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Dubai Office Report Q1 2026 | UAE Real Estate Insights

The Q1 2026 Market Report from Reliant Surveyors captures Dubai's office market in a phase of demand-led expansion, supported by sustained rental growth, strong occupier preference for Grade A assets, and measured supply additions. Leasing activity remained concentrated in high-quality office spaces, reinforcing pricing resilience across prime commercial submarkets.

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Average office rents reached AED 216.8 per sq.ft per annum, reflecting 19.55% annual growth, while quarterly rental values increased by 2.61% amid continued demand for Grade A office space.
New office supply stood at 10,240 sq.m in Q1 2026, indicating limited additions relative to total stock and reinforcing near-term supply constraints across key business districts.
Total completed office stock reached 11.32 million sq.m, with overall inventory projected to expand to 11.55 million sq.m, reflecting gradual pipeline growth.
Office pricing remained resilient across prime locations, supported by constrained availability, sustained leasing activity, and continued occupier preference for high-quality assets.

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Strategic Shifts Shaping Dubai's Office Market

Our analysis indicates that Q1 2026 reflects a period of stable commercial expansion supported by disciplined supply conditions and consistent occupier demand. Grade A office markets continued to drive leasing momentum, with tenants prioritizing quality, location, and long-term operational value. Rental growth remained evident despite signs of quarterly moderation, pointing toward a market stabilizing at elevated levels rather than undergoing short-term volatility. Dubai's office sector continues to be shaped by limited near-term supply, strong demand fundamentals, and sustained absorption across prime commercial corridors.