Dubai real estate sector recorded $5.9bn of transactions last week, including $18m Atlantis apartment

The Dubai real estate sector saw $5.9bn of transactions and 3,704 sales last week, including an apartment sold for $18m

Dubai’s property market continues to demonstrate exceptional momentum, with the latest data from the Dubai Land Department revealing that the emirate’s real estate sector recorded AED 21.67 billion (approximately $5.9 billion) in transactions last week alone. This figure underscores deep and diversified activity across residential, luxury and investment segments.

Between January 5 and January 12, 2026, the market saw 3,704 sales transactions, highlighting both strong buyer participation and broad confidence in Dubai’s property landscape. Sales transactions accounted for the bulk of the total value, with AED 13.17 billion ($3.6 billion) attributed to sales deals.

Landmark Luxury Deals

Among the week’s highest-value sales were several marquee transactions that reflect continued hunger for premium assets:

• A luxury apartment at Atlantis Resort and Residences on Palm Jumeirah, selling for AED 65 million (approx. $17.7 million), was the most notable high-value deal of the week.
• Another Palm Jumeirah unit in AVA at Palm Jumeirah fetched AED 54 million (approx. $14.7 million).
• An apartment in the Mercedes-Benz Places/Binghatti development in the Burj Khalifa district sold for AED 50 million (approx. $13.6 million).

These luxury transactions highlight Dubai’s enduring appeal as a global destination for high-net-worth buyers seeking premium waterfront, branded and lifestyle-oriented residential assets.

Strong Mortgage and Gift Activity

In addition to sales, the Land Department data also showed robust activity in other categories last week, including mortgage deals valued at AED 7.09 billion (about $1.9 billion) and gift transactions worth AED 1.41 billion (around $384 million). These figures signal healthy market dynamics where both leveraged purchases and wealth-transfer transactions continue to play a meaningful role.

Why Dubai’s Weekly Performance Matters

Weekly transaction figures such as these are a key barometer for Dubai’s real estate health, reflecting real demand from local, regional and international buyers. The participation of mortgage buyers indicates confidence in long-term investment, while recurring high-value luxury deals suggest that premium property remains a core pillar of the market.

This sustained activity comes alongside broader market trends — including rising annual sales volumes and strong capital inflows — that have helped Dubai attract record levels of global property investment through 2025 and into 2026. According to recent market overviews, annual sales values in Dubai reached historic highs, driven by population growth, end-user demand and carefully managed supply delivery.

Outlook for 2026

As Dubai’s real estate sector progresses into 2026, analysts remain optimistic that transaction volumes will continue to stay elevated. With major infrastructure projects, evolving lifestyle communities and continued interest from global investors, momentum is expected to persist across both mainstream and luxury segments.

The strength of the market — illustrated by weekly figures well in excess of $5 billion — underscores Dubai’s unique position as a resilient, global property hub capable of delivering value for buyers and investors alike.

Stay tuned as this line continues to rise from blueprint to bustling reality — and get ready to explore Dubai with even greater ease in the years ahead!

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