Undoubtedly, United Arab Emirates (UAE) real estate market has been one of the strongest in the world over the recent years. It emerged from 2025 with a strong momentum which is likely to continue in 2026.

What is behind its success story? According to Mr. Francis Alfred, managing director of Sobha Realty, sustained demand in the property sector was driven by UAE’s long-standing, progressive economic architecture, in particular, (i) political and regulatory stability with low taxation, (ii) ongoing population growth, (iii) inflows of global talent and capital, and (iv) a long-term national planning. 

All these ingredients brought about the property market’s maturity. Mr. Alfred notes, buyers became more discerning, placing greater emphasis on quality and long‑term value, contrary to expectations of a cautious, wait‑and‑see stance, “one of the most notable surprises over the past 12 months was the decisiveness of buyers”, observing that purchasers were decisive whenever the proposition was credible and well‑defined, and the decision‑making shifted “away from short‑term price considerations toward construction quality, delivery assurance, and developer credibility.” 

Given the above solid fundamentals, we expect that the UAE real estate market will in 2026 remain strong and one of the world’s most resilient property destinations despite geopolitical and global economic uncertainty. Let’s wait and see at the end of the year. 

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