Al Marjan Island Leads Ras Al Khaimah’s Impressive Apartment Market Growth in Q3 2025

Wednesday, 19 November 2025

Ras Al Khaimah’s residential market continued its strong momentum in Q3 2025, with Al Marjan Island emerging as the top-performing community, recording the highest annual growth in apartment prices across the emirate. Supported by vibrant off-plan activity and rising demand for waterfront living, Ras Al Khaimah’s real estate sector reflects growing investor confidence, lifestyle appeal, and sustained value appreciation.

Key Highlights:

• Al Marjan Island Tops the Market
  Apartment prices surged 16.8% year-on-year, the strongest growth across all RAK communities.
• Strong Quarterly Performance
  Capital values on Al Marjan Island rose 6.3% over the quarter, highlighting its rising popularity.
• Wider Apartment Market Strength
  Ras Al Khaimah’s apartment segment grew 15.5% annually and 4.9% quarterly, pushing the apartment VPI to 122.0 points.
• Consistent Growth in Villas
  Villa values increased 13.8% year-on-year, led by Mina Al Arab with 15.8% annual appreciation.
• RAK Residential VPI Climbs Higher
  The emirate’s overall VPI reached 122.2 points, marking a 14.9% annual rise.
• Healthy Capital Values
  Residential properties averaged AED 1.41 million, with apartments at AED 1.18 million and villas at AED 2.28 million.
• Strong Rental Yields
  Freehold properties delivered an average 5.4% gross yield, with apartments matching the overall average.
• Off-Plan Market Dominates
  Off-plan sales accounted for 84% of total transactions, totaling over 4,100 units and AED 8.2 billion in value.
• Premium Waterfront Pricing
  Al Marjan Island apartments averaged AED 1,127 per sq.ft, reflecting strong demand for luxury waterfront living.
• Growing Preference for Lifestyle Communities
  Buyers increasingly favour vibrant, amenity-rich neighbourhoods, especially waterfront destinations.