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Dubai home prices fell 5.9% in March, the first drop since 2020, amid regional tensions. Sales value and transactions also declined, though partly due to Eid and weather. Despite a 70% post-pandemic surge, demand is softening, while developers continue launches with incentives and long-term visa policies support underlying resilience.
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Dubai prime home prices rose 25.1% in 2025, far above the 3.2% global average, driven by ultra-wealthy buyers, limited luxury supply, and global capital inflows. With around 500 $10 million-plus deals, Dubai remained a leading super-prime market.
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Dubai’s real estate market remained resilient in Q1 2026, with residential transactions exceeding AED 136 billion. Offices, retail, and industrial sectors also showed strength, supported by investor demand, population growth, business expansion, and tightening supply across key asset classes.
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Dubai property demand is recovering more through lead quality than volume. Bayut and dubizzle data shows 89% of engagements are now medium- or high-intent, with most calls moving to viewings, follow-ups or offers. Listing prices remain stable, suggesting sellers are not under pressure.
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Construction commences on Casagrand HERMINA at Dubai Islands, marking new phase of delivery momentum
Casagrand has started construction on HERMINA at Dubai Islands, its first UAE project. The developer says investor demand remains strong, supported by bulk purchases, international buyers, waterfront appeal, flexible payments and incentives, including a 4% DLD fee waiver.
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Aldar sold 80% of released Yas Park Place units, generating over Dh800 million. Buyers were split between residents/internationals at 54% and UAE nationals at 46%, with 83% new to Aldar and 66% under 45, highlighting strong demand for Yas Island.
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BNW Developments launched Orvessa Residences by Michel Adam in Al Furjan, offering 92 branded apartments with lifestyle amenities. The project blends fashion-inspired design with functional living, marking BNW’s expansion into Dubai branded residences and Michel Adam’s first property development.
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Ras Al Khaimah recorded AED12.4 billion in residential sales across 6,600 transactions in 2025, with off-plan making up 85% of deals. Prices and rents rose despite fewer launches, while 8,400 new homes are expected by 2028, supported by population growth and Wynn Al Marjan Island.
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Arada launched Jenna, a 631-home upscale complex in Sharjah’s AED35 billion Aljada community, with completion due by Q1 2029. The launch follows strong Sharjah market momentum, with Q1 2026 trading value rising 40.7% year-on-year to AED18.5 billion.
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Dubai Real Estate Transactions as Reported on the 23rd of April 2026
On the 23-Apr-2026, the total transacted value reached AED 1,612,205,549. Off-plan dominated with AED 1,038,098,309 (64.4%), while Ready accounted for AED 574,107,240 (35.6%).
Category | Off-Plan (AED millions) | Ready (AED millions) |
|---|---|---|
Flats | 701.8 | 392.2 |
Villas | 48.3 | 75.7 |
Hotel Apt. & Rooms | 3.8 | 14.0 |
Commercial | 284.1 | 92.2 |
Total | 1,038.1 | 574.1 |
Off-Plan Market Performance
Total Value: AED 1,038,098,309
Flats: AED 701,849,932 (67.6%)
Villas: AED 48,338,488 (4.7%)
Hotel Apts & Rooms: AED 3,839,766 (0.4%)
Commercial: AED 284,070,123 (27.4%)
Off-plan activity remained firmly led by flats, which accounted for over two-thirds of the segment, while commercial transactions contributed a notably strong secondary share, highlighting continued investor interest in income-generating assets.
Ready Market Performance
Total Value: AED 574,107,240
Flats: AED 392,223,584 (68.3%)
Villas: AED 75,717,325 (13.2%)
Hotel Apts & Rooms: AED 13,973,969 (2.4%)
Commercial: AED 92,192,363 (16.1%)
The ready market showed a similar structure, with flats dominating activity. However, villas captured a higher share compared to off-plan, reflecting sustained end-user demand and preference for completed, immediately occupiable assets.
On The Micro Level
Market Insights & Outlook
The market continues to be driven by off-plan demand, though at a relatively more balanced level compared to previous peaks, with ready transactions maintaining a meaningful 35% share. The strength in commercial off-plan activity suggests increasing diversification in investor strategies, while stable ready demand indicates underlying end-user resilience.
Data Source: Dubai Land Department
*We use only freehold transactions