Dhafra, adding 182,500 sqm of near-full-occupancy space to its portfolio and positioning for future collaboration with Waha Land. Home reimagined: The rise of the digital buyer in the UAE Dubai’s real estate is undergoing digital transformation driven by global digital-native buyers and PropTech innovations: from $265.9 bn in sales to virtual transactions, AI, blockchain, and smart homes. Government support via digital title deeds and the PropTech Hub accelerates platform-driven, personalized, sustainable, community-focused living experiences. Dubai’s real estate tokenization gets apartment from Ellington Properties Ellington Properties has launched blockchain-based tokenization of a Kensington Waters unit in Mohammed Bin Rashid City, enabling fractional ownership from Dh2,000. Backed by new Dubai Land Department rules, this broadens investor access to real estate, with more developers poised to adopt tokenized offerings. Real estate investment trusts are moving to centre stage UAE REITs are maturing with Dubai Residential REIT’s Dh14.3 billion IPO oversubscribed 26 times, offering 7–8 % yields. Transparency, Shariah-compliance, and robust regulation fuel growth. GCC REIT assets are projected to rise from $11.2 billion in 2025 to $16.7 billion by 2030, despite rate and diversification challenges. Abu Dhabi: Modon launches plot sales ‘close to city’s most exclusive areas’ Modon’s Wadeem on Hudayriyat Island has unveiled over 1,700 plots for four- to six-bedroom villas, its first land release near Al Bateen in 15 years, available to all nationalities, offering bespoke coastal living and prime investment potential. Dubai real estate: Low-risk investment hub with strong FDI growth Dubai’s real estate drew Dh52.3 billion in FDI in 2024 (14%), with 217 000 deals worth Dh526 billion and 110 000 new investors (+55%). Q1 2025 saw Dh239 billion across five emirates. Long-term visas, the Dubai 2040 plan, and Metro-led rent gains fuel institutional mixed-use demand, while mid-income affordability and financing remain challenges. Dubai Real Estate Transactions as Reported on the 1st of July 2025 On 01 July 2025, Dubai’s total real estate transaction value reached AED 1.891 billion. Off-plan properties accounted for 65.5% (AED 1.239 billion), while ready assets contributed 34.5% (AED 652 million) of the total volume. Category Off-Plan (AED millions) Ready (AED millions) Flats 1,059.0 422.5 Villas 150.0 180.3 Hotel Apt. & Rooms 11.0 7.9 Commercial 19.3 40.9 Total 1,239.4 651.7 Off-Plan Market Performance Off-plan sales totalled AED 1.239 billion, led overwhelmingly by flats: Ready Market Performance Ready transactions reached AED 652 million, with a balanced mix: On The Micro Level Market Insights Off-plan activity again led the month, driven by strong flat uptake that underscores ongoing demand for new launches. The ready sector’s villa share of nearly 28% highlights enduring interest in established family homes, while commercial deals outpaced hotel room transactions. Looking ahead, developers can sustain momentum by continuing to roll out high-volume off-plan flats and by fine-tuning ready-market offerings, particularly villas and commercial units, to match evolving investor and end-user needs.

