Dubai Property Market Sales Overview - Monday, 26 January 2026
Total Sales Value and Volume
On Monday, 26 January 2026, the Dubai property market demonstrated robust activity, with a total transaction volume reaching 966 transactions. These transactions collectively accounted for a staggering 4.2 billion AED in sales value, reflecting continuing investor confidence in Dubai’s real estate sector and its dynamic growth trajectory.
The volume of nearly one thousand sale transactions in a single day signals a healthy liquidity within the market and a diverse buyer base ranging from individual investors and end-users to developers eager to capitalize on Dubai’s unparalleled real estate demand. Furthermore, the considerable total sales value not only indicates the diversity in property price points across different segments but also highlights a significant presence of high-value property sales pushing the market’s overall worth upwards.
Such figures reaffirm Dubai's position as a global real estate hotspot, attracting both regional and international stakeholders who view the city as a premier investment hub, supported by its strategic location, business-friendly regulations, and continuous urban development.
The Most Prominent Transactions
Analyzing the market’s most prominent transactions sheds light on emerging trends and shifts in buyer preferences. Leading the high-value transactions were plots and villas in prestigious locations such as Nad Al Hamar, Al Thanyah Fifth, and MeAisem Second. Notably, primary market activity by developers remains a commanding force, especially in villa projects across Dubai Hills, Jumeirah Golf Estates, and MeAisem Second.
Primary market villas sold a remarkable 1.4 billion AED in volume across 212 units, underscoring sustained demand for newly built premium villas. In particular, Jumeirah Golf Estates Phase B contributed significantly with 201 million AED in sales from 11 villas, demonstrating buyer confidence in master-planned communities and luxury lifestyle enclaves.
Apartment sales on the primary market maintain steady momentum as well, with 91 units sold generating a combined 231.4 million AED. Leading this segment was Al Wasl with 28 apartments sold for 118.7 million AED, indicating strong residential demand in highly connected urban districts.
Resale properties also featured prominently, especially luxury villas in established neighborhoods like Arabian Ranches - Saheel and Nad Al Sheba Gardens. Their consistent trade suggests a healthy secondary market balancing new developments, providing buyers with a broad spectrum of choices across price points.
Additionally, high-value plot sales notably include a 340 million AED transaction in Island 2—a standout single transaction reflecting the market’s appetite for prime land parcels intended for exclusive development projects.
The Most Expensive Properties Sold
The luxury property market, defined here by properties exceeding 10 million AED, saw some impressive marquee sales that not only highlight Dubai’s premium real estate appeal but also reflect the diversity of offerings—from expansive land plots to opulent villas.
- Nad Al Hamar dominated with a sprawling 48,463 sqft plot sold on the primary market by a developer for 49.9 million AED, illustrating ongoing interest in large land acquisitions suitable for bespoke developments.
- Another substantial plot sale in Nad Al Hamar, comprising 47,518 sqft, changed hands at 41.7 million AED, also on the primary market, further underscoring the area's attractiveness as an investment corridor.
- Luxury villas commanded commanding prices, such as the 12,693 sqft villa in Al Thanyah Fifth reselling for 41 million AED, suggesting demand for spacious, ready-to-move-in homes in prestigious residential districts.
- Island 2’s 26,269 sqft plot resale transaction at an extraordinary 340 million AED marks the single most expensive deal of the day by value, reflecting ultra-prime real estate focused on exclusive private island development.
- In other villa transactions, regions like Wadi Al Safa 3 and MeAisem Second commanded between 28 million AED and 32 million AED, reaffirming elevated pricing for luxury homes within gated communities.
Collectively, these high-value sales speak to a stratified market where prime-land and luxury villas remain the cornerstone of Dubai’s premium real estate portfolio. They also highlight the parallel streams of new developments and resale markets feeding demand at the higher end of the pricing spectrum.
Sale Summary
The day’s sale activity presents a balanced outlook across multiple property types, sale stages, and projects. Primary market apartments achieved notable sales, with top contributions from
Al Wasl (28 units, 118.7M AED), Palace Residences Hillside A (17 units, 41.1M AED), and The Haven II (17 units, 19.9M AED). This diversified activity in apartment sales signals a healthy appetite for varied residential formats catering to professionals, families, and investors alike.
The villa segment recorded an impressive 1.4 billion AED in total primary market sales across 212 villas, underscoring its dominance. Besides Jumeirah Golf Estates and Dubai Hills, developing projects such as Reportage Village 1 and Dubai Investment Park Second also contributed meaningfully, indicating the expanding villa market’s depth and reach.
The resale market remains active with premium apartments and villas changing hands—most notably in branded residences like Kempinski Residences and flourishing communities such as Arabian Ranches - Saheel and Meadows 1. This ongoing turnover reinforces the vibrant secondary market essential for market sustainability.
Plot sales had sensationally high-value transactions primarily in Nad Al Hamar and Island 2, reflecting land as an increasingly coveted asset class for future development opportunities.
New Projects
Dubai’s development pipeline continues to grow with several high-profile projects launched in the last six months steadily moving toward handover in the coming years. Key projects shaping the future landscape include:
- Vida Residences Club Point - Building A (Launched 20/09/24, Handover 28/02/29), presenting a long-term investment opportunity in a luxurious lifestyle community.
- Porto View, Pier Point 1, and Pier Point 2 (all launched 18/09/24, handing over in late 2028), which promise waterfront living with modern amenities.
- Luminar Tower 2 (Launched 16/09/24, Handover 27/10/26) and Beach Walk Residences 3 by Imtiaz (Launched 06/09/24, Handover 14/06/26), which target premium urban and beachfront lifestyles.
- Ashton Park Residences - The Second (Launched 26/08/24, Handover 31/12/25) and Cove Edition Residence 1 by Imtiaz (Launched 19/08/24, Handover 25/08/26) cater to discerning buyers seeking integrated community living.
- AZIZI VENICE 11 and Ocean Pearl by SD - 2 (both launched mid-August 2024) continue to enhance Dubai’s diverse residential offerings through innovative design and excellent locations.
These projects underscore Dubai’s commitment to expanding and diversifying its residential portfolio, offering investors and homeowners modern options with timely handover schedules aligned with market demand cycles.
Overall Market Review
The Dubai property market on 26 January 2026 displayed remarkable strength and breadth, with 966 transactions totaling a massive 4.2 billion AED in sales value. This underscores a highly active marketplace sustained by a fusion of new developments, resale activity, and significant high-net-worth property transactions.
High-value luxury sales—especially the landmark 340 million AED plot sale in Island 2 and multiple multi-million AED luxury villas—highlight Dubai’s enduring allure as a magnet for affluent buyers seeking exclusivity and luxury.
Meanwhile, the steady sales volume of apartments and villas, coupled with a diverse pipeline of new projects, signals a balanced ecosystem fostering continued growth. Dubai's real estate market is evidently well-positioned to maintain its leadership in the global property arena, fueled by confident buyers, visionary developers, and a robust regulatory environment designed to attract sustainable investment.