Cheval Collection, the award-winning, UK-based luxury hospitality company, has moved into the branded residences sector with Cheval Residences Dubai Islands. The exclusive beachfront property – Cheval’s third in Dubai and fifth in the Middle East – marks a pivotal milestone in the company’s regional expansion plan, which includes further growth in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and other Gulf markets. The project is a three-way partnership between Cheval Collection, Dubai-based AVENEW Development and Wadeen Developers, with anticipated completion in 2029. Mohammed Alawadhi, Managing Director, Cheval Collection, said: “Our expansion into the branded residences sector is a natural progression for Cheval Collection, which […]

The UAE real estate sector recorded robust performance during the first quarter of 2026, underscoring growing confidence among local and international investors in the market’s stability, adaptability to evolving conditions, and its capacity to sustain growth and deliver rewarding returns over the medium and long term. Real estate markets across the UAE witnessed notable growth in the first three months of 2026, with official figures from Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman underscoring the country’s status as a prominent global hub for property investment. In Dubai, the Dubai Land Department reported continued strong market activity, with 718,160 real estate transactions […]

AMIS Development has recently received another tranche of funding from a leading Singaporean investment fund, further solidifying the ongoing partnership between the Dubai-based developer and the fund. Such investments and the continued flow of global capital into Dubai are vital in maintaining robust market liquidity. Despite shifting geopolitical and economic conditions, the continued investment from Singapore demonstrates the strong international confidence in Dubai’s stability, long-term growth, and its position as a global hub for real estate investment. The newly deployed capital will support the continued expansion of AMIS Development’s robust portfolio, including the highly anticipated residential project in Meydan, designed […]

Nakheel, a member of Dubai Holding Real Estate, has awarded an AED 527 million contract to Al Nasr Contracting Company for primary infrastructure and utilities works on Island B at Dubai Islands, advancing delivery of the emirate’s major coastal expansion project. The works will establish the essential infrastructure platform required to unlock residential, hospitality and mixed-use development across Island B. The scope includes roads and paving, potable water, electrical and telecom networks, drainage and sewage systems, and integration with the District Cooling Plant network, alongside technical coordination with Island A. The infrastructure works incorporate resilient, future-ready utility systems designed to […]

Dubai’s leading developers have already sold the vast majority of homes scheduled for delivery in 2026, while buyers have also snapped up 71.45% of the city’s total off-plan pipeline due for completion between 2026 and 2029. A market analysis issued by fäm Properties today reveals a sustained alignment between supply and demand across one of the most active launch periods in the emirate’s history, maintaining an historic absorption rate that leaves other major global cities far behind. Data from DXBinteract shows that in 2026 alone, ten of Dubai’s major developers are scheduled to deliver 43,217 units, of which 41,015 are already […]

Dubai’s rental market indicators in the first quarter (Q1) of 2026 demonstrate sustained stability, supported by strong regulatory and economic fundamentals. The market continues to show steady activity within a dynamic environment that adapts efficiently and reinforces confidence. This performance reflects the UAE leadership’s proactive vision and renewed directives to enhance the readiness and resilience of economic sectors, reinforcing sustainable growth, strengthening investor confidence, and underscoring Dubai’s ability to maintain balanced economic growth. According to data from the Dubai Land Department, the total value of rental contracts during Q1 2026 reached AED32.2 billion, reflecting a sustained pace of activity, supported […]

Dubai’s real estate market recorded 3,308 resale transactions worth AED15.39 billion in March, delivering a net gain of AED4.6 billion for long-term investors. A market analysis issued today by fäm Properties also revealed that 36,658 residential tenancy contracts worth AED3.16 billion were registered during the month, two-thirds of which were renewals. Data from DXBinteract, meanwhile, showed that average rents for new residential contracts rose 7% year-on-year in March, led by the villa segment where rents surged 15.9%. “The first two months of the year were very strong, and despite the current regional tensions, March has produced some genuinely positive results,” […]

Wasl Group, one of Dubai’s leading real estate developers, has announced the opening of Central Park, one of the largest parks within a residential community in the emirate, at Wasl Gate, its master-planned community in Jebel Ali. The launch introduces Central Park as a landmark destination for both residents and the wider public, designed to enhance community living, family wellbeing, and shared outdoor experiences. At the heart of Wasl Gate, Central Park has been designed as a shared space where daily life unfolds outdoors, from movement and activity to moments of pause and gathering. Covering approximately 82,700 sqm, the park […]

CRC (Commercial Real Estate Consultants) has officially released its Q1 2026 Commercial Property Market Report, detailing a significant evolution in Dubai’s commercial landscape. The findings point toward a market entering a phase of “strategic maturation,” where a deliberate move from volume-driven to value-driven acquisitions has pushed capital values to historic highs, even as the market experiences a slight cooling in overall transaction frequency following the record-breaking close of 2025. The report highlights that while total commercial units sold dipped by 3% to 3,619 transactions, the market remains fundamentally robust. Total sales value for the quarter reached AED 37.9 billion, representing an […]