Dubai Property Market Daily Sales Overview – Thursday, 5 March 2026
Total Sales Value and Volume
Dubai’s property market continued to demonstrate robust activity on Thursday, 5 March 2026, with a total of
555 transactions recorded across the city. These transactions collectively amounted to an impressive
1.7 billion AED in value. This volume signifies sustained buyer confidence and points towards a balanced
market where both liquidity and substantial capital investments coexist.
The transaction count of 555 continues to reflect a consistent appetite for property in Dubai, signaling healthy market
dynamics not just among everyday buyers but also high-net-worth individuals seeking premium assets. This blend of volume
and value underlines a market that is vibrant and balanced, where there is demand for properties across different price
segments, from affordable apartments to luxury villas and prime plots. Such figures suggest a steady flow of capital into
Dubai’s real estate sector, underscoring its appeal as a global investment destination.
The Most Prominent Transactions
The sale activity on this day was notably highlighted by landmark transactions in some of Dubai’s most coveted areas, reflecting
the diverse nature of the city’s real estate palette. From sprawling apartments in the exclusive Marsa Dubai and the iconic
Burj Khalifa to sizable plots in burgeoning regions like Warsan Fourth, the day witnessed a wide spectrum of deals that
showcase the evolving preferences of buyers.
The primary market (developer sales) continues to attract significant interest, especially for apartments and villas in large
master-planned projects. This demonstrates that both end-users and investors are eager to acquire new properties directly from
developers, betting on future appreciation and the promise of high-quality infrastructure.
On the resale side, luxury apartments and villas in areas such as Palm Jumeirah and Al Merkadh commanded remarkable attention,
indicating the continued value attached to established, prestigious neighborhoods offering exclusivity, premium amenities, and
prime locations. The transaction diversity spanning plots, apartments, and villas highlights a dynamic market where land
acquisition remains crucial alongside completed property ownership.
The Most Expensive Properties Sold
The luxury segment showcased a striking performance on 5 March 2026 with several high-value deals surpassing the
10 million AED threshold, emphasizing Dubai’s position as a hotspot for ultra-premium real estate.
- Marsa Dubai: A commanding apartment of 15,097 sqft sold for an extraordinary 62.3 million AED
on the primary market, becoming the highest-valued transaction of the day. This underscores Marsa Dubai’s emergence as a prime
luxury waterfront community.
- Warsan Fourth: A massive plot measuring 26,666 sqft changed hands in the primary market for 45 million AED,
spotlighting the strong developer interest in land acquisition for future high-end projects outside the typical city-center ring.
- Palm Jumeirah: Supporting the trend for iconic addresses, a large 7,888 sqft apartment was resold for
40 million AED, demonstrating enduring demand for properties with unparalleled lifestyle offerings and sea views.
- Al Merkadh: A spacious villa spanning 12,788 sqft fetched 40 million AED on resale, reflecting high demand
for luxurious standalone homes in tranquil, upscale neighborhoods.
- Burj Khalifa: A primary market apartment of 5,234 sqft commanded 34.2 million AED, affirming the world-renowned
tower’s magnetic pull among investors and residents seeking icon status.
- Other luxury sales include properties in Al Wasl (31.5M AED), a second Marsa Dubai apartment at 29.4M AED,
Naif and Nad Al Shiba plot transactions ranging between 24.7M and 27M AED, and prestigious developments in Zaabeel Second.
These marquee sales illustrate a vibrant upper echelon within the market, where high-net-worth individuals continue to invest sizeable capital in
prime real estate assets, either for lifestyle purposes or as stable, appreciating investments.
Sale Summary
The breakdown of sales by property type and project reveals stimulating activity across primary and resale markets:
- Primary Market Apartments led by strong performers like “Sierra by Iman” (20 units, 23.2M AED) and “Hado by Beyond Tower C”
(9 units, 40.3M AED), confirming consistent demand for new launches.
