September 2025

Football icon Florent Malouda, former Chelsea and French national team star, visited The Sustainable City – Yiti alongside Ahmad and Mohammed Adlouni, founders of Prime Talent Sports Academy (PTSA). The delegation was welcomed by Mahmoud Shehada, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer, The Sustainable City – Yiti, at the project’s offices near Muscat. During the visit, Malouda and the delegation were introduced to The Sustainable City – Yiti’s masterplan and innovative design, which integrates sustainable housing, education, leisure, and wellness within a future ready urban environment. The presentation also highlighted the state-of-the-art sports and wellbeing infrastructure, featuring a wide range of indoor

GJ Properties and Emirates Islamic, one of the leading Islamic financial institutions in the UAE, have announced a strategic partnership to facilitate project financing and escrow services  for The Biltmore Residences – Al Sufouh in Dubai, a luxury residential project development inspired by the iconic Biltmore Hotel in Los Angeles. Emirates Islamic's escrow services will ensure secure and transparent financial transactions, regulating cash flows to align with the project's timeline. This collaboration underscores the critical role of advanced, regulated financial systems in Dubai's luxury real estate market, especially for elite and international buyers. Supported by Emirates Islamic's advanced digital banking solutions,

The latest analysis by eXp Dubai shows that property transactions have risen sharply over the summer, with volumes increasing by 26% in the last four months compared with the first four months of the year. The analysis by eXp Dubai of official Government data from the Dubai Land Department looked at all residential unit types sold across the market and how market momentum has shifted over the course of the year so far. The analysis shows that while monthly transactions dipped by -4.5% between July and August 2025, this was consistent with the seasonal summer slowdown typically seen across the market. Looking at a broader

Palma Development, one of the pioneering developers in the UAE real estate industry, has achieved a milestone at the Arabian Property Awards 2025, earning honours in all three categories it entered. This success reflects the company’s dedication to creating world-class residences that balance architectural excellence, refined interiors, and vibrant lifestyle-focused communities. Two of Palma’s landmark projects stood out at the ceremony, both recognised for property development. Serenia Living, located on Palm Jumeirah, secured the award for ‘Apartment/Condominium Development Dubai’, and West Residence, part of the Serenia District community at Jumeirah Islands, was honoured in the ‘Residential High-Rise Development Dubai’ category. In

Dubai Land Department has launched a bold new programme aimed at first-time homebuyers, a move that leading developers say could be a catalyst for long-term growth, increased homeownership among UAE residents, and renewed interest in real estate among younger generations. Badar Rashid Alblooshi, Chairman of Arabian Gulf Properties, hailed the initiative as a strategic milestone in the evolution of the market:“This programme comes at a time when the concept of ownership is being redefined. Younger generations—especially digital natives—have been increasingly drawn to fluid, high-risk assets like cryptocurrency and equities, leaving traditional real estate sidelined. What DLD has done is reframe real

In a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence and client satisfaction, NOVVI Properties is thrilled to announce that we have been awarded the prestigious "Agency of the Month" for August 2025 by Dubizzle, the UAE's leading property portal. This significant recognition from a platform as influential as Dubizzle distinguishes NOVVI Properties among the top-performing real estate agencies in Dubai's highly competitive market. The award is a direct result of our team's dedication, innovative use of technology, and a client-centric approach that consistently delivers outstanding results. Setting a New Standard in Dubai Real Estate The Dubizzle Agency of the Month award is presented

Wasl Group, one of Dubai’s leading real estate developers and the pioneer in developing golf course communities, unveiled the success of its sales event for Ashwood Estates, its latest freehold project within Jumeirah Golf Estates, The Next Chapter. The event drew remarkable interest from high-net-worth buyers and investors, underlining the strong demand for ultra-luxury resort living. Ashwood Estates: Redefining Regal Living As part of the landmark expansion of Jumeirah Golf Estates, Ashwood Estates introduces 185 ultra-luxury golf villas, offering a selection of four, five, and six-bedroom layouts, with completion set for December 2028. Each villa is meticulously designed to elevate everyday living. A sculptural

Aldar today announced the launch of Rise by Athlon, an  apartment community in Dubai comprising eight uniquely themed buildings that offer residents bespoke amenities for health, fitness, and wellbeing. Overlooking Athlon’s expansive central park, the development seamlessly integrates into the masterplan’s movement-first design and connected lifestyle and builds on the successful launch of villas and townhouses in 2024. Developed as part of a joint venture with Dubai Holding, Rise by Athlon addresses customer demand for residences that support active and well-rounded lifestyles with more than 1,200 one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments that prioritise space and functionality. The contemporary architectural designs, reflects

Both sales and leasing trends highlight how demand remains strong across apartments, villas, and townhouses, with both investors and end-users fueling the growth. Sales activity eased slightly in August, with 17,710 transactions, down 5.9% from July. The total value of deals reached AED 42 billion, reflecting an 18.6% monthly dip. Yet, when compared to August 2024, both transaction volumes and values were up by a solid 10%, highlighting the market's steady year-on-year strength. Despite the seasonal slowdown, prices held firm, with the average sales price per square foot edging up 2.1% to AED 1,932. This resilience shows that while monthly figures

AVIAAN, a new real estate development firm, has made its debut in the UAE market with a strong customer-centric vision. Leveraging two decades of market expertise,the developer is committed to delivering properties that drive superior returns for investors. Founded by Gaurav Aidasani, a renowned industry veteran with a billion-dollar track record in sales and over 18 years of experience, AVIAAN is set to deliver an exceptional portfolio of projects valued at AED 1.7 billion across multiple strategic locations in Dubai. AVIAAN’s entry into the competitive UAE market marks a natural progression for Aidasani, who is widely known for his role in building