Emirati Women’s Real Estate Investments in Sharjah Reach $735 Million

SHARJAH, UAE: Emirati women recorded $735 million (AED2.7 billion) in real estate investments in Sharjah between January and August 2026, according to data released by the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department.

According to WAM, the investments covered 3,385 properties owned by 3,737 Emirati women, highlighting their growing participation in the emirate’s property market and confidence in its investment and legislative environment.

The figures were published in a statistical report to coincide with Emirati Women’s Day, with the department highlighting the role of Emirati women in the real estate sector and their increasing focus on building sustainable assets.

Property Ownership and Investment Value Increase

Comparisons between the same periods in 2025 and 2026 showed continued growth across property ownership, the number of Emirati women investors and overall trading value.

The number of properties owned increased from 3,322 in 2025 to 3,385 in 2026, representing growth of 1.9%.

The number of owners rose from 3,586 to 3,737, an increase of 4.2%, while trading value climbed from $708 million (AED2.6 billion) to $735 million (AED2.7 billion), representing growth of 1.2%.

The figures point to continued participation by Emirati women in Sharjah's real estate market as the emirate develops its investment and regulatory environment.

Sharjah Highlights Role of Emirati Women

The Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department said that celebrating Emirati Women’s Day is a moment of pride in the achievements made by UAE women across all sectors.

The department linked these achievements to the National Strategy for Empowerment of Emirati Women (2023–2031), launched by H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, the “Mother of the Nation”, Chairwoman of the General Women's Union (GWU), President of the Supreme Council for Motherhood and Childhood (SCMC), and Supreme Chairwoman of the Family Development Foundation (FDF).

It also highlighted the efforts of H.H. Sheikha Jawaher bint Mohammed Al Qasimi, wife of His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah, to invest in women's capabilities and provide a legislative and societal environment that strengthens their participation.

The department reaffirmed its commitment to continuing this approach to ensure women remain essential partners in the sustainable development and economic renaissance witnessed by the UAE.