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Dubai’s property market recorded AED286.4 billion in sales and AED421 billion in total transactions during H1 2026. Strong international investment, high rental yields, luxury demand, digital property services and population growth continue to support market liquidity, stability and long-term expansion.
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Emaar Development and ADCB have partnered to offer streamlined mortgage solutions for ready and off-plan homes in Dubai. Eligible buyers can secure financing pre-approval of up to 50% of the property value, renewable annually until handover, providing greater certainty and flexibility during construction.
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Emaar Development and ADCB have partnered to offer streamlined mortgage solutions for ready and off-plan homes in Dubai. Eligible buyers can secure financing pre-approval of up to 50% of the property value, renewable annually until handover, providing greater certainty and flexibility during construction.
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Dubai Investments has acquired full ownership of Clemenceau Medical Center Dubai after purchasing the remaining 80% stake. The deal strengthens its healthcare portfolio and gives the group greater control over the hospital’s expansion, specialised services, operational performance and long-term growth.
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Aldar’s H1 2026 net profit rose 18% to AED4.9 billion, supported by strong development income, rental growth and international expansion. Sales reached AED12.1 billion, while its backlog climbed to AED71.6 billion. Overseas and expatriate buyers accounted for 80% of UAE sales.
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UAE property buyers are increasingly prioritising communities with strong connectivity, amenities and long-term growth prospects. SOLD highlighted ten leading locations across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, noting that developers are focusing on marketing the wider destination and lifestyle alongside individual properties to attract buyers in an increasingly competitive market.
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Dubai recorded two major land transactions worth AED233 million on Wednesday. A 6,577-square-metre plot in Arjan sold for AED110 million, while an 8,443-square-metre plot in Al Khail Heights was mortgaged for AED123 million.
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A villa in Jumeirah Golf Estates sold for AED110 million, nearly doubling the community’s previous ready-property record. The off-market deal highlights strong demand for large, private and highly customised homes among wealthy international buyers in Dubai’s ultra-prime residential market.
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Shamal Holding will open The Grand at Nad Al Sheba Gardens in phases from 19 August 2026. Fully leased ahead of launch, the lifestyle destination will feature Waitrose, dining, wellness, healthcare, nursery and everyday services, with further openings continuing into early 2027.
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More Dubai residents are buying homes for long-term living rather than short-term investment. Government homeownership initiatives, population growth and greater residency confidence are increasing demand for integrated communities offering connectivity, schools, green spaces, retail and everyday amenities.
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Dubai residential rents fell 6.2% quarter-on-quarter and 2.6% annually in Q2 2026 as new supply eased pressure. Sales activity also slowed sharply, while office rents continued rising. Abu Dhabi remained stronger, recording substantial residential price growth and off-plan-led sales.
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Modon reported record H1 2026 revenue of AED9.2 billion, up 40%, and net profit of AED2.2 billion. Real estate sales reached AED26 billion, while backlog doubled to AED65.4 billion. Strong Abu Dhabi launches, international expansion and recurring income supported growth, liquidity and future earnings visibility.
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Dubai Real Estate Transactions as Reported on the 29th of July 2026
Dubai’s real estate market recorded AED1,367.31 million in transactions on 29 July 2026. Off-plan properties generated AED702.95 million, contributing 51.4% of total value, while ready properties accounted for AED664.36 million, or 48.6%. Off-plan activity exceeded the ready market by approximately AED38.59 million.
Category | Off-Plan (AED millions) | Ready (AED millions) |
|---|---|---|
Flats | 650.94 | 491.30 |
Villas | 21.68 | 134.76 |
Hotel Apartments & Rooms | 3.68 | 3.33 |
Commercial | 26.65 | 34.96 |
Total | 702.95 | 664.36 |
Off-Plan Market Performance
Total Value: AED702.95 million
Share of Total Market: 51.4%
Category | Value (AED millions) | Share of Off-Plan |
|---|---|---|
Flats | 650.94 | 92.6% |
Villas | 21.68 | 3.1% |
Commercial | 26.65 | 3.8% |
Hotel Apartments & Rooms | 3.68 | 0.5% |
Total | 702.95 | 100% |
Flats overwhelmingly dominated off-plan activity, recording AED650.94 million and accounting for 92.6% of the segment. Commercial properties contributed AED26.65 million, or 3.8%, followed by villas at AED21.68 million, representing 3.1%. Hotel apartments and rooms remained limited at AED3.68 million, or 0.5%.
The figures show that off-plan performance was almost entirely apartment-led, with all other property categories collectively accounting for only 7.4% of the segment.
Ready Market Performance
Total Value: AED664.36 million
Share of Total Market: 48.6%
Category | Value (AED millions) | Share of Ready |
|---|---|---|
Flats | 491.30 | 74.0% |
Villas | 134.76 | 20.3% |
Commercial | 34.96 | 5.3% |
Hotel Apartments & Rooms | 3.33 | 0.5% |
Total | 664.36 | 100% |
Ready flats recorded AED491.30 million, accounting for 74.0% of the segment. Villas made a considerably stronger contribution than in the off-plan market, generating AED134.76 million, or 20.3% of ready transaction value.
Commercial properties contributed AED34.96 million, representing 5.3%, while hotel apartments and rooms accounted for AED3.33 million, or 0.5%. Although flats remained dominant, the ready market showed broader participation, particularly from villas.
On the Micro Level
Market Insights & Outlook
Flats remained the market’s principal driver, generating a combined AED1,142.24 million across off-plan and ready properties. This represented 83.5% of the day’s total transaction value.
Villas generated a combined AED156.45 million, contributing 11.4% of the market, largely supported by ready-property activity. Commercial properties accounted for AED61.62 million, or 4.5%, while hotel apartments and rooms contributed AED7.01 million, or 0.5%.
The narrow difference between off-plan and ready activity produced a relatively balanced overall market split. However, their internal structures differed significantly: off-plan transactions were highly concentrated in flats, while the ready segment benefited from a stronger villa contribution.
Overall, the day reflected robust apartment demand across both market segments, accompanied by meaningful end-user and investor activity in completed villas.
Data Source: Dubai Land Department
Only freehold transactions are included