Dubai real estate: When is the ‘best time’ to buy property? Experts reveal

Dubai real estate experts have revealed the best time to buy property in the emirate. According to Betterhomes’ Senior Sales Agent Calvin King, the “best time” to buy property in Dubai solely depends on personal circumstances and financial readiness. “Currently, many residents who are renting and seeing price increases in Dubai are becoming future homeowners, those with job stability and...

Dubai developer awards massive $1.2bn contract for Vegas-style island project, MGM, Bellagio hotels planned

A Dubai property developer has awarded contracts to build Las Vegas-style project The Island in the city. Real estate developer Wasl awarded a AED4.4bn ($1.2bn) contract to the China State Construction Engineering Corporation, according to a report by MEED. The contract was reported to be the largest construction deal in the Emirate since 2017. The Island in Dubai The Island has been under...

Dubai real estate: Ultra-rich target mansions in hunt for privacy

The demand for mansions in Dubai has increased significantly this year as more of the world’s wealthy flock to the UAE and tastes for luxury real estate begin to shift Mansions are typically popular among high net-worth individuals in cities like Los Angeles and Florida known for grand properties. However, there has been a shift in demand towards Dubai as more wealthy people move there for its...

Real estate in Dubai stands out in October

In the past three years, Dubai’s luxury real estate market has experienced a remarkable transformation that has established its position as the world’s top destination for wealthy individuals. Due to the city’s successful handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as forward-thinking projects and a sharp increase in the demand for opulent real estate, Dubai has gained fame as a refuge for opportunity...

Dubai’s most expensive penthouse sold for Dh500 million

According to a media release on Thursday, the Como Residences Penthouse by Nakheel is now the most expensive penthouse sale in Dubai. The unit brought in a staggering Dh500 million upon sale. With five bedrooms and 21,949 square feet, the penthouse is spacious. After everything is finished, homeowners will have private elevator access for total seclusion and safety. Based on data from the Dubai Land...

Emaar Development reports $7.9bn property sales in 2023

Emaar Development has seen a 25 per cent increase in property sales this yearEmaar Development has reported a surge in property sales as it sustained its momentum in property sales in Q3. The company’s property sales increased by 25 per cent, reaching AED28.9bn ($7.9bn) in the first nine months (January to September) of 2023 compared to AED23.2bn ($6.3bn) for the same period in 2022. This...

According to official statistics, Dubai is the number one city expats want to live in

According to research, Dubai is the top option for Americans looking to live overseas, surpassing New York, Miami, and Paris. According to financial services firm Remitly, the most popular destination for foreign visitors is Dubai, based on a 12-month analysis of Google search data. After 164 countries’ “move to city” phrases were examined, Dubai consistently emerged as the “it...

Dubai real estate: Where are the most affordable houses to buy on an average salary?

The booming property market means residents will have to look carefully before considering a purchase With the Dubai real estate market booming, some residents have felt the pinch as property prices skyrocket beyond easy reach. However, while some property could take upwards of a century to own with an average salary, other areas still have affordable options, according to a study by Dubai proptech...

Dubai real estate trends: $8bn of transactions in October, apartments dominate, Marina popular, existing property value up 80%

Property Finder research shows key trends in the Dubai property sector The Dubai real estate sector saw an increase of more than 80 per cent in the value of existing property transactions in October, compared to the year before, according to Property Finder research. The month saw 7,128 real estate transactions worth a total of AED29.7bn ($8.1bn), recording a 17.46 per cent increase in value compared...

UAE ‘leading the way’ in sustainable finance globally, Minister of Economy says

In the face of heightened geopolitical tensions, climate change concerns, and trade barriers that have raised questions about the future of the global economic order, the UAE has demonstrated extraordinary resilience, the Minister saidThe UAE has showcased resilience and economic diversification amid global challenges, Abdullah Bin Touq Al Marri, the Minister of Economy for the UAE said at the Dubai...

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