Dubai tenants are protected by a RERA/DLD rent-increase cap (Decree 43/2013) tied to how far current rent is below the area average (0–20% max). Landlords must give 90 days’ notice. Use DLD’s AI Smart Rental Index to check fair rent and allowed increases.
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Danube Properties launched a limited-time Ramadan offer: a 0.5% per month payment plan to make buying in Dubai more accessible for homeowners and investors. Valid until March 31, 2026, it reflects Chairman Rizwan Sajan’s community-focused message and Danube’s reputation for furnished homes, many amenities, and strong delivery quality.
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Tissoli’s AED1.2bn Palazzo Tissoli on Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah, hit three milestones: Phase 1 sold out, Phase 2 launched, and GRID Properties appointed development manager. The Pininfarina-designed branded residences target completion Q2 2028, offering furnished studios/1BRs and resort-style amenities.
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Proximity to leading international schools is emerging as a key driver of price growth in established Dubai villa communities, according to global property advisory firm BlackBrick.
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Dubai South is shifting from investor-led to end-user demand as infrastructure and population growth improve livability. Dubai’s 2026 housing market is expected to stabilise, with moderate price gains of 4–7% and population nearing 4.7m. Expansion of Al Maktoum International Airport supports Dubai South’s long-term live-work appeal.
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Dubai firm EIGHTClouds launched an open-ended UAE residential real estate fund targeting $300m+ commitments and $600m+ gross asset value over 10 years. It will buy diversified, income-generating units across 15+ corridors, aiming for ~9% long-term yields and 18%+ short-term yields, with $50k minimum and quarterly cash-flow distributions.
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RAK’s residential market surged in 2025: prime apartments hit Dh2,428/sqft (+32% YoY) and villas averaged Dh1,211/sqft (+11%). Apartment rents rose ~25%. Growth was fueled by tourism/FDI momentum, Wynn Al Marjan, branded launches, and booming hospitality (1.36m visitors; 9,000+ keys, 9,500 more planned).
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Aman Group launched Janu Residences in DIFC, its first Middle East homes, atop the 40-storey Janu Dubai with H&H. The project includes a 150-room hotel and 57 branded units (2–5BR plus a triplex penthouse), private access, and resident-only pool/lounge, concierge, wellness and club facilities.
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UAE rentals still often require 1–4 post-dated cheques, clashing with monthly salaries. New models and Ejari’s link to UAEDDS aim to enable automated monthly debits while paying landlords upfront. Property platforms are moving into payments, screening and mortgages, but fees, privacy and tenant protections remain key concerns.
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Abu Dhabi’s housing market is shifting toward “hidden gem” communities like Hudayriyat, Yas Canal/Al Bahiyah, Al Raha, Al Shamkha and Masdar City, driven by value, infrastructure and master-planning. Hudayriyat saw AED14.78bn sales; Yas Canal/Al Bahiyah AED6.57bn. Population growth, rising rents and major projects are boosting demand and yields.
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Dubai Real Estate Transactions as Reported on the 19th of February 2026
On the 19 Feb 2026, the total transacted value reached AED 2.06 billion. Off-plan dominated with AED 1.33 billion (64.2%), while Ready accounted for AED 0.74 billion (35.8%).
Category | Off-Plan (AED millions) | Ready (AED millions) |
|---|---|---|
Flats | 655.4 | 521.0 |
Villas | 336.7 | 142.4 |
Hotel Apt. & Rooms | 9.3 | 30.1 |
Commercial | 324.0 | 45.0 |
Total | 1325.4 | 738.5 |
Off-Plan Market Performance
Total Value: AED 1.33 billion
Flats: AED 655.4m (49.5%)
Villas: AED 336.7m (25.4%)
Hotel Apts & Rooms: AED 9.3m (0.7%)
Commercial: AED 324.0m (24.4%)
Off-plan demand was broad-based, led by flats, with commercial and villas contributing almost equally as secondary drivers.
Ready Market Performance
Total Value: AED 0.74 billion
Flats: AED 521.0m (70.5%)
Villas: AED 142.4m (19.3%)
Hotel Apts & Rooms: AED 30.1m (4.1%)
Commercial: AED 45.0m (6.1%)
Ready transactions were strongly flat-led, indicating sustained end-user and investor appetite for completed inventory.
On The Micro Level
Market Insights & Outlook
The day’s split highlights a market still led by off-plan liquidity, while ready stock remains a meaningful anchor, especially in flats. Off-plan’s unusually strong commercial share suggests a surge in commercial launches beyond residential cores, while the ready market’s concentration in flats points to ongoing preference for immediately usable, lower-ticket, higher-liquidity assets.
Data Source: Dubai Land Department