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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

In the presence of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Sobha Realty announced a contribution of AED500 million for an endowment supporting the Arab Reading Challenge initiative. The initiative aims to promote reading, learning, and knowledge acquisition as an expression of cultural identity and a daily habit among students, and to strengthen the status of the Arabic language as a vessel of thought and culture and a core component of identity. It also advances the mission of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI) to create

DAMAC International, a global leader in luxury real estate, has officially announced its entry into the Iraqi real estate market by launching Phase One of its new master community, DAMAC Hills Baghdad, featuring three clusters: Misk, Fayrouz, and Lamar. DAMAC Hills Baghdad is part of a larger development that spans 6.2 million square meters. The community is situated in a prime location facing Abbas Ibn Firnas Square, just five minutes by car from Baghdad International Airport and nearby universities, 10 minutes from the Green Zone and Al-Mansour district, and 15 minutes from the city’s leading hotels. As DAMAC International’s first project in Iraq, the

Imtiaz Developments, one of Dubai’s fastest-growing private developers and a design-led leader in luxury real estate, has completed the early handover of Pearl House II in Jumeirah Village Circle—delivered three months ahead of schedule. The milestone follows the early handover of Pearl House I just two months prior and underscores Imtiaz’s discipline in precision, quality, and on-time delivery. Imtiaz’s growth engine now spans more than 40 active projects and a development pipeline exceeding AED 10 billion, including an AED 3 billion expansion in Meydan. The company continues to strengthen its presence across Dubai Islands, JVC, Dubailand, and Meydan. Pearl House series in

Walking distance from Dubai Hills Estate and just a stroll from Dubai Hills Mall, Dubai Mansions is set to rise within Emaar Hills, the city’s newest and most prestigious master-planned community. Developed with a total value of AED 100 billion and comprising 40,000 ultra-luxury residences, Emaar Hills redefines urban sophistication and contemporary living in Dubai. Every element of Dubai Mansions has been crafted to embody elegance, indulgence, and convenience, offering residents a lifestyle where daily living feels effortless, enriching, and inspiring. The project features a limited collection of ultra-luxury mansions ranging from 10,000 to 20,000 square feet, each reflecting timeless architectural

Nakheel, a member of Dubai Holding Real Estate, has announced the launch of an exclusive new collection of waterfront villas at Palm Jebel Ali, marking a new chapter in the evolution of Dubai’s most ambitious island development. With construction progressing at pace, this milestone release unveils 11 architecturally distinct villa styles across The Beach and The Coral Collections – each offering a unique expression of contemporary coastal living. Designed in partnership with globally renowned architectural studios, every design is named to reflect its architectural style and character – prioritising space, natural light and an enhanced connection to the sea. Residents will

Azizi Developments, one of the UAE’s leading private developers, has commenced the handover of Azizi Vista, its contemporary residential development strategically situated in Dubai Studio City. This milestone marks yet another accomplishment in Azizi’s proven track record of timely delivery and construction excellence. Azizi Vista now stands as avibrant addition to Dubai’s evolving residential landscape. The development offers a stylish collection of studios, one-, and two-bedroom apartments, thoughtfully designed to provide residents with a modern living experience defined by comfort, convenience, and seamless connectivity. Mr. Farhad Azizi, Group CEO of Azizi Group, said:“The delivery of Azizi Vista fills us with pride —

Sobha Realty has announced the launch of Sobha AquaCrest, the second residential cluster within its landmark Downtown UAQ | Sobha Realty masterplan; a transformative USD 20 billion coastal destination that is redefining the urban and architectural landscape of Umm Al Quwain. Spanning 25 million square feet, Downtown UAQ | Sobha Realty stands among the most ambitious coastal masterplans in the Northern Emirates, featuring seven kilometers of uninterrupted beachfront and a total coastline of eleven kilometers. Upon completion, it will accommodate over 150,000 residents and offer a blend of luxury residences, marinas, retail boulevards, offices, hospitality, and leisure zones, all designed to elevate beachfront living

REEF Luxury Developments, the Dubai-based pioneer in innovative real estate solutions, has officially broken ground on REEF 999, a AED 300 million residential project located in Al Furjan. The milestone marks another step in the company’s commitment to redefining modern living through functional design and sustainable innovation. The project will feature the company’s patented outdoor-cooled Sunken Balcony and the Winter Garden, providing residents with comfortable, livable outdoor spaces year-round, even during Dubai’s peak summer months. REEF 999 will comprise 142 residences, in a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, as well as exclusive Sky Villas that feature private Winter Gardens. Inspired

Dubai's residential real estate market continued to demonstrate its strength and resilience in Q3 2025, recording 56,015 transactions worth AED 138.3 billion. Despite a 6.4% dip in value quarter-on-quarter, total sales volume surged 11.4%, underscoring sustained demand and investor confidence across key segments. Apartments and off-plan stay in front Apartment sales soared to AED 93 billion this quarter, marking the highest value ever recorded in Dubai's residential market. Volumes climbed 22% to 48,646 units, driven largely by off-plan apartment sales, which jumped 35% quarter-on-quarter. Off-plan transactions accounted for 70% of total sales volume and 59% of value, the strongest contributions on record.