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Is Dubai still investable or has that ship sailed already? Branded residences sales surge 43%. New Dubai rental scam. New Dubai rental scam: Expats frustrated after ‘agents’ collect deposits, then vanish Expats in Dubai increasingly fall prey to rental scams on social media and listing sites, losing booking fees and deposits to fake agents. Fraudsters exploit high demand for affordable housing with bogus listings, bait-and-switch tactics, and overcrowded flats. Authorities urge using RERA-certified agents and official platforms. UAE property hotspots: Top 5 areas with highest investment returns Investors in 2025 should target emerging UAE hotspots such as, Naseem Villas (Sharjah +243%), Remah (Al Ain +242%), Zone 12 (MBZ City +238%), Meydan Avenue (Dubai +204%), and Palm Jebel Ali (Dubai +203%), for superior ROI, driven by affordability, infrastructure upgrades, and renewed luxury interest. Is Dubai still investable or has that ship sailed already? Dubai’s DFM index hit a 17-year peak above 5,400 points in early 2025, fuelled by strong dividends, IPOs, Real Estate, and global inflows. While some sectors look overvalued, broadening diversity, from AI and fintech to real estate, and ongoing reforms point to selective investment opportunities ahead. Dubai awards contract for major $177m Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary upgrade Dubai Municipality launches $177m Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary development to boost eco-tourism. Where to buy property in UAE for under Dh1 million in 2025 Affordable UAE real estate under Dh1 million is available in Ajman Corniche, Sharjah Industrial Area 17, Dubai South, Fujairah’s Dibba/Creative City, and Umm Al Quwain, with units from Dh230k–700k offering strong rental yields and future upside. Dubai South launches 10-million-square-foot luxury community ‘Hayat’ with 2,500 residential units Dubai South Properties has launched Hayat, a master-planned 10 million sq. ft Golf District community near Al Maktoum International Airport, featuring 2,500 townhouses, villas, apartments, and hotel apartments (1–5 bedrooms). Completion of phase one is expected Q2 2028. Amenities include parks, trails, pools, a retail boulevard, and a five-year payment plan. Dubai’s luxury property buyers prioritise lifestyle, privacy and architectural design Dubai’s premium real estate investors are focused on privacy, design, and long-term value, with rising demand for adaptable layouts and lifestyle-driven amenities. New UAE property hotspots emerge in 2025 as prices soar across all emirates Bloom Holding’s 2025 UAE Property Market Report finds nationwide price surges, Abu Dhabi up 202% and Dubai 124% in 2024, with emerging hotspots in Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah, and Umm Al Quwain. Luxury listings are booming beyond capitals, while off-plan and rental markets stay highly sought after. Dubai real estate: Branded residences sales surge 43% to generate $16.3bn in 2024 Dubai maintains 140 branded real estate projects scheduled for completion by 2031, the report said. Dubai Real Estate’s 122% Rally Endures on Affordability, Haven Appeal Dubai apartment prices soared 122% over five years, rents by 50%, topping global city gains, yet remain relatively affordable (10th mortgage-to-income). Reforms like golden visas and co-habitation easing spurred growth, but looming oversupply and regional geopolitical risks threaten a moderate correction. Emaar Properties emerges as fastest-growing real estate brand, ROSHN Group debuts as major player: Brand Finance Emaar Properties jumped to 4th globally with a 58% brand-value increase to $4 billion. ROSHN debuted at #24 ($1.1 billion), JLL rose to #20 ($1.3 billion), and CBRE topped the commercial ranking ($3.2 billion). Chinese brands still lead, led by Vanke at $7.4 billion. MERED reveals 2025 buyer insights on Dubai’s evolving premium property market MERED’s H1 2025 survey of ICONIC Residences buyers reveals 65% prioritize privacy, 60% design quality, and 55% connectivity. One- and two-bedroom units dominate—45% for self-use, 30% investment, 25% hybrid. Amenities like terraces and wellness features drive decisions, with architecture (40%) and ROI (30%) leading purchase motives. Dubai is the world’s new second-home capital as demand rises Dubai’s real estate has moved from speculative flips to lifestyle-focused second homes, driven by golden visas, tax perks, and residency reforms. Families, retirees, and digital nomads now Favor gated communities and urban centres for long-term living, drawn by world-class infrastructure, liveability, and flexible visa options. Dubai Real Estate Transactions as Reported on the 26th of June 2025 On 30 June 2025, Dubai’s total real estate transaction value reached AED 2.052 billion. Off-plan properties accounted for 68.0 % (AED 1.395 billion), while ready assets contributed 32.0 % (AED 656.6 million) of the total volume. Category Off-Plan (AED millions) Ready (AED millions) Flats 1,287.5 483.2 Villas 99.3 88.8 Hotel Apartments & Rooms 2.8 29.6 Commercial 5.5 55.0 Total 1,395.2 656.6 Off-Plan Market Performance Off-plan sales totalled AED 1.395 billion, led overwhelmingly by flats: The dominance of flats underscores sustained investor appetite for smaller, early-stage units, while villas and commercial segments remain niche. Ready Market Performance Ready transactions reached AED 656.6 million, with a more balanced mix: Although flats lead, the ready market shows notable diversification, particularly in the villa sector. On The Micro Level Market Insights The strong skew toward off-plan volumes indicates that investor-driven demand remains robust, especially for flats offering high leverage and capital appreciation. Meanwhile, the ready segment’s diversification, especially in villas and commercial assets, reflects growing end-user and occupier activity.

