October 2025

Amirah Developments, an emerging property developer in Dubai, has announced that nearly 80 percent of the units at Bonds Avenue Residences - its inaugural project - has been sold out within few months of launch. Located on Dubai Islands, one of Dubai’s highly-anticipated real estate hotspots, Bonds Avenue Residences is a luxury development that makes quality living affordable and accessible. Boasting sweeping views of the Arabian Gulf and a comprehensive array of amenities that support modern lifestyle, Bonds Avenue Residences is redefining the taste of homeowners with its curated collection of homes which range from one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments to

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has announced that Beachfront I in Azizi Riviera, its French Mediterranean-inspired waterfront community in Meydan, MBR City, has now reached 81% completion. Beachfront I’s structures and blockwork are fully complete, with internal plastering now at 98%. Tiling works have reached 80%, while HVAC and MEP installations stand at 90% and 81% respectively. Façade works are at 59%, elevator works at 58%, and overall finishes have progressed to 68%. External and swimming pool works are in the earlier stages of 31% and 21%. Supported by a workforce of 3,700, construction remains firmly on

A milestone that brings India's leading luxury developer to the UAE. Founded in 2002 with a vision to introduce a global lifestyle to Pune, Panchshil has delivered approximately 35 million sq. ft. of prime developments and is currently shaping another 43 million sq. ft. across office parks, high-end residential communities, luxury hotels, retail, and data centres. Its portfolio features city-defining landmarks such as EON Free Zone, the International Convention Centre, and World Trade Center Pune, alongside acclaimed residential addresses including yoopune by Philippe Starck, Trump Towers Pune, and Panchshil Towers. In hospitality, the developer's work includes The Ritz-Carlton Pune, JW Marriott

Knight Frank has advised on the sale of the 230 key Revier Hotel in Business Bay, acting on behalf of Fortimo Group, a Swiss developer. The hotel has been acquired by a European investor. Having opened in 2021, the hotel combines contemporary Swiss design with a lifestyle setting and operates under the Swiss-born Revier brand, in a well connected Business Bay location, near Downtown Dubai. The hotel will be repositioned and rebranded under the Barceló Hotel Group, marking another step in the Spanish group's regional expansion strategy and reinforcing Dubai's position as one of the most active hotel investment markets in the

Idealist Real Estate, the Dubai-based luxury property company, has entered a strategic partnership with Citi Developers to integrate institutional-grade crypto payment technology into real estate transactions, through Xerime DMCC, reinforcing Dubai’s positioning as the most advanced regulated jurisdiction for virtual assets globally. Xerime DMCC’s approach to real estate and digital assets is built on proprietary trading, where the company uses only its own capital. This eliminates the need for client custody or third-party intermediaries, ensuring every transaction remains fully transparent and straightforward. This marks the first real estate–crypto collaboration unveiled at Blockchain Life Forum which is aligned with the UAE’s national digital

Palma Development, one of the pioneering developers in the UAE real estate industry, has announced that Serenia Living, its AED 3 billion ultra-premium beachfront development, currently valued at over AED 6 billion, on the crescent of Palm Jumeirah, has reached 94% completion. This milestone marks a significant step toward final delivery of one of Dubai's most coveted projects, further reinforcing Palma's dedication to timely project delivery. Serenia Living is a uniquely designed development featuring 226 exclusive residences, including two-, three-, and four-bedroom apartments, full-floor and half-floor penthouses, and one of Dubai’s most exclusive Sky Mansions. The project’s high-end amenities include one

Property Finder, the MENA region’s leading property platform, announced today that it has entered into an agreement with Ares Credit funds (“Ares”) in connection with a $250 million debt financing commitment. “This financing marks another important milestone in our journey to build the region’s most trusted and intelligent property platform,” said Michael Lahyani, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Property Finder. “The support of world-class financial partners underlines the strength of our business and the scale of the opportunity ahead. This transaction allows us to accelerate our growth in the region through investments in product innovation, AI-driven solutions, marketing & branding

Property Finder, the MENA region’s largest property platform, has announced its investment in Stake, reinforcing its commitment to supporting the growth of innovative technology companies that are transforming the region’s real estate sector. Stake, one of the Middle East’s fastest-growing digital real estate investment platforms, enables users to invest in fractional property ownership and private real estate funds starting from as little as AED 500. The company, which won the Proptech of the Year award at the 2024 Property Finder Awards, has quickly become a standout example of how technology can make property investment more accessible, transparent, and liquid. The investment

Mantra Properties’ latest ultra-luxury development, Jacob & Co Residences, in collaboration with the iconic watch and jewelry brand Jacob & Co, has achieved a record-breaking milestone, registering over AED 300 million in sales within just 12 hours of its launch. The remarkable response marks a historic moment for Al Marjan Island, setting a new benchmark as the fastest-selling project on the island to date. The exclusive AED 400 million branded development witnessed an overwhelming demand from investors and high-net-worth individuals, underscoring the UAE’s continued dominance as a hub for branded luxury living. Over 80% of investors’ interest came from expatriate residents

Sobha Realty continues to redefine the luxury real estate experience through its ongoing digital transformation journey, integrating technology at every customer touchpoint.Building on its existing debit and credit card payment options, the company has introduced the Domestic Wire Transfer (Net Banking) feature on its leading ONE Sobha App, further elevating convenience and reinforcing its position as an industry leader in innovation and customer-centricity. This feature empowers customers to complete property transactions with enhanced transparency, security, and convenience. It represents a significant step in Sobha Realty’s commitment to streamlining and modernizing the real estate journey, ensuring that every interaction, from discovery to