Dubai’s real estate market recorded Dh111 billion in transactions in January 2026, signalling strong early-year momentum following a landmark performance in 2025.

Plans are approved for a Dh500 million master plan to redevelop Umm Suqeim Beach, reinforcing Dubai’s ambition to enhance public spaces and strengthen its appeal as a global tourism destination.

Dubai Land Department has launched a new awareness campaign focused on the Ejari system as part of its ongoing efforts to engage all customer segments and strengthen understanding of rental regulations in Dubai.

Dubai’s real estate sector recorded its strongest performance on record in 2025, reflecting sustained market momentum and strong investor confidence.

The UAE expanded its national housing programme in 2025, reinforcing efforts to support family stability, raise living standards and ensure access to suitable housing nationwide.

Meraas has unveiled an expanded residential masterplan for Dubai Design District (d3), positioning the area as a creative-led waterfront neighbourhood that integrates living, working and cultural experiences. Located between Downtown Dubai and Dubai Creek, the masterplan covers 18 million sq. feet and blends residential, retail, hospitality and culture. The project is targeting LEED Silver community

Dubai’s real estate market is expected to enter a more disciplined phase in 2026, with buyer behaviour shifting from momentum-driven decisions to logic-based purchasing, following another record-breaking year for the sector.

ONE Development has launched ONE Residence, a 31-storey AI-integrated residential tower on Al Reem Island, marking the company’s first project in Abu Dhabi. The development is positioned as the world’s first residential tower to feature fully integrated rooftop infrastructure for electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft, engineered to accommodate autonomous passenger operations. ONE Residence has

Amali Properties has awarded a AED 700m main works and interior fit-out contract for its flagship ultra-luxury development, Amali Island, to DUTCO Construction.