- Other noteworthy primary apartment projects include the “Business Park” with 8 transactions totaling 30.7M AED, and “Damac City 2” contributing
23.1M AED from 8 sales.
- Primary Market Villas showed exceptional momentum, particularly “Al Yelayiss 1” with 27 sales generating a remarkable 93.4M AED in volume.
This indicates robust buyer interest in villas, likely driven by lifestyle preferences favoring spacious homes. Supporting projects like “Living Legends” (5 sales, 40.4M AED)
also emphasize strength in this segment.
- Resale Apartments exhibited modest but consistent activity, with smaller volumes reported in projects like Binghatti Apex and Skyz by Danube, reflecting ongoing interest in secondary market options.
- Resale Villas sustained interest with transactions in established communities such as Maha Townhouses (3 units, 9.6M AED) and Albarari Ixora Villas (2 units, 15M AED),
indicating a healthy floor for luxury villa resales.
- Plots retained buyer attention, with significant deals in Jebel Ali Hills and Damac Hills, as well as standout large plot sales in International City, Naif, and Nad Al Shiba First,
underscoring demand for land as a critical asset class within Dubai’s real estate landscape.
The blend of multiple transactions across various projects and property types reaffirms a market supported by diverse buyer profiles – from end-users to investors, and from affordable units to multi-million dirham villas and plots.
New Projects
Several new project launches continue to shape the evolving real estate horizon of Dubai, offering buyers future-ready investment opportunities and varying handover timelines:
- Vida Residences Club Point - Building A: Launched on 20/09/24 with handover projected for 28/02/29, this development targets the premium apartment segment, leveraging the Vida brand’s hospitality-driven appeal.
- Porto View, Pier Point 1, and Pier Point 2: Each launched on 18/09/24, with handovers due 31/10/28, these projects are strategically positioned to meet demand for convenient urban living complemented by waterfront vistas.
- Luminar Tower 2: Launched on 16/09/24 and set for handover on 27/10/26, offering modern high-rise living in a fast-developing locale.
- Beach Walk Residences 3 by Imtiaz: Launched 06/09/24 with an imminent handover date of 14/06/26, this project combines beachside luxury with lifestyle amenities.
- Earlier launched projects such as Ashton Park Residences - The Second (handover 31/12/25), Cove Edition Residence 1 by Imtiaz, and AZIZI Venice 11
continue to attract attention with mid-term delivery windows, catering to varying buyer investment horizons.
- Ocean Pearl by SD - 2: Launched 13/08/24 with handover scheduled for 31/03/27, this project expands choices in the evolving real estate market.
These new launches signify sustained developer confidence in Dubai’s property market and commitment to offering diversified products catering to a wide spectrum of buyers—from luxury seekers to investors focused on mid to long-term returns.
Overall Market Review
On Thursday, 5 March 2026, Dubai’s real estate market displayed remarkable resilience and vibrancy with a total sales volume of 555 transactions and a staggering total value of
1.7 billion AED. The day was characterized by several headline-grabbing luxury sales, including a monumental 62.3 million AED apartment in Marsa Dubai and a 45 million AED
plot in Warsan Fourth, which alone highlight the appetite for prime assets and big-ticket investments.
Momentum in primary markets, especially in apartment and villa segments, confirms ongoing buyer enthusiasm toward new launches, providing healthy liquidity and project viability for developers. Simultaneously, resale transactions in prestigious locations such as Palm Jumeirah and Al Merkadh underline sustained demand for established luxury real estate.
The market’s plot sales also demonstrate a significant underlying confidence in land ownership as a strategic asset, critical for both residential developers and investors seeking development opportunities.
Meanwhile, fresh project launches provide a fertile pipeline, ensuring Dubai remains attractive long-term for investors and homeowners alike. Overall, the combination of high-value transactions, strong sales volumes, and strategic future developments paint a positive, growth-oriented picture for the Dubai property market moving forward.