Dubai Real Estate
Market Data 2026
Verified transaction data, average prices per sqft, rental rates, yields, and market trends across all major Dubai communities — sourced from the Dubai Land Department and leading market research firms.
Dubai Property Prices per Square Foot — 2026
Average transaction prices per sqft across Dubai’s primary residential communities. Figures reflect Q1 2026 DLD-registered sales. Off-plan and ready prices shown separately where data is available.
Sources: Dubai Land Department (DLD), Property Monitor, Engel & Völkers, CBRE Q1 2026
| Community | Property Type | Avg. AED/sqft | YoY Change | Entry Price | Market Tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emirates Hills | Villas | AED 14,500+ | +11% | AED 35M+ | Ultra Luxury |
| Palm Jumeirah | Apartments & Villas | AED 3,500–4,000 | +14% | AED 2.5M+ | Luxury |
| Downtown Dubai | Apartments | AED 2,800–3,200 | +13% | AED 1.8M+ | Premium |
| Dubai Marina | Apartments | AED 2,400–2,800 | +11% | AED 1.2M+ | Premium |
| Dubai Hills Estate | Apartments & Villas | AED 2,100–2,600 | +12% | AED 1.3M+ | Premium |
| Business Bay | Apartments | AED 2,000–2,400 | +11% | AED 900K+ | Premium–Mid |
| Dubai Creek Harbour | Apartments | AED 1,900–2,200 | +15% | AED 1.1M+ | Premium–Mid |
| Dubai Islands | Apartments & Villas | AED 1,800–2,200 | +16% | AED 1.0M+ | Mid–Premium |
| Al Yelayiss / MBR City | Townhouses & Villas | AED 1,808 | +13% | AED 2.0M+ | Mid–Premium |
| Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) | Apartments | AED 1,448–1,473 | +10% | AED 450K+ | Mid-Market |
| Dubai South | Mixed | AED 1,400–1,700 | +16% | AED 550K+ | Mid-Market |
| Arjan / Dubailand | Apartments | AED 1,100–1,400 | +9% | AED 500K+ | Mid-Market |
| Deira / Bur Dubai | Apartments | AED 800–1,000 | +7% | AED 350K+ | Affordable |
| International City | Apartments | AED 700–850 | +8% | AED 350K+ | Affordable |
| Dubai Market Average | All Types | AED 1,759 | +12.5% | — | Q1 2026 |
Prices are averages of DLD-registered transactions. Individual units vary by floor, view, and finish. Data: Q1 2026.
Dubai Average Annual Rents by Area — 2026
Average annual rent in AED for apartments by bedroom type across Dubai’s major communities. Figures are market medians based on Ejari-registered leases and live listings.
Sources: DLD Rental Index (Ejari), Bayut, Property Finder, CBRE Q1 2026
Downtown Dubai
Burj Khalifa district · city centre
Dubai Marina
Waterfront · JBR adjacent
Business Bay
Canal-facing · mixed use
Jumeirah Village Circle
Mid-market · highest volume
Dubai Hills Estate
Suburban · golf community
Palm Jumeirah
Luxury island · waterfront
Arabian Ranches
Villa community · suburban
Deira / Bur Dubai
Heritage districts · city core
International City
Most affordable freehold area
Gross Rental Yields by Area — Dubai 2026
Gross rental yield = annual rent ÷ purchase price × 100. Net yields (after service charges and operating costs) are typically 1.5–2.5% lower than gross. Dubai’s average gross yield of 7.1% compares favourably to London (3–4%), Singapore (2–3%), and New York (4–5%).
