Dubai’s real estate sector showcased remarkable vitality in the first half of 2026, generating a staggering AED286.43 billion (approximately $78 billion) in sales. The market experienced a flurry of activity, with 79,229 transactions completed and over 67,000 residential units changing hands. High-end properties, including luxurious homes and commercial spaces, saw investments amounting to hundreds of millions of dirhams.

The Dubai Land Department reports that the market’s momentum carried into the early months of the year, demonstrating a record-breaking pace. Although the spring months saw a slight moderation, the market remained resilient, continuing to observe noteworthy transactions, particularly in branded properties and upscale developments.

Key Statistics of Dubai’s Property Market

From January to June 2026, Dubai witnessed impressive figures:

Sales Overview:

• 79,229 transactions
• AED286.43 billion ($78 billion) in total sales value.

This includes:

• 67,254 residential units sold
• 7,114 buildings sold
• 4,861 land plots sold

Mortgage Activity:

• 13,696 mortgage transactions
• AED102.12 billion ($27.8 billion) in total value.

Gift Transactions:

• 3,300 transactions
• AED31.38 billion ($8.5 billion) in total value.

Throughout this six-month period, daily averages were significant:

• Around 433 property sales
• Totaling AED1.57 billion ($427.6 million) per day
• Approximately 75 mortgage transactions daily
• About 18 property gifts each day

Highlights of the First Half of 2026

January: A Record-Breaking Start
January kicked off with strong momentum, recording 15,896 sales transactions valued at AED72.16 billion ($19.6 billion), marking it as the most active month. Significant individual sales included:

• Bulgari Lighthouse Dubai: AED80 million ($21.8 million)
• Aman Residences: AED71.56 million ($19.5 million)

February: Sustained Growth
February continued the trend with 15,464 transactions totaling AED60.70 billion ($16.5 billion), highlighted by:

• The Alba Residences: AED225.97 million ($61.5 million)
• Peninsula Dubai Residences: AED210 million ($57.2 million)

March: Landmark Sales Despite Lower Volumes
Despite a decline to 12,200 transactions worth AED42.86 billion ($11.7 billion), March featured Dubai’s largest sale—a property at Aman Residences sold for AED422 million ($114.9 million).

April: Stability Returns
In April, 13,209 transactions valued at AED48.38 billion ($13.2 billion) were recorded. Major sales included:

• Aman Residences: AED171.04 million ($46.6 million)
• Baccarat Hotel and Residences: AED121.84 million ($33.2 million)

May: Minor Decline in Activity
May represented the lowest sales value of the first half, with 9,770 transactions totaling AED29.46 billion ($8 billion). However, several high-value transactions still occurred, such as:

• Solaya 5: AED112.60 million ($30.7 million)

June: Rebounding Sales
June ended the first half with 12,641 property sales amounting to AED32.65 billion ($8.9 billion). Notably, a Bugatti Residences by Binghatti property sold for AED200 million ($54.5 million).

Top Property Transactions of the Year

The top five transactions from this period include some of the most exquisite properties, emphasizing luxury and exclusivity in Dubai’s market:

1. Aman Residences: AED422 million ($114.9 million)
2. Aman Residences: AED356.23 million ($97 million)
3. The Alba Residences by Omniyat: AED225.97 million ($61.5 million)
4. Peninsula Residences: AED210 million ($57.2 million)
5. Bugatti Residences by Binghatti: AED200 million ($54.5 million)

Luxury developments such as the Aman and Bugatti Residences, alongside prominent commercial spaces, dominated the high-value transactions, indicating a sustained demand for premium real estate in Dubai. This trend solidifies the city’s standing as a robust property market, attracting both local and global investors.