Dubai real estate transactions hit AED 475.9 billion in first seven months of 2026
Dubai real estate transactions reach AED 475.9bn in Jan–Jul 2026 as sales, mortgages and gifts surge; July totaled AED 56.1bn, Dubai Land Dept. data, official.
Dubai real estate transactions recorded robust activity in the first seven months of 2026, with total deals approaching half a trillion dirhams. Data from the Dubai Land Department show AED 475.9 billion in transactions were executed between January and the end of July, underlining continued investor demand and broad market participation. The recorded activity included more than 131,980 individual transactions across sales, mortgages and other transfers.
Transactions Reach AED 475.9 Billion in Seven Months
The AED 475.9 billion total represents a significant portion of recent annual volumes and reflects a sustained market trajectory. That sum was generated through 131,980 transactions from January through July 2026, indicating both high value and transaction frequency. The seven-month tally was noted by officials at the Dubai Land Department and highlights strong liquidity within the emirate’s property market.
Sales Account for AED 321.18 Billion Since January
Sales dominated the activity mix, with property sales amounting to AED 321.18 billion over the same period. Those sales were recorded across 99,905 transactions, demonstrating that sales — particularly of residential units — remain the largest component of market turnover. Residential sales accounted for the bulk of transactions, while building and land transfers also contributed materially to the total sales value.
Ready Properties Lead but Off‑Plan Remains Substantial
Ready properties claimed the largest share of sales by value, with AED 165.52 billion achieved through 31,460 transactions. Of those, roughly 21,430 transactions involved residential units, alongside building and land transfers. Off‑plan activity also sustained momentum, producing AED 155.66 billion from 68,450 transactions, driven largely by residential unit contracts and continued developer offerings.
Mortgage Activity and Gift Transfers Intensify
Mortgage registrations were a major pillar of market activity, totaling AED 119.62 billion through 26,811 mortgage transactions in the seven‑month window. Residential mortgages made up the majority of those deals, while mortgages on buildings and land represented meaningful shares. Separately, gift transfers (hibaat) amounted to AED 35.1 billion via 5,266 transactions, underscoring continued transfers of ownership through non‑commercial mechanisms.
July Performance: AED 56.1 Billion in Total Transactions
July maintained the market’s upward rhythm, recording more than AED 56.1 billion in total transactions across 19,160 deals. Sales in that month alone reached AED 34.88 billion, with 13,930 sales transactions led by residential unit deals. The monthly split showed AED 18.92 billion from ready properties and AED 15.96 billion from off‑plan sales, signaling balanced demand between completed stock and developer inventory.
Mortgage Surge and Gift Transfers in July
Mortgage originations in July amounted to AED 17.5 billion through 4,467 transactions, sustaining credit‑driven support for buyers across segments. Residential mortgages accounted for the bulk of those registrations, while mortgages on buildings and land also rose. Gift transfers in July were valued at AED 3.72 billion across 766 transactions, contributing to the broader transfer and ownership landscape for the month.
Market Momentum and Implications for Investors
The scale and diversity of transactions through July suggest continued investor confidence in Dubai real estate transactions, supported by a mix of end‑users and speculative buyers. Readily available mortgage financing and a steady pipeline of off‑plan product appear to be underpinning the market’s activity. Analysts say the balance between ready and off‑plan sales, together with strong mortgage flows, will be key to sustaining momentum into the second half of the year.
The Dubai Land Department’s figures for January–July 2026 illustrate a market that remains active across segments, with residential units driving much of the volume while building and land trades add depth. Continued monitoring of supply, price trajectories and financing conditions will be important for buyers, developers and policymakers navigating the remainder of the year.