Dubai’s residential property market recorded 15,369 transactions worth AED 45.39 billion ($12.36 billion) in February 2026, demonstrating sustained investor appetite across the emirate’s real estate sector despite evolving regional dynamics.
The February figures represent a 9.59% increase in transaction value compared to the same month last year, while transaction volumes rose 2.51% year-on-year, according to data from the Dubai Land Department (DLD). This performance follows January’s exceptional start, when the market recorded AED 55.18 billion ($15.03 billion) in residential sales across 15,756 transactions.
Apartments Dominate as Off-Plan Activity Surges
Apartment sales led February’s activity with 12,620 transactions valued at AED 25.98 billion ($7.07 billion), reflecting continued demand for vertical living in Dubai’s master-planned communities. Townhouse sales reached 1,805 deals worth AED 6.37 billion ($1.73 billion), while the villa segment contributed 993 transactions totalling AED 13.17 billion ($3.59 billion).
Notably, off-plan properties accounted for approximately 62% of total sales in February, with 10,526 transactions recorded. This dominance of off-plan investment signals sustained confidence in Dubai’s development pipeline and regulatory framework.
Top Performing Areas and Luxury Transactions
Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) emerged as the most active community by transaction volume with 1,146 sales, followed by Al Yelayiss 1 (916 deals) and Madinat Al Mataar (828 transactions). Business Bay and Dubai Land Residence Complex (DLRC) rounded out the top five, demonstrating broad-based demand across established and emerging districts.
In value terms, Al Yelayiss 1 led with AED 5.38 billion in sales, while Palm Jumeirah continued to attract ultra-prime buyers with transactions reaching AED 1.89 billion.
The luxury segment delivered headline-grabbing deals, including an apartment at The Alba Residences by Omniyat for AED 225.97 million and a villa at EOME on Palm Jumeirah for AED 115 million. These transactions underscore Dubai’s status as a global destination for high-net-worth individuals seeking premium real estate assets.
Market Maturity Creates Opportunities for Strategic Investors
Industry experts point to a maturing market where price growth is moderating toward sustainable levels. ValuStrat forecasts capital gains of approximately 10% for 2026, down from 19.8% in 2025, with villas and townhouses expected to outperform apartments.
For real estate investors, current conditions present selective opportunities. While overall activity moderated in late February amid regional tensions, the market structure remained intact, with off-plan properties maintaining their dominant share.
Dubai’s population growth — projected to reach 4.7 million residents by end-2026 — continues to underpin long-term housing demand. Combined with GDP growth forecasts of 5% and contained inflation around 2%, the fundamentals supporting property investment remain robust.
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