Abu Dhabi Real Estate Achieves Dh94 Billion Boost as Lifestyle Districts Shape a Strong 2026 Outlook
Tuesday, 18 November 2025
Abu Dhabi’s property market has reached an impressive Dh94 billion in transactions during the first nine months of 2025, supported by rising foreign investment, strong end-user demand, and flourishing lifestyle-led communities. As growth corridors expand and new handovers progress, the capital is poised for a confident and well-balanced property cycle heading into 2026.
Key Highlights:
- Abu Dhabi’s real estate market achieved Dh94 billion in transactions in the first nine months of 2025.
- Transaction values increased 43.3% year-on-year, reflecting strong momentum and investor confidence.
- A total of 29,400 transactions were recorded, showcasing broad market participation.
- Dh61.8 billion came from sales and purchases, highlighting strong end-user and investor activity.
- Dh32.2 billion in mortgage transactions signals growing long-term investment appetite.
- Real estate contributed Dh21.9 billion to non-oil GDP in H1 2025 — a 9% annual increase.
- The construction sector added Dh57.5 billion, supporting Abu Dhabi’s diversified economic growth.
- Key growth corridors — Yas Island, Saadiyat Island, Al Reem Island, and Al Ghadeer — continue to attract strong residential demand.
- Over 6,600 transactions were recorded in Q3 2025, marking a 79% increase year-on-year.
- Lifestyle-led and waterfront communities show rising demand and premium rent and price performance.
- Industry experts forecast steady, sustainable growth into 2026, supported by new handovers and expanding development pipelines.
- Well-planned communities across the capital are expected to enhance long-term value and liveability.
