Dubai Real Estate Market Records Dh48 Billion in April Sales with Strong Investor Demand
Tuesday, 5 May 2026
Dubai continues to demonstrate strong real estate momentum, recording Dh48 billion in property sales in April 2026. Sustained demand across residential, commercial, and luxury segments highlights the emirate’s global appeal and long-term growth potential.
Key Highlights
- Total sales reached Dh48 billion across 13,977 transactions in April 2026
- Transaction volumes increased 3.5% month-on-month, reflecting steady market activity
- Overall deal value grew 10.7%, driven by strong high-value transactions
- Primary market dominated with 10,563 transactions worth Dh35.8 billion
- Secondary market recorded 3,414 deals valued at Dh12.2 billion
- Apartments led with 11,377 transactions worth Dh24.1 billion
- Plot sales surged to Dh6.6 billion, showing rising development interest
- Commercial sector recorded 561 transactions worth Dh4 billion
- Average property prices reached Dh1,840 per sq. ft., reflecting long-term growth
- Strong performance across key areas including Dubai South, Jebel Ali First, and Al Barsha South Fourth
- Premium demand rising in Dubai Islands with Dh2.8 billion in sales
- High-value luxury transactions continue in Jumeirah and Downtown Dubai
- Mid-market segment remained dominant, with properties between Dh1M–Dh2M accounting for 34.7% of sales
- Strong demand from first-time buyers and investors seeking rental returns
- Dubai’s population surpassing 4 million supports long-term housing demand
- Growth driven by infrastructure expansion, residency reforms, and foreign investment inflows
- Market evolving toward balanced, sustainable growth with stable price trends
- Supported by initiatives like Dubai Economic Agenda D33
