Dubai Records $13.07bn Property Sales in April 2026 - Report

DUBAI, UAE – Dubai’s real estate market maintained strong momentum in April, recording AED48 billion ($13.07 billion) in property sales across 13,977 transactions, reflecting continued resilience and sustained investor activity across the emirate’s key segments.

Data from fäm Properties showed that activity expanded across residential, commercial and land transactions, highlighting continued confidence in Dubai’s long-term real estate fundamentals despite broader regional uncertainty.

Broad-based growth across segments

Transaction activity increased across all major asset classes during April, with commercial property deals recording strong growth alongside rising apartment sales and increased plot transactions.

The figures point to a market that continues to demonstrate depth and liquidity, supported by active participation from both end-users and investors across multiple sectors.

Primary market activity remained dominant, underlining sustained investor confidence in Dubai’s development pipeline and the continued appeal of off-plan opportunities.

Primary market remains a key driver

Dubai’s off-plan segment continues to play a major role in supporting transaction volumes, driven by strong demand for newly launched projects and master-planned communities.

The strength of the primary market reflects confidence in the emirate’s long-term growth strategy, supported by infrastructure investment, regulatory transparency and an expanding residential pipeline aligned with Dubai’s urban development ambitions.

Despite shifting global conditions, investor appetite has remained resilient, particularly for premium developments and strategically located projects offering long-term value potential.

Read more: Dubai Off-Plan Apartment Sales Hit $5.36bn in April 2026

Dubai South leads activity as luxury segment strengthens

Dubai South ranked as the top-performing area for the second consecutive month, reinforcing its position as one of the emirate’s fastest-growing development corridors.

At the luxury end of the market, high-value transactions continued to attract attention, including a AED171 million ($46.5 million) apartment sale at Aman Residences Dubai, highlighting sustained demand for ultra-prime branded residences and waterfront developments.

Strong fundamentals continue to support the market

April’s performance reflects a market supported by strong liquidity, diversified demand and continued confidence in Dubai’s long-term economic and real estate outlook.

The combination of rising transaction volumes, active primary sales and resilient luxury activity points to a market driven by structural growth factors rather than short-term speculation.

As Dubai continues to attract global investors, residents and businesses, the emirate’s real estate sector remains positioned as one of the region’s most active and internationally attractive property markets.