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Dubai Real Estate Weekly Market Analysis 30th-Jun-2025

The total real estate transactions in Dubai for Week 26 was AED 8.76 billion and 4,298 transactions. Off-plan contributed 55.9% or 4.89 billion, while Ready properties contributed 44.1% or 3.87 billion. Dubai’s real estate market experienced a slight pullback in Week 26 of 2025, with total transactions reaching AED 8.76 billion, a 1.6% decrease compared to AED 8.90 billion recorded in Week 25. The number of deals also fell to 4,298 transactions, down from 4,907 the week before, marking a cooling in activity across both off-plan and ready segments. Category Off-Plan (AED million) Ready (AED million) Flats 4,319.9 2,691.8 Villas 504.0 755.0 Hotel Apartments & Rooms 36.1 89.4 Commercials 33.9 331.3 Total 4,893.8 3,867.5 Off-Plan Market Performance Total Value: AED 4.89 billion Share of Total Transactions: 55.9% The off-plan segment accounted for 55.9% of the overall weekly transaction value. Among subcategories: Subcategory Value (AED millions) % of Off-Plan Flats 4,319.9 88.3% Villas 504.0 10.3% Hotel Apartments & Rooms 36.1 0.7% Commercials 33.9 0.7% Total 4,893.8 100% Apartments remained the dominant off-plan asset class, accounting for over 88% of segment volume. Villas contributed 10.3%, while hotel and commercial units together made up just 1.4%. Top Performing Off-Plan Areas (by Value Traded) Area Value (AED millions) Madinat Dubai Almelaheya 350.3 Jumeirah Second 320.4 Al Khairan First 252.0 Jumeirah Village Circle 245.0 Madinat Al Mataar 242.4 These five communities alone accounted for AED 1.41 billion, or 28.8% of all off-plan transactions this week. Ready Market Performance Total Value: AED 3.87 billion Share of Total Transactions: 44.1% The ready segment made up 44.1% of the weekly transaction value. Among subcategories: Subcategory Value (AED millions) % of Ready Flats 2,691.8 69.6% Villas 755.0 19.5% Hotel Apartments & Rooms 89.4 2.3% Commercials 331.3 8.6% Total 3,867.5 100% Flats again led the ready market, comprising nearly 70% of value, while villas added 19.5% and commercials captured a notable 8.6%. Top Performing Ready Areas (by Value Traded) Area Value (AED millions) Business Bay 517.3 Palm Jumeirah 276.6 Burj Khalifa 248.7 Jumeirah Village Circle 183.9 Jumeirah Lakes Towers 175.3 These top five districts represented AED 1.40 billion, or 36.3% of ready transactions. On the micro level, below is the sales distribution based on the number of bedrooms Weekly Comparison Metric Week 25 Week 26 Change Total Volume AED 8,904,954,115 AED 8,761,346,927 –1.6% Transactions 4,907 4,298 –12.4% Market Insights & Outlook Despite this week’s dip, off-plan assets remain the market driver, led by sizeable flat deals in communities such as Madinat Dubai Almelaheyah and Jumeirah Second. The concentration of nearly 29% of off-plan activity in the top five areas underscores sustained demand for prime new developments. In the ready segment, the strength of flats persists, but the 8.6% share captured by commercials hints at growing institutional or portfolio-level interest, especially in Business Bay.