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Azizi Developments led Dubai’s real estate market in June 2026, recording over AED3.2 billion in sales through 3,700 off-plan transactions. The developer said demand remained strong across its portfolio, with major projects underway across key Dubai communities, including Burj Azizi.
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Ras Al Khaimah is set to add 25,600 homes by 2030, mostly apartments, as population growth, FDI and infrastructure upgrades drive demand. Off-plan sales dominate the market, while prices, rents and office rates continue rising amid expanding residential, airport, road and industrial projects.
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Dubai’s real estate market is shifting toward greater maturity, supported by population growth, long-term residency, strong rental activity and economic diversification. Demand is increasingly being driven by residents building long-term lives in the city, creating a more stable market beyond short-term investor momentum.
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Avenew Development and Kora Properties have launched O1NE District, a AED6 billion mixed-use destination in Dubai Motor City. The project will include six commercial towers, retail, healthcare and public spaces, with DAWN introduced as the first Grade A office tower in the wider masterplan.
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Dubai ranked 14th globally in Julius Baer’s 2026 Lifestyle Index, reinforcing its appeal as a wealth hub. Competitive luxury costs, strong prime property value, residency reforms and long-term economic diversification continue to attract HNWIs seeking stability, purchasing power and generational wealth preservation.
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June saw major new property launches across the UAE and Saudi Arabia, led by large-scale integrated communities and premium mixed-use destinations. Emaar’s planned AED200 billion Dubai masterplan stands out, with homes, offices, retail, hospitality and cultural spaces designed for around 150,000 residents.
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Dubai’s GDP reached AED232 billion in Q1 2026, up 2.4% year-on-year, supported by growth across healthcare, utilities, construction, real estate, trade and financial services. Real estate contributed AED26 billion, or 11.2% of GDP, while construction grew 8.2%.
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The UAE attracted a record AED177.3 billion in FDI in 2025, ranking ninth globally for inbound investment. Greenfield projects remained a key driver, creating over 65,000 jobs, while manufacturing, communications and real estate led investment activity ahead of the country’s 2031 FDI targets.
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Kasumigaseki Capital has formally established its UAE presence, positioning the country as its Middle East headquarters. The Japanese real estate investment and development firm, listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, has operated in the UAE since 2022 and opened its Dubai office in 2023.
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Abu Dhabi’s luxury waterfront market is expected to remain strong, supported by limited supply, investor confidence, infrastructure investment and government reforms. Prime areas such as Saadiyat, Yas, Jubail and Hudayriyat continue to outperform, while flexible payment plans and stronger off-plan regulation are boosting buyer confidence.
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Abu Dhabi’s luxury market is entering a new ultra-prime phase, with branded residences and beachfront projects reaching nearly AED100,000 per square metre. Baccarat Residences leads pricing, followed by Four Seasons, Nobu and Mandarin Oriental, as scarcity, branding and waterfront access drive record values.
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Dubai Real Estate Transactions as Reported on the 8th of July 2026
On 08 July 2026, Dubai’s total transacted value reached AED 994.0 million. Off-plan properties led the market with AED 589.3 million, accounting for 59.3% of total transactions, while ready properties recorded AED 404.7 million, representing 40.7% of the day’s activity.
Category | Off-Plan (AED millions) | Ready (AED millions) |
|---|---|---|
Flats | 490.3 | 249.6 |
Villas | 73.3 | 93.4 |
Hotel Apt. & Rooms | 4.4 | 27.1 |
Commercial | 21.4 | 34.6 |
Total | 589.3 | 404.7 |
Off-Plan Market Performance
Total Value: AED 589.3 million (59.3% market share)
Flats: AED 490.3 million, contributing 83.2% of off-plan transactions
Villas: AED 73.3 million, contributing 12.4%
Hotel Apt. & Rooms: AED 4.4 million, contributing 0.7%
Commercial: AED 21.4 million, contributing 3.6%
Off-plan activity remained the clear driver of the market, supported mainly by apartment sales. Flats accounted for more than four-fifths of all off-plan value, showing that investor and buyer demand continues to be concentrated in apartment-led launches and under-construction communities. Villas provided a secondary layer of demand, while commercial and hotel apartment activity remained relatively limited.
Ready Market Performance
Total Value: AED 404.7 million (40.7% market share)
Flats: AED 249.6 million, contributing 61.7% of ready transactions
Villas: AED 93.4 million, contributing 23.1%
Hotel Apt. & Rooms: AED 27.1 million, contributing 6.7%
Commercial: AED 34.6 million, contributing 8.5%
Ready transactions were also led by flats, though the mix was more balanced compared with off-plan. Villas represented nearly a quarter of ready-market value, highlighting continued demand for completed family homes. Commercial assets also made a stronger contribution in the ready segment than in off-plan, reflecting ongoing interest in income-generating completed properties.
On the Micro Level
Market Insights & Outlook
Dubai’s market on 08 July showed another off-plan-led session, with nearly 60% of total value coming from under-construction properties. The data points to continued confidence in future supply, while the ready market maintained healthy liquidity across both residential and commercial assets. Overall, the day reflected a balanced market environment, with off-plan apartments driving headline value and ready properties supporting depth across multiple categories.
Data Source: Dubai Land Department
Only freehold transactions are included