Transactions Hit Historic Highs in 2026

Dubai has kicked off 2026 with a record-breaking performance in its real estate sector, marking the strongest January in the emirate's history. According to data released by the Dubai Land Department (DLD), property transactions reached an unprecedented Dh107.96 billion, nearly doubling the Dh57.89 billion recorded in January last year.

This remarkable 86.5% year-on-year growth reflects the continued confidence of global investors and end-users in Dubai's long-term vision, economic stability, and investor-friendly policies.

Record-Breaking Sales Performance

Sales activity alone reached Dh70.05 billion, the highest monthly sales value ever recorded in Dubai's property market. A total of 16,858 sales deals were completed during January, representing a 20.38% increase compared to 14,003 transactions in the same period last year.

Overall real estate transactions climbed to 21,884 deals, up 17.27% year-on-year, further cementing Dubai's position as one of the world's most dynamic property markets.

Strong Mortgage & Transfer Activity

Mortgage registrations also remained robust, with Dh32.04 billion recorded across 4,160 transactions, while property gifts accounted for Dh5.87 billion through 826 transactions—highlighting sustained activity across all segments of the market.

Top Performing Areas in January

Several locations stood out as top performers in January, with Al Rowaiyah 1 leading at Dh6.31 billion, followed by Meydan 2 at Dh6.04 billion. Other notable areas including Al Yalayis 1, Business Bay, and Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Gardens each exceeded Dh3 billion in sales value.