Real Estate

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is well known for its fast-paced growth, and now one of its lesser-known emirates, Ras Al Khaimah (RAK), is stepping into the spotlight. With a strong and growing economy, Ras Al Khaimah is experiencing a real estate boom like never before. This boom is expected to bring around 45,000 new housing units to the market, a clear sign that the emirate is on the rise. A New Star...

The luxury property market in Dubai is once again on the verge of a major upsurge with global migration of millionaires as the next boosting factor. A new report by property agency Betterhomes estimates that there will be 142,000 millionaires who will be relocating to other parts of the world in 2025. Assuming that only 5 percent of them (approximately 7,100 high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) would decide...

In a daring initiative to boost economic development and the participation of the private sector, the UAE Ministry of Finance has revealed a detailed new plan to enhance the position of public-private partnerships (PPPs). This project is a major leap towards sustainable development, economic diversification, and long-term investment in the country. The new framework, which was announced on Thursday, will...

With recent offerings under Dubai’s ‘convert-to-freehold’ scheme, Al Jaddaf is rapidly emerging as a preferred option for cost-sensitive property purchasers seeking lasting value. Dubai's real estate sector is embarking on a new phase, with Al Jaddaf playing a central role. Previously a restricted-investor area, this centrally situated district is now evolving into an affordable freehold...

Dubai is now perhaps experiencing the pinnacle of luxury property real estate and it is not about polished and fancy homes. The 43 percent increase in branded residential properties has consequently led to a significant increase in demand on high end home maintenance related services in the city. The number of branded residences, luxury homes developed in collaboration with international fashion, hotel or...

The commercial real estate in Dubai has a significant increase in the average value of property. According to a report published by Allsopp, the sale prices have increased by over three times compared to the year before with the prices rising to AED 14.41 million in July 2025, up 3.2 times compared with July 2024 when the price was AED 4.27 million. This sharp rise is largely explained by the rising value...

In July 2025, a phenomenal rise was seen in the real estate sector in Sharjah, where the cumulative value of transactions amounted to AED 7.5 billion ($2.04 billion) in July, thus making it the highest monthly total observed this year. The Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department realised its highest figure of 11,377 transactions, an indicator of restored investor confidence and a renewed buzz in the...

In 2025, the United Arab Emirates. The commercial real estate industry in the country acquires amazing power as the real estate markets of both Dubai and Abu Dhabi emerge in unprecedented growth. According to the H1 2025 Office Market Review provided by Knight Frank, two cities are already reporting sales volumes, as well as an increasing rental rate and a healthy pipeline of new builds as indicators of...

Aldar Properties, the leading developer of real-estate in the United Arab Emirates, has introduced Fahid Beach Terraces, a top-end and six-building residential community located in Fahid island, the first coastal wellness site in Abu Dhabi. It is one of the most recent projects of Aldar and represents another important aspect of the company to adding its collection of lifestyle-focused communities,...

These factors combined with continued inflow of residents, foreign investors and expected opening of high-profile projects across the city are projected by professional analysts to keep the current level of real-estate transactions going through the rest of 2022. As a reaction, developers are launching new supply to meet luxury and low end market needs in order to cater to the various needs of the...