These reports provide structured guidance for international investors evaluating UAE property investment and are intended to support informed decision-making.
Available Publications
- Dubai & Abu Dhabi 2025/26 Outlook
- UAE Property Investment Report (AED-based)
- United States Investor Guide
- United Kingdom Investor Guide
- Australian Investor Guide
Total TransactionsAED 681B (Dubai 2025)
Population Growth+200k (New Residents)
Price Arbitrage~50% Gap (AD vs Dubai)
Villa Growth+42% (AD Since 2020)
- Structural Shift: The market has moved from speculation to structural growth, supported by genuine end-user demand and 200k+ new residents.
- The Arbitrage Play: Abu Dhabi beachfront villas (AED 10-15M) offer massive value compared to Dubai equivalents (AED 25-50M).
- Mature Allocation: 2026 focuses on portfolio construction and asset quality rather than just market timing.
Capital Gains Tax0% Dubai vs 37% US
Prime Price / Sq Ft$800 vs $2,500 (NYC)
Net Rental Yields6-9% vs 2-4% US
Currency RiskNone (USD Pegged)
- The Golden Visa Advantage: Secure a 10-year residency with an investment of AED 2M (~$545k).
- Tax-Free Wealth: Dubai offers 0% tax on rental income, capital gains, or wealth.
- Transaction Security: All payments go into government-regulated escrow accounts (RERA).
Rental Income Tax0% Dubai vs 45% UK
Stamp Duty4% Flat vs up to 15% UK
Prime Entry Point£250k+ (Marina Waterfront)
Currency StrategyUSD Peg (Hedge vs GBP)
- Escape the Tax Drag: British investors face up to 45% tax on rental income. In Dubai, this is 0%.
- Market Accessibility: Access "trophy assets" on the Palm Jumeirah without leasehold complications.
- No Mortgage Dependency: Developer payment plans (e.g., 60/40) allow you to bypass high interest rates.
Capital Gains Tax0% Dubai vs 47% AUS
Cost Per Sq Ft$1,860 vs $3,875 (Sydney)
Foreign SurchargesNone (100% Freehold)
Payment Plans20/80 (Low upfront capital)
- No Foreigner Penalties: Unlike Australia, which imposes heavy stamp duty surcharges, Dubai offers 100% freehold ownership.
- Currency Protection: Parking wealth in a USD-pegged asset protects your global purchasing power.
- Massive Value Gap: Prime Dubai property trades at a 50-70% discount compared to Sydney CBD.
Total Sales ValueAED 184B (48% YoY)
Transactions53,118 (22.5% YoY)
Luxury Growth+113% (Properties >15M)
Off-Plan Share58% (Dominance)
- Record Sales Volume: 52,000+ units sold in Q2 alone, marking a 22% increase year-on-year.
- Luxury Acceleration: Properties priced above AED 15M saw a 113% surge, driven by UHNWI demand.
- Price Appreciation: Average residential prices rose to AED 1,607 per sq.ft, signaling sustained capital growth.
Total Sales ValueAED 170.7B (Q3 2025)
Transactions59,228 (Highest Ever)
Mortgage Deals13,361 (Strong Lending)
Top AreaBusiness Bay (AED 42B)
- Historical Peak: Transaction volume reached 59,228, the highest-ever recorded for a quarter.
- Commercial Surge: Business Bay dominates with AED 42B in sales, driven by mixed-use demand.
- Lending Confidence: Mortgage transactions hit 13,361, reflecting strong bank liquidity and investor trust.
2025 Market ValueAED 681B (Total Sales)
Transaction Growth6.9% (Year-on-Year)
Population Growth+200k (New Residents)
Beachfront Arbitrage~50% Gap (AD vs Dubai)
- The "Mature Phase": The market has shifted from speculation to structural growth, driven by genuine end-user demand.
- The Abu Dhabi Opportunity: Prime beachfront villas in Abu Dhabi trade at ~50% less than Dubai equivalents.
- Portfolio Construction: We guide investors through three phases: Entry, Scale, and Preserve.
