Dubai Real Estate Market July 2026: AED 35.5 Billion in Sales as Market Activity Stays Strong

Dubai’s property market maintained strong momentum in July 2026, recording approximately 14,263 sales transactions worth AED 35.50 billion.

The month reflected broad based activity across off plan developments, ready properties, apartments, villas and some of Dubai’s most established residential communities.

At the same time, Dubai’s rental market remained highly active, with 91,591 rental transactions representing approximately AED 8.54 billion in annual contract value.

The July numbers present a market supported by new development activity, active resale demand, a substantial rental population and continued participation across multiple property segments.

July 2026 in Numbers: Dubai Property Market at a Glance

These figures demonstrate the scale and diversity of the Dubai real estate market in July 2026.

From high volume apartment communities to premium villa destinations, activity remained distributed across different buyer profiles, price points and investment strategies.

Off Plan Property Continues to Shape Dubai’s Sales Market

Off plan real estate remained a major contributor to transaction activity during July.

Approximately 10,013 off plan sales transactions were recorded, representing around 70.2% of total transaction volume.

The segment generated approximately AED 18.76 billion in transaction value.

Ready property accounted for approximately 4,250 transactions, or 29.8% of overall sales activity, generating around AED 16.74 billion.

Off Plan vs Ready Property in July 2026

The figures highlight two complementary sides of Dubai’s market.

Off plan property continues to attract substantial transaction activity as buyers participate in new communities, branded developments and future focused projects.

Ready properties, meanwhile, continue to generate considerable value through established locations, completed communities and immediate occupancy opportunities.

This combination provides Dubai with a diversified transaction environment rather than dependence on a single property segment.

Primary Sales Account for More Than Two Thirds of July Transactions

Primary market activity represented approximately 67.6% of sales transactions during July 2026.

Around 9,643 primary transactions were recorded during the month, compared with approximately 4,620 secondary market sales.

This reflects Dubai’s continuing development pipeline while also demonstrating liquidity within established residential communities.

For investors and end users, this creates a broad marketplace combining new launches with existing properties across mature locations.

Apartments Remain the Most Active Property Segment in Dubai

Apartments remained the largest contributor to transaction volume during July.

Dubai recorded approximately 11,807 apartment sales transactions, representing around 82.8% of total sales activity.

These apartment transactions generated approximately AED 18.29 billion in total value.

Villas recorded approximately 1,370 transactions worth AED 8.21 billion, highlighting their significant contribution to overall market value.

Dubai Sales by Property Type

Apartments continue to provide significant liquidity within the Dubai residential market because of the variety of communities, unit sizes and investment entry points available.

Villa activity tells a different story.

Despite representing a smaller portion of transaction volume, villas generated more than AED 8 billion in transaction value during July, reflecting participation across family focused communities and premium residential locations.

Where Were Buyers Most Active in Dubai During July?

Dubai’s July transaction activity was spread across both developing communities and established residential destinations.

Several locations stood out by transaction volume.

Most Active Dubai Communities in July 2026

Azizi Venice emerged as one of the most active locations by transaction count, recording close to 2,000 transactions.

Jebel Ali Downtown also crossed 1,100 transactions, highlighting increasing activity within Dubai’s expanding southern development corridor.

Jumeirah Village Circle, or JVC, continued to feature prominently with approximately 969 transactions.

JVC’s continued activity reflects its established position within Dubai’s apartment market and its appeal across both investment and residential demand.

City of Arabia Stands Out for Transaction Value

Transaction volume alone does not provide the complete picture of market performance.

City of Arabia generated approximately AED 2.71 billion from 727 transactions, making it one of the significant communities by overall sales value during July.

Premium communities also continued to contribute considerable value.

Palm Jumeirah recorded approximately AED 1.13 billion in sales from around 90 transactions.

Jumeirah Golf Estates recorded approximately AED 1.06 billion from approximately 65 transactions.

This demonstrates the wide spectrum of Dubai’s residential market.

Emerging locations can generate substantial transaction volumes while premium communities contribute significant capital value through higher ticket properties.

Dubai Developers Continue to Drive New Supply and Buyer Activity

Developer activity remained distributed across several major names during July.

Leading Developers by Transaction Activity

Azizi Developments led by transaction count during the month.

Emaar Properties, meanwhile, recorded approximately AED 3.94 billion in transaction value from 943 transactions, reflecting the value profile of properties within its development portfolio.

The presence of multiple developers among the leading positions illustrates the depth of Dubai’s primary residential market and the range of developments available to buyers.

Dubai’s Rental Market Records More Than 91,000 Transactions

The rental market provides another important indicator of the scale of Dubai’s real estate ecosystem.

During July 2026, Dubai recorded approximately 91,591 rental transactions.

The aggregate annual contract value associated with these transactions reached approximately AED 8.54 billion.

The median annual rental value stood at approximately AED 60,000, while the median rental rate was approximately AED 82.39 per sq ft per year.

Dubai Rental Market July 2026

Dubai’s rental activity continues to extend far beyond residential apartments.

