72% of UAE Buyers Plan Property Purchases in Next Six Months, Survey Shows
Saturday, 20 September 2025
A recent Property Finder survey reveals that 72% of UAE property buyers intend to purchase real estate within the next six months, reflecting strong and sustained demand. Despite evolving price expectations, buyer intent remains high, highlighting the UAE’s status as a dynamic real estate market and a regional hub for PropTech innovation.
Key Highlights:
- Buyer Intent: 72% of UAE property investors plan to buy within the next six months (up from 70% in July 2025).
- Market Sentiment:
- Expecting price drops: 38% in August vs 40% in July
- Expecting prices to rise: 32% (steady)
- Expecting prices to remain stable: 30% in August vs 28% in July
- Sustained Demand: Strong purchase intent despite changing views on price trends.
- Investment Validation: Market confidence supported by $525m Property Finder stake acquisition by Permira, Blackstone, and continued investment from General Atlantic.
- UAE PropTech Hub: UAE hosts 55% of all MENA PropTech startups, reinforcing its regional leadership in real estate innovation.
- Industry Insight: Cherif Sleiman, Property Finder CRO, emphasizes that high buyer intent and investor confidence reflect the market’s dynamic nature.
