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The Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre (ADREC) has reported stable performance across Abu Dhabi’s property market over the past eight weeks, supported by solid sales activity, sustained demand, and continued project launches.
According to ADREC, the real estate sector maintained consistent momentum, with both sales and rental markets showing resilience. The data reflects ongoing efforts to enhance transparency and provide clearer insights into market trends, strengthening investor confidence in the emirate’s property sector.
Residential sales activity remained robust throughout early 2026. Around 2,600 transactions were recorded in March, following approximately 2,700 in January and over 3,100 in February. Activity picked up again in April, with transactions exceeding 3,200, marking a notable rebound.
In value terms, April recorded more than AED13 billion in residential sales, highlighting sustained demand. The figures include both ready and off-plan properties, with ready units continuing to serve as a key indicator of immediate buyer activity.
Market performance followed a typical seasonal pattern, with strong activity in January and February, a slight stabilisation in March, and renewed growth in April.
Ready property sales stood at 482 units in March, valued at around AED1.2 billion, compared to an average of 560 units worth AED1.6 billion in the first two months of the year. In April, ready unit sales rose to 529 units, with a total value of approximately AED1.6 billion, aligning with normal market levels.
Off-plan developments also remained active, with several high-profile projects launched during the period. These include Tara Park by Modon, Manchester City Yas Residences by Ohana Development, Yas Park Place by Aldar, and Sobha City Abu Dhabi, reflecting continued developer confidence and investment in the market.
Pricing trends remained largely stable. Around 90 percent of listed properties either held their value or recorded price increases. Where adjustments occurred, they were generally limited, with 85 to 90 percent of reductions staying below 10 percent, indicating no major structural shifts in pricing.
Meanwhile, the residential rental sector continued to strengthen, with a steady rise in leased units recorded on a weekly basis since the start of the year, reinforcing the overall positive outlook for Abu Dhabi’s real estate market.
