Real estate in Dubai witnessed a boost last year with sustained double-digit growth across transactions, investments, and real estate investors.
The announcement comes as investor confidence drives 20% growth, bringing Dubai closer to Dh1T target by 2033.
Announcing the milestone, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, said the latest results had exceeded expectations thanks to sustained international confidence and the regulatory environment.
Across all measures, Dubai saw a positive year:
- 270,000 Transactions, 20% YoY increase
- 917B (AED) Value of Transactions, 20% YoY increase
- 680B (AED) Value of Investments, 29% YoY increase
- 193 Investors, 24% YoY increase
Growth Areas
The top-performing areas last year included Business Bay, Dubai Marina, Palm Jumeirah, Burj Khalifa, Al Barsha South Fourth, Mohammed Bin Rashid Gardens and Dubai Airport City.
Meanwhile, the average time for a renter to become an investor was 4.8 years, the report said.
Together, real estate is witnessing the best year on records. The latest figures released by Dubai Media Office align with UAE real economic growth.
Last year, the UAE saw a growth rate of 4.8% (IMF, 2025) and is projected to surpass 5% by the end of Q4 in 2026. Whether a higher growth rate, in 2026, will translate to a sustained rise in real estate transactions, value, and investor remains to be seen.
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