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Sharjah’s property transactions rose 23.7% to 59,460 in the first half of 2026, while value increased 9.3% to AED29.5 billion. Investors from 121 nationalities participated, with UAE nationals leading. Muwaileh Commercial topped activity, as foreign ownership opportunities expanded across newly approved projects.
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A seven-bedroom Emirates Hills villa has set a Dubai rental record after leasing for AED17 million annually. Located on “Billionaire Row,” the extensively renovated property surpassed the previous AED12 million record, highlighting continued demand for distinctive ultra-prime homes in Dubai.
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Dubai led the world in $10-million-plus home sales during the first quarter, recording 193 transactions worth over $3.4 billion. Hong Kong ranked second and New York third. Together, the three cities generated nearly 60% of super-prime sales across the 12 markets tracked by Knight Frank.
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The UAE’s ultra-luxury property market is expected to sustain growth as political stability, tax advantages, infrastructure and wealth migration attract global investors. Dubai remains the main hub, while demand increasingly favours scarce, high-quality homes offering privacy, branded services, wellness and long-term lifestyle value.
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Zoya Developments has launched Elinor, a AED110 million residential project in Dubai South. Its third development in the district, the project supports the company’s expansion strategy and targets demand for well-connected homes as infrastructure investment and Al Maktoum International Airport drive the area’s growth.
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Khansaheb Civil Engineering has topped out Dubai Harbour Residences, Shamal’s ultra-luxury mixed-use waterfront project. The milestone marks major construction progress on Shamal’s first residential development and supports its long-term vision for Dubai Harbour.
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Ajman has exempted eligible citizens who received Sheikh Zayed Housing Programme loans from government mortgage release fees. The initiative reduces costs and simplifies property title documentation after loan settlement, supporting homeownership, family stability and improved access to government services.
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Sharjah’s property transactions increased nearly 24% in the first half of 2026, reaching almost 60,000 deals worth AED30 billion, up 10% annually. Residential properties dominated with 13,500 transactions, supported by strong purchasing activity from Emirati and GCC investors.
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Abu Dhabi is piloting a monthly rental payment system that lets tenants pay by card while landlords receive rent under existing agreements. Launch is expected in Q4 2026, with facilitation fees of 4.75%–12% of annual rent, reducing reliance on post-dated cheques.
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The $5.1 billion Wynn Al Marjan Island resort has entered its final construction phase ahead of a spring 2027 opening. Ras Al Khaimah’s largest tourism project will combine luxury hospitality, entertainment, retail and dining with the UAE’s first federally licensed gaming facility.
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Dubai Real Estate Transactions as Reported on the 15th of July 2026
Dubai’s real estate market recorded AED1.37 billion in transactions on 15 July 2026. Off-plan properties led activity with AED844.8 million, contributing 61.6% of the total value, while ready properties generated AED527.7 million, accounting for the remaining 38.4%.
Category | Off-Plan (AED millions) | Ready (AED millions) |
|---|---|---|
Flats | 767.9 | 299.3 |
Villas | 33.7 | 180.6 |
Hotel Apt. & Rooms | 18.8 | 6.2 |
Commercial | 24.5 | 41.6 |
Total | 844.8 | 527.7 |
Off-Plan Market Performance
Total Value: AED844.8 million (61.6% market share)
Off-Plan Category | Value (AED millions) | Share of Off-Plan |
|---|---|---|
Flats | 767.9 | 90.9% |
Villas | 33.7 | 4.0% |
Hotel Apt. & Rooms | 18.8 | 2.2% |
Commercial | 24.5 | 2.9% |
Total | 844.8 | 100.0% |
Flats overwhelmingly dominated the off-plan market, generating AED767.9 million, equivalent to 90.9% of the segment’s total value.
The figures underline the continued concentration of off-plan activity in apartments, with all other property categories collectively contributing only 9.1%.
Ready Market Performance
Total Value: AED527.7 million (38.4% market share)
Ready Category | Value (AED millions) | Share of Ready |
|---|---|---|
Flats | 299.3 | 56.7% |
Villas | 180.6 | 34.2% |
Hotel Apt. & Rooms | 6.2 | 1.2% |
Commercial | 41.6 | 7.9% |
Total | 527.7 | 100.0% |
Ready-market activity was more evenly distributed. Flats remained the largest category at AED299.3 million, contributing 56.7%, while villas recorded a substantial AED180.6 million, representing 34.2%.
Flats and villas together accounted for 90.9% of ready-property transaction value, reflecting strong residential activity across both categories.
On the Micro Level
Market Insights & Outlook
Off-plan properties drove the day’s performance, accounting for nearly two-thirds of total transaction value. While the off-plan segment was heavily dependent on flats, the ready market showed greater diversification, supported by a notably strong villa contribution.
Flats was the clear driver of the market, accounting for 77.7% of the total market value or AED1,067.1 of AED1.373 billion.
Data Source: Dubai Land Department
Only freehold transactions are included