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WEEKLY MARKET INTELLIGENCE VOL VI

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Vol. VI HABITAS HOMES Habitas Homes

WEEKLY MARKET
INTELLIGENCE
DUBAI PROPERTY INTELLIGENCE

Dubai Waterfront


DUBAI ENTERS 2026 AFTER A RECORD-BREAKING YEAR
Dubai’s real estate market enters 2026 from a position of strength following a record-breaking performance in 2025.
Transaction volumes, pricing resilience, and capital inflows remained elevated through year-end, underscoring
the city’s continued appeal as a global real estate destination.

This Week at a Glance
• AED 17.9B Total Sales Value
• 3,980 Transactions
• AED 1,765/sqft Avg Price

Investor Insight:
As the new cycle begins, market activity reflects structural demand rather than speculative excess.
Capital remains selective, favouring quality assets, established locations, and developments aligned
with long-term residency and lifestyle demand.

Habitas Homes

January 6, 2026

DUBAI PROPERTY INTELLIGENCE
Market
Deep Dive

Population-Led Demand Defines the 2025 Cycle
Unlike previous cycles driven by speculative leverage, the 2025 market was defined by real population growth,
employment inflows, and long-term residency trends. End-users and lifestyle-led investors dominated absorption,
creating a more sustainable demand profile.
Capital Acceleration
• AED 1.35B in Mortgages
• AED 620M in Gift Transfers

Continued financing and wealth transfers highlight confidence from end-users and family offices positioning
early in the new cycle.

Looking Ahead
With disciplined supply, strong demographic tailwinds, and rising global capital inflows,
Dubai’s residential market enters 2026 positioned for measured, sustainable growth.

Habitas Homes

January 6, 2026
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