Dubai’s resident population has reached a record 4 million in 2025, according to estimates from the Dubai Data and Statistics Establishment. The emirate has doubled its population in just 14 years (from 2 million in 2011) and continues to be a magnet for investors, professionals, and entrepreneurs drawn by high ROI, strong job opportunities, a world-class lifestyle, and exceptional safety. Key stats...
Dubai has cemented its position as a global real estate powerhouse, securing a top-three ranking worldwide for prime residential capital growth in the first half of 2025. According to the prestigious Savills World Cities Prime Residential Index, the emirate's luxury property market continues to deliver exceptional returns, outperforming nearly all other major international hubs. This robust performance...
The Abu Dhabi property market has seen a clear shift towards ready properties in the first half of 2025, with demand for completed homes significantly outpacing off-plan sales. According to the latest report from Cavendish Maxwell, a leading real estate consultancy, the emirate recorded approximately 3,300 residential sales transactions between January and June 2025. Out of these, around 2,300 were ready...
Imagine waking up in Fujairah and making it to a meeting in Dubai within an hour. Sounds impossible? Not anymore. With Etihad Rail gearing up to launch passenger services, the UAE’s property market is on the verge of a massive transformation. Cities once considered "too far" will suddenly feel like they’re next door. This shift won’t just change how people travel — it will reshape where they live,...
Introduction to the Initiative Abu Dhabi is once again proving its dedication to sustainable development and community-centered growth. The Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), in partnership with the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT), has introduced a fresh investment opportunity under the Musataha program. This initiative invites Emirati-owned businesses to design, build, and operate...
The emirate’s residential real estate sphere is sustaining its upward trajectory, with six distinguished precincts crystallising as the lodestars for both seasoned investors and aspirants making their inaugural foray into property ownership — delivering rental returns scaling as high as 7.39 per cent. The elite cadre of locales — Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC), Damac Island, Downtown Dubai, Dubai...
Discover the Next Investment Goldmine in the UAE While Dubai and Abu Dhabi often take the spotlight with their skyscrapers and billion-dollar projects, savvy investors are now turning their attention to Umm Al Quwain (UAQ) — a rising star in the UAE’s real estate scene. With affordable property rates, a strategic location, and massive upcoming developments, UAQ offers unmatched investment potential...
In a resounding display of market tenacity, Dubai’s real estate sector has catapulted by 12% over the last year—an ascent driven by apartments outstripping villas in short-term momentum. Bolstered by unwavering investor faith, an inflating population, and escalated demand, Dubai's property ecosystem continues its steep climb. Market Dynamics: Vertical Living Takes the Lead Fresh insights...
The ultra-luxury real estate market in Dubai has surged to record-breaking heights in 2025, affirming the emirate’s position as a global magnet for high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) and discerning property investors. With 1,417 property transactions valued at Dh15 million and above in Q2 2025 alone, the sector has posted a 67% quarter-on-quarter increase and a 113% year-on-year leap, as reported by...
More than 40% of UAE homebuyers believe property prices will decline by mid-2025.This finding, from a recent Property Finder survey, indicates a shift in market sentiment as both buyers and investors anticipate a cooling period after years of strong growth. The UAE housing market, especially in Dubai, has experienced remarkable appreciation since the pandemic. However, with new supply on the horizon...