Sources: CBRE Q1 2026, Grovy Real Estate, Polaris Corporate Services, DLD Rental Index
| Area | Property Type | Gross Yield | Net Yield (est.) | Avg. Purchase Price | Avg. Annual Rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| International City | Apartments | 9–10% | 7–8% | AED 450K | AED 40K–45K |
| Dubai Investments Park | Apartments | 9–10.5% | 7–8.5% | AED 500K | AED 46K–52K |
| Discovery Gardens | Apartments | 9–10% | 7–8% | AED 550K | AED 50K–55K |
| Town Square | Apartments & TH | 7–9% | 5.5–7% | AED 750K | AED 56K–68K |
| Jumeirah Village Circle | Apartments | 7–9% | 5.5–6.5% | AED 700K | AED 50K–63K |
| Al Furjan | Apartments & Villas | 7–8.5% | 5.5–7% | AED 900K | AED 65K–76K |
| Dubai South | Mixed | 6–8% | 4.5–6% | AED 750K | AED 48K–60K |
| Business Bay | Apartments | 6.5–7.6% | 4.5–5.5% | AED 1.1M | AED 72K–84K |
| Dubai Marina | Apartments | 5.5–6.8% | 4–5% | AED 1.4M | AED 78K–95K |
| Dubai Hills Estate | Apartments | 5.4–6% | 3.8–4.5% | AED 1.5M | AED 82K–90K |
| Downtown Dubai | Apartments | 5–6.2% | 3.5–4.5% | AED 2.0M | AED 100K–124K |
| Palm Jumeirah | Apartments | 4–5% | 2.8–3.8% | AED 3.5M | AED 140K–175K |
| Palm Jumeirah | Villas | 3.5–5% | 2.5–4% | AED 18M | AED 650K–900K |
| Emirates Hills | Villas | 2.5–4% | 1.8–3% | AED 40M+ | AED 1M–1.6M |
| Dubai Average | Apartments | 7.1% gross | 4.5–5% net | AED 1.1M | AED 78K |
Dubai Real Estate Transactions — Q1 2026
DLD-registered real estate transactions for Q1 2026. Total market value reached AED 252 billion — a 31% year-on-year increase. Volume reached 60,303 deals, up 6% on Q1 2025.
Source: Dubai Land Department (DLD) Official Q1 2026 Release
| Community | Q1 2026 Deals | Q1 2026 Value | Avg. Price/Deal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jumeirah Village Circle | 3,162 | AED 4.0B | AED 1.26M |
| Dubai South | 2,889 | AED 5.4B | AED 1.87M |
| Wadi Al Safa 5 | 2,694 | AED 4.8B | AED 1.78M |
| Business Bay | 1,778 | AED 4.3B | AED 2.42M |
| Dubai Islands | 1,285 | AED 3.2B | AED 2.49M |
| Dubai Creek Harbour | 1,040 | AED 2.4B | AED 2.31M |
| Downtown Dubai | 557 | AED 2.8B | AED 5.03M |
| Total Dubai Market | 60,303 | AED 252B | AED 4.18M avg. |
Official DLD Data Access
The Dubai Land Department publishes real-time transaction data, the Residential Property Price Index (RPPI), and the official Rental Index through its open-data portal. For verified, official figures: dubailand.gov.ae/en/open-data — Rental Index: dubailand.gov.ae/en/eservices/rental-index
Off-Plan vs Ready Property Market — Dubai 2026
Dubai’s off-plan market has grown from 55% of transaction value in 2022 to 73–78% in 2026. The shift reflects investor preference for flexible payment plans, new supply from leading developers, and strong projected capital appreciation on handover.
Sources: Arabian Business, DXB Analytics, Betterhomes Q1 2026 Report
Market Share by Value — Q1 2026
Off-plan transactions as a share of total real estate transaction value
Off-Plan Market Share — Year by Year
The off-plan share of Dubai’s transaction value has grown consistently
Buying Off-Plan in 2026 — Key Facts
What buyers should know about the current off-plan market
Ready vs Off-Plan — Quick Comparison
Which is right for your investment strategy?
| Factor | Off-Plan | Ready |
|---|---|---|
| Entry price | Lower (launch) | Market rate |
| Immediate income | None | From day one |
| Payment | Staged plan | Full at transfer |
| Mortgage | Limited options | Full mortgage |
| Capital upside | Higher potential | Moderate |
| Risk | Construction risk | Lower |
Quick Comparison — All Major Dubai Areas
At-a-glance comparison of price, yield, entry cost, and market activity across Dubai’s key residential communities.
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