Villas, offices, shops, labour accommodation and other commercial categories collectively contribute to the wider leasing market.

Renewals Remain an Important Part of Dubai’s Rental Landscape

Approximately 51,004 rental contracts during July were renewals, representing around 55.7% of activity.

New rental agreements accounted for approximately 40,587 transactions, or around 44.3% of the market.

The median rate for new rental contracts stood at approximately AED 91.02 per sq ft per year, compared with approximately AED 75.35 per sq ft per year for renewals.

Both segments demonstrate the depth of Dubai’s leasing ecosystem.

Renewals indicate continued tenant participation within existing properties, while a substantial number of new contracts highlights continuing movement and leasing activity across the city.

Apartments Lead Dubai’s Rental Market

Apartments accounted for approximately 55,861 rental transactions during July, representing around 61% of the total.

Other major categories included approximately:

9,378 labour camp transactions

7,438 office transactions

6,804 villa transactions

6,215 shop transactions

2,877 virtual office transactions

Apartment rental contracts generated approximately AED 3.99 billion in annual rental value, while villas contributed approximately AED 1.58 billion.

The figures reinforce the diversity of Dubai’s tenant base across residential, commercial and employment related real estate.

Business Bay and JVC Remain Among Dubai’s Most Active Rental Locations

Rental activity was spread across several major residential, commercial and industrial locations.

Among the highest volume locations were:

Jebel Ali Industrial First with 4,135 transactions

Business Bay with 4,018 transactions

Jumeirah Village Circle with 3,212 transactions

International City with 3,091 transactions

Al Quoz Industrial Second with 2,180 transactions

Dubai Investment Park First with 2,156 transactions

Dubai Investment Park Second with 2,150 transactions

Business Bay generated approximately AED 384.4 million in aggregate annual rental contract value, while Downtown Dubai recorded approximately AED 314.6 million.

The continued presence of Business Bay, Downtown Dubai and JVC across market activity highlights the importance of established mixed use and residential communities within Dubai’s wider property ecosystem.

What Does the July 2026 Data Tell Us About Dubai Real Estate?

Several themes stand out.

Dubai continues to offer market depth

More than 14,000 sales transactions and 91,000 rental transactions during one month demonstrate activity across ownership and occupancy markets.

Off plan remains a significant component of buyer activity

With approximately 70% of sales transactions represented by off plan property, new developments continue to attract considerable market participation.

Ready properties remain highly relevant

Approximately AED 16.74 billion in ready property transactions reflects significant activity within completed developments and established communities.

Apartments provide the greatest transaction liquidity

Apartments continue to form the largest share of sales and rental activity, providing buyers and tenants with considerable choice across Dubai.

Premium residential communities continue to generate significant value

Palm Jumeirah and Jumeirah Golf Estates demonstrate how relatively smaller transaction volumes can still represent substantial market value.

Dubai’s market continues to expand geographically

Activity across locations such as Jebel Ali, City of Arabia, Dubailand and newer residential developments demonstrates the continued expansion of Dubai’s property landscape.

Looking Ahead

July 2026 provides another useful snapshot of a Dubai real estate market characterised by diversity across property types, locations, developers and buyer profiles.

New development activity continues alongside an established secondary market.

Apartment transactions provide substantial liquidity, while villas and luxury communities contribute strongly to total market value.

At the same time, the scale of Dubai’s rental market supports a wider property ecosystem serving residents, professionals and businesses.

For investors, developers, occupiers and real estate professionals, community level analysis will remain increasingly important.

Headline market numbers provide direction, but understanding differences between property types, developments, locations, transaction values and rental behaviour provides a more complete view of market performance.

Reliant Surveyors Market Intelligence - July 2026 Report

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Frequently Asked Questions About the Dubai Real Estate Market in July 2026

Q1. How many property sales were recorded in Dubai in July 2026?

Dubai recorded approximately 14,263 property sales transactions during July 2026, with a combined sales value of approximately AED 35.50 billion.

Q2. What was the total value of Dubai property transactions in July 2026?

The total value of sales transactions recorded in the analysed July 2026 dataset was approximately AED 35.50 billion.

Q3. What percentage of Dubai property sales were off plan in July 2026?

Approximately 70.2% of Dubai sales transactions were off plan, representing around 10,013 transactions and approximately AED 18.76 billion in sales value.

Q4. Which Dubai communities recorded the highest property transaction activity in July 2026?

Among the most active communities by transaction count were Azizi Venice, Jebel Ali Downtown, Jumeirah Village Circle, City of Arabia, Dubailand Residence Complex and Business Bay.

Q5. Which property type recorded the most sales in Dubai during July 2026?

Apartments recorded the highest transaction volume, with approximately 11,807 transactions, representing around 82.8% of Dubai property sales recorded in the analysed dataset.

Q6. How active was Dubai’s rental market in July 2026?

Dubai recorded approximately 91,591 rental transactions during July 2026, representing approximately AED 8.54 billion in aggregate annual rental contract value.