Dubai Real Estate Records AED 286 Billion in Property Sales During the First Half of 2026

Dubai’s property market has continued its impressive run in 2026, with real estate sales exceeding AED 286.4 billion during the first six months of the year, making it the second-highest first-half sales performance on record, according to a new report by W Capital Real Estate Brokerage based on data from the Dubai Land Department (DLD).

While the figure sits just below the record-breaking AED 326.6 billion achieved during the first half of 2025, it reinforces Dubai’s position as one of the world’s strongest and most resilient real estate markets, supported by sustained local and international demand.

The first half of 2026 saw more than 86,000 property sales transactions, including 71,500 residential unit sales, 7,296 building transactions and 7,129 land sales, highlighting continued activity across every segment of the market.

Ready Properties Continue to Lead

Completed properties accounted for the largest share of sales during the first half of the year, generating AED 146.7 billion across 27,200 transactions. These included more than 18,300 residential units, 1,738 buildings and 7,135 land plots, reflecting continued demand from buyers looking for move-in-ready homes and investment opportunities.

The off-plan market also maintained strong momentum, with sales reaching AED 139.8 billion through 58,800 transactions. Residential properties dominated the segment, accounting for more than 53,000 transactions, demonstrating continued investor confidence in Dubai’s future developments.

Total Property Transactions Near AED 420 Billion

Beyond sales, Dubai’s wider real estate market remained equally active.

Mortgage transactions exceeded AED 102 billion through more than 22,000 transactions, while property gifts totalled AED 31.4 billion across 4,501 transactions.

Combined, Dubai recorded approximately AED 419.9 billion in total real estate transactions during the first half of 2026, spread across 112,850 transactions.

During the second quarter alone (April to June), the market generated more than AED 110 billion in property sales, alongside AED 42.6 billion in mortgages and AED 16 billion in property gifts, bringing the quarter’s total transaction value to over AED 169 billion.

Why Dubai’s Property Market Continues to Grow

According to Walid Al Zarooni, Founder and Chairman of W Capital Real Estate Brokerage, Dubai’s latest performance reflects a market that has moved beyond rapid expansion into a more sustainable phase of long-term growth.

He attributes the continued momentum to several factors, including strong investor confidence, a stable economic environment, world-class infrastructure, business-friendly regulations, attractive tax policies and the continued launch of high-quality residential developments that appeal to both local and international buyers.

Population growth, rising demand for housing and the continued expansion of multinational companies establishing regional headquarters in Dubai are also expected to support the market throughout the remainder of the year.

Positive Outlook for the Second Half of 2026

Looking ahead, W Capital expects Dubai’s real estate market to maintain its upward trajectory during the second half of 2026. Continued foreign direct investment, strong growth in non-oil sectors, increasing numbers of residents and sustained international demand for stable investment destinations are all expected to support further activity across both ready and off-plan developments.

The luxury property segment is also forecast to remain one of the market’s strongest performers as Dubai continues attracting high-net-worth individuals and global investors seeking premium real estate opportunities.

With improving global sentiment and Dubai’s reputation as a safe, transparent and investment-friendly market, 2026 is shaping up to be another landmark year for the emirate’s property sector.

Dubai Real Estate Sales Growth (First Half of the Year)

Source: Dubai Land Department (DLD)

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