Abu Dhabi is entering a pivotal phase in its real estate journey, emerging as one of the UAE’s most compelling destinations for both end users and investors heading into 2026. With the capital’s population forecast to exceed 6 million by 2040, this growth is expected to support sustained
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The UAE remains one of the world’s most attractive real estate investment destinations in spite of the recent regional challenges, according to a new global survey commissioned by Arada. Arada’s UAE Property Investment Index, which was conducted by US-based Penta Group, ranked the country as the top investment destination, with 56% of global investors expressing […]
The evolution of Dubai South as the emirate’s largest single urban master development is highlighted by a new market analysis today revealing sustained residential real estate growth over the last three months. For the third consecutive month in May, Dubai South ranked as the best-performing area in the emirate’s property sector, recording 1,357 sales […]
As Abu Dhabi’s residential real estate market continues to evolve, differentiation is no longer defined by the scale of developments, but by their ability to deliver sustainable value and integrated living experiences that reflect modern lifestyles. In this context, GAF Property continues to reinforce its design-led approach, rooted in quality and a strong connection to
For years, the story of UAE real estate was told in superlatives. Record transactions. Record prices. Record launches. It was a market that seemed to run on adrenaline, and plenty of people wondered how long that could last. Yet, what is happening in the UAE real estate market in 2026 does not seem to be […]
At its first — and last — in-person press briefing, Rechitta was unveiled as a new AI-powered communication layer for Dubai’s real estate market. Built specifically for developers, brokers and buyers, Rechitta aims to help the industry manage increasing demand with greater speed, consistency, transparency, and accuracy. Rechitta is designed to provide real-time responses
Sherpa Communications, a leading B2B-focused business consultancy and PR agency operating across the Middle East region and Africa, has been recognised with the ‘Editor’s Choice: Excellence in Real Estate Business Consultancy’ award at the Gulf Business Real Estate Awards 2026. This recognition reinforces Sherpa Communications’ position as a trusted strategic partner in
Century 21 has officially launched operations in the UAE, establishing its regional headquarters in Dubai as the base for its Middle East expansion. The move brings one of the world’s most recognized real estate brands, operating across 82 countries with more than 400,000 members, into one of the most competitive and fast-growing property markets globally. […]
Dubai luxury developer Keturah has welcomed a new global report showing the UAE as one of the world’s fastest-growing wellness real estate markets, saying the findings reflect a fundamental shift in how the industry must think and build. The study, released earlier this week by the Global Wellness Institute (GWI), reveal that wellness real […]
Select Property has highlighted sustained demand from UAE and wider GCC investors for UK real estate, as it introduces Vita Living Circle Square North, a residential development designed to deliver immediate income and long-term stability in one of the UK’s most active rental markets. The launch comes at a time when investor behaviour across the […]
Unique Properties has announced a landmark seven-figure investment to bring on board one of Dubai’s leading brokers, Alessandro Console. The strategic acquisition signals the company’s continued commitment to investing in top-tier talent, even as global and regional dynamics introduce short-term market fluctuations. With regional tensions leading to a temporary cooling in
Dubai’s latest overhaul of its residency framework marks a shift in the regional real estate market, effectively opening up the path to residency by scrapping the minimum property value threshold. The government is intentionally lowering the barrier to entry for mid-market investors and global professionals. This strategic move, coupled with easing joint-ownership
Dubai’s standing as one of the world’s leading luxury real estate markets is being underlined by sustained demand across key price segments. A new market analysis from the Keturah luxury brand highlights a clear acceleration in developer sales in recent weeks, with strong year-on-year growth in both value and volume despite regional uncertainty.
Dubai’s real estate market recorded over AED180 billion in residential and commercial sales during the first three months of the year, supported by a surge in ultra-luxury property transactions and sustained demand across both sectors, according to Engel & Völkers Middle East’s latest market report. The luxury segment emerged as a defining force behind this […]
CBRE Middle East, the global leader in commercial real estate services, released its UAE Real Estate Market Review for the first quarter of 2026. The report highlights the UAE real estate market’s resilience in the first quarter of the year despite heightened regional geopolitical tensions and a softer economic outlook. The UAE’s GDP growth […]
Arabian Acres, a Dubai-based luxury real estate brokerage and development advisory firm specialising in super-prime residential and commercial transactions, has concluded the acquisition of three adjacent freehold plots in Jumeirah Coastline for a collective value of AED 400 million (approximately USD 109 million). The deal represents one of the most significant private
Stake, the MENA region’s leading digital real estate investment platform, and ACE & Company, a Swiss-headquartered global investment group focused on private markets, with more than $2.0 billion in assets under management, today announced a strategic partnership to support the development of liquidity solutions for investors in Stake products. The agreement will focus
While recent reports point to a more measured phase in Dubai’s real estate activity, one aspect of the market remains notably consistent: construction across major developments continues to move forward steadily. This raises a fundamental question for investors and market observers alike – what enables certain projects to maintain momentum, even as market dynamics
Dubai’s real estate market recorded 3,308 resale transactions worth AED15.39 billion in March, delivering a net gain of AED4.6 billion for long-term investors. A market analysis issued today by fäm Properties also revealed that 36,658 residential tenancy contracts worth AED3.16 billion were registered during the month, two-thirds of which were renewals.
DIA Holding, an international construction management company, has announced a long-term strategic partnership with UFC legend Khabib Nurmagomedov, marking a significant new chapter in the UAE’s dynamic real estate sector. The collaboration will see the rollout of several joint ventures, beginning with LuzOra Residences — a premium residential development located in the





























