MBHRE and Binghatti Forge Alliance to Boost Affordable Housing in Dubai

MBHRE and Binghatti’s collaboration will offer residential units at budget-friendly prices.

In a significant move to address Dubai’s growing affordable housing challenges, the Mohammed Bin Rashid Housing Establishment (MBHRE) has signed a deal with Binghatti Developers. This partnership aims to — 

  • revolutionize the affordable housing landscape in Dubai
  • offer citizens high-quality living spaces at reasonable prices 
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The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between MBHRE and Binghatti marks a pivotal moment in Dubai’s ongoing efforts to ensure adequate housing for its citizens. This collaboration leverages the following —  

  • Binghatti’s expertise in realty development
  • MBHRE’s strategic vision for implementing sustainable housing solutions 

Under the MoU’s terms, the partnership’s primary objective will be to develop a range of housing options, including apartments and villas. These properties will be available at various stages of development, from off-plan to ready-for-occupancy units, providing flexibility to potential homeowners.  

The alliance is in sync with Dubai’s broader Housing Strategy 2020-2025, emphasizing — 

  • inclusionary zoning
  • assigning a certain percentage of new developments for affordable housing

The deal comes at a crucial time for Dubai’s property market. Recent statistics show a surge in property transactions, with December 2024 recording 20,500 transactions valued at AED 50 billion, marking a 38% increase from 2023. 

However, this growth has also led to affordability concerns, with apartment rents rising by 15.4% over 2024. 

The initiative will incorporate cutting-edge construction and project management technologies, including AI, to ensure the sustainability and efficiency of the housing projects. 

Initiatives like this partnership remain crucial for — 

  • the city’s social fabric
  • economic stability
  • addressing the affordable housing gap 

Dubai is taking proactive steps to ensure its continued status as a desirable place for citizens and expatriates to live and work.

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