Holm Developments leads residential activity in Al Satwa in early 2026
Holm Developments has become the most active residential developer in Al Satwa in early 2026, with around 22% of total transactions in the district, according to Dubai Land Department (DLD) data. Between January and April 2026, Al Satwa recorded 658 residential transactions worth AED 1.11 billion, showing consistent demand for homes in this central location. Holm Developments made up 144 of these transactions, placing the company first by volume during the period. The data highlights strong demand for centrally located housing. According to DLD data, off-plan transactions made up 93.35% of total activity, above the Dubai average. Studios and one-bedroom units made up 87.1% of all transactions, with most sales in the AED
Damac Maison Aykon City A Homely Staycation Awaits
DAMAC Maison Aykon City Hotel Apartments invites guests to slow down, settle in and rediscover the art of simply being, with an exclusive staycation package designed for those who want the warmth of home without leaving the city behind. Whether you're a family in need of a home, a couple seeking a quiet retreat, or relocating guest seeking an extended stay in a comfortable space that truly feels like your own, this thoughtfully curated offer delivers everything you need to unwind. From lazy mornings in a generously appointed suite, to family afternoons at the Kids Club, evening films in the Movie Lounge,
Betterhomes Exclusively Launches City Tower, Redefining Long-Term Leasing In Central Dubai
betterhomes, in collaboration with H&H Properties, has announced the exclusive launch of City Tower, a premium long-term leasing address on Sheikh Zayed Road designed for residents seeking greater ease, connectivity, and quality in central Dubai. The 93-storey tower introduces 695 residences, ranging from studios to four-bedroom homes - available to move-in from June 2026. Developed and managed by H&H, City Tower sits within one of Dubai’s most connected urban corridors, positioned between DIFC, Downtown Dubai and Jumeirah, with direct access to Sheikh Zayed Road and a two-minute walk to Emirates Towers Metro. The launch marks a significant addition to Dubai’s long-term leasing market at
Majid Al Futtaim Appoints Al Sahel Contracting As Main Contractor For Distrikt Ghaf Woods
Majid Al Futtaim, a leading developer of shopping malls, communities, retail, and leisure destinations across the Middle East, Africa, and Central Asia, has awarded the main construction contract for Distrikt Ghaf Woods to Al Sahel Contracting, part of the Al Nabooda Group. Valued at over AED 700 million, the contract marks a significant milestone in the project’s advancement and reflects the developer’s continued commitment to delivering world-class residential communities in Dubai. Construction commenced on 13 April 2026, with works now underway across the Distrikt Ghaf Woods site. The award accelerates project delivery and reflects Majid Al Futtaim Development’s confidence in Dubai’s
Dubai Real Estate Sales Hit AED48B In April
The Dubai real estate market showed continued resilience in April, recording 13,977 sales transactions worth AED48 billion. A market update issued today by fäm Properties showed that activity strengthened month-on-month, with sales volume rising 3.5% compared to March, while total sales value increased by 10.7%. The strongest growth came in the commercial sector, including offices and shops, with 561 sales transactions valued at AED4 billion, up 33.9% YoY and 36.2% month-on-month. Apartment sales were also up MoM by 6.5% to 11,377 transactions worth AED24.1 billion, while plotsalesrose 34.7% MoM to 237 deals valued at AED6.6 billion. The average property price per sq ft
Pramana Launches In UAE To Close The Rental Handover Documentation Gap As Market Prepares For Post-Conflict Recovery
Pramana, a Dubai-based PropTech platform, has launched on iOS, Android and online to address one of the most persistent and costly gaps in the UAE rental market: the absence of standardised property condition documentation at move-in and move-out. Tenants across the UAE routinely hand over security deposits with no formal record of a property's condition at the start of a tenancy. When disputes arise at checkout, both sides rely on WhatsApp photographs, verbal agreements, or nothing at all. The result is a growing volume of cases at the Rental Disputes Centre that could have been prevented with a single timestamped, photo-backed
Symbolic Developments Offers Jetour T2 With Every Zen Residences Home In May
Symbolic Developments, in partnership with Elite Group Holding, the UAE distributor of Jetour, has introduced a new offering for buyers of its Symbolic Zen Residences project in Al Furjan. Under this initiative, customers purchasing a home between May 1 and May 31, 2026, will receive a Jetour T2 SUV with their purchase. The initiative was announced following a signing ceremony held in Dubai. Symbolic Zen Residences is the third in a series of developments by Symbolic Developments, designed to reshape how homebuyers in the UAE think about their living space. It has been planned as a low-density residential community focused on
Expert: Residency Amendments Boost Dubai’s Competitiveness And Unlock New Market Demand
Dubai-based W Capital Real Estate Brokerage has released a new analytical study assessing the strategic impact of the amendments to the two-year real estate investor residency requirements in Dubai. The company considers this move a qualitative leap in enhancing the real estate market competitiveness and a confirmation of the emirate’s ability to “outbid itself” through the continuous development of its investment environment. The new amendments announced by the Emirate of Dubai, including abolishing the minimum property value requirement for individual investors (previously AED 750,000) and regulating joint ownership so that each investor's share is no less than AED 400,000, reflect a clear
DHG Properties Breaks Ground On Helvetia Verde In Meydan Horizon
DHG Properties, the Dubai-based developer and part of Swiss real estate and construction group DHG, has officially broken ground on Helvetia Verde, its second residential development in Dubai. With piling and shoring now underway as the first phase of construction, the milestone marks the commencement of works on the 20-storey high-rise in Meydan Horizon, placing the project firmly on track for delivery to homeowners and investors in Q1 2028. Helvetia Verde is strategically positioned within Meydan Horizon, a visionary live-work-play district undergoing one of Dubai’s most ambitious redevelopments. Since launch, 60% of units have already been sold, reflecting strong and sustained
CDS Real Estate Development L.L.C Transfers Its Projects To New Real Estate Project Developer
CDS Real Estate Development L.L.C, a company duly incorporated and operating under the laws of the United Arab Emirates, hereby formally announces its intention to transfer, assign, and delegate all development rights, obligations, liabilities, and responsibilities related to the real estate project known as “CDS WAVE” (the “Project”), which is registered with the Dubai Land Department under Project Registration No. (4167). The proposed transfer shall be made in favor of Crona Development L.L.C, a duly licensed real estate development company, subject to obtaining all necessary approvals from the relevant authorities, including the Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA). This transfer includes, but is not