Latest Real Estate Market and Property Updates

The changing face of UAE real estate - Why mid-2026 marks the shift to end-user capital in the UAE

Property market updates | 15.07.2026 | Leanne Ruscoe

If you've been interested in the UAE real estate lately, you must have seen the endless headlines screaming about shattered records and sky touching prices. But as we head deeper into 2026, the real story that is coming out of the scenes is actually way more interesting. The property scene is finally seeing a good transition. We are moving away...

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A new era for Dubai real estate - Dubai Holding takes the helm as Emaar’s largest shareholder

Property market updates | 01.07.2026 | Leanne Ruscoe

If you've been closely watching Dubai's property market, you know it moves fast. But a massive new shift just completely rewrote the playbook for real estate here. In a huge strategic move, Dubai Holding bought a 22.27% stake in Emaar Properties from the Investment Corporation of Dubai (ICD). This pushes Dubai Holding's total share to an impressive 29.73%, making it...

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The UAE property market shift - Inside the UAE's strategic 2026 real-estate surge

Property market updates | 18.06.2026 | Leanne Ruscoe

Mid-2026 has brought renewed acceleration to the UAE property market, but with a sharper edge. Today's growth is defined by deliberate, calculative moves, as both private buyers and overseas investors slim down their focus onto premium, high-performance segments. Whether it's in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, or Ras Al Khaimah, people are changing what they look for in a home, and their...

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UAE real-estate watch - Key market moves in May 2026

Property market updates | 18.05.2026 | Leanne Ruscoe

Moving into the second quarter of 2026, you can really feel the excitement in the UAE property market. Even with the global economy throwing the occasional curveball, places like Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and Ras Al Khaimah aren’t just "holding steady", they are genuinely hitting their stride and thriving. It’s a testament to the region's incredible resilience. This success is being...

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Dubai property market records growth in March despite regional conflict

Property market updates | 17.04.2026 | Leanne Ruscoe

For those eyeing the current real estate landscape, it is good news to know that the "buy or wait" dilemma is being replaced by a sound strategic approach. The post-war effect might have slowed many real estate processes, but it was just a pause, not the end! According to a recent insight, we are now entering a "more considered market"....

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A strong start - January 2026 sets the pace for the UAE property market in 2026

Property market updates | 19.02.2026 | Leanne Ruscoe

Dubai: A market that is still on the move Dubai real estate market ended 2025 with record sales activity and a resilient price momentum, setting a strong base for the year ahead. According to multiple reports for December, residential prices rose sharply year-on-year, with data from Valustrat's Price Index showing an approx. 19.8% annual rise in overall capital values by...

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Dubai real estate hits all-time peak - Setting a new benchmark for 2026

Property market updates | 12.01.2026 | Leanne Ruscoe

Quick summary 2025 marked a historic high in the Dubai real estate market. As per the latest data from the Dubai Land Department. Property sales just reached over Dh 682.49 billion, showcasing the highest annual figure in the emirate's history.This marks a string of exceptional growth into its fifth consecutive. This makes it stand as one of the strongest...

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Why Dubai's rental market is booming - What investors should know?

Property market updates | 07.01.2026 | Leanne Ruscoe

For all good reasons, Dubai's property market has consistently captured the attention of investors and tenants around the world. Do you know why? With strong economic fundamentals, rental yields stands out as an attractive option when compared to many global cities. And not just this, robust demand, population growth and investor-friendly policies play an equivalent role to make it a...

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Dubai real estate market outlook for 2025 and beyond

Property market updates | 21.08.2025 | Leanne Ruscoe

In 2025, Dubai's real estate market continues to be a global leader, capturing the world's attention. The city's real estate market faces numerous opportunities and challenges due to its growing population, investor-friendly policies, and strong government support. On a larger scale, the market situation appears very favourable. Market overview and near-term forecast After a big surge of nearly 75% in...

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Dubai property market surpasses AED 430bn in deals during first half of 2025

Property market updates | 18.08.2025 | Leanne Ruscoe

Dubai’s property market is hitting all-time highs! A report from the Government of Dubai’s Media Office reveals that real estate transactions in the emirate reached AED 431 billion in the first half of 2025; a 25% jump from AED 345 billion recorded in the same period of 2024, according to Dubai Land Department data. The surge in transaction value was...

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Dubai property market surges in June 2025

Property market updates | 15.07.2025 | Leanne Ruscoe

One thing we can always be sure of, is the robustness of the UAE property markets. As tracked by DXB Interact, a site specializing in property stats, Dubai smashed through AED 325 billion in sales by mid-2025. That’s 40% more than it was in H1 2024. More than 100,000 properties changed hands in H1 2025, up 22% from last year,...

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Blue line boost - Dubai’s metro expansion set to raise property values by 25%

Property market updates | 17.06.2025 | Leanne Ruscoe

Dubai’s getting a brand-new addition to their hugely efficient metro service. The new Blue Line will join the existing Red and Green lines and word is that it’s going to change the cities real estate landscape forever. A part of the “Dh56 billion project”, it is expected to generate economic benefits exceeding $15.4 billion by 2040, enhancing Dubai’s appeal as...

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The UAE’s rising appeal - 2025 global millionaire migration trends

Property market updates | 23.05.2025 | Leanne Ruscoe

As we observe a shift in global economics, the United Arab Emirates is fast becoming a long-term base for residency, business and investment for some of the world’s high-net-worth individuals (HNWI). Latest global wealth migration data suggests that almost 135,000 millionaires are expected to move base in 2025 and shift to the UAE – with nearly 6,700 interested buyers (more...

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UAE property buying guide

Property market updates | 07.02.2025 | Leanne Ruscoe

UAE's real estate market is gaining significant global traction thanks to rising property sales and transaction growth, offering international investors unmatched investment opportunities. Property sales in 2024 have increased 2.5 times compared to five years ago, reflecting a robust property market driven by the country's strategic infrastructure and economic stability. Who can buy property in the UAE? UAE Nationals can...

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