Dubai's real estate market delivered one of its strongest monthly performances on record in April 2026, achieving AED 48 billion ($13.07 billion) in property sales and 13,977 transactions, according to data from fam Properties. This surge underscores the emirate's continued appeal to global investors, driven by robust demand, strong off‑plan activity, and rising confidence in long‑term economic fundamentals.

Dubai Real Estate Market Overview April 2026

The April data highlights a 10.7% month‑on‑month increase in total sales value and a 3.5% rise in transaction volume, reflecting sustained momentum across residential, commercial, and land segments.

Key performance indicators include:

AED 48B ($13.07B) in total sales

13,977 total transactions

16.1% YoY increase in average price per sq ft to AED 1,840

Commercial real estate growth of 33.9% YoY, with AED 4B in sales across 561 deals

Off‑plan dominance, with 10,563 primary market transactions worth AED 35.8B

These figures confirm Dubai's position as one of the world's most resilient and liquid real estate markets.

Off‑Plan Sales Continue to Dominate

The primary market accounted for over 75% of all transactions, driven by strong demand for newly launched master‑planned communities and premium developments.

Investor appetite remains high due to:

Attractive payment plans

Strong developer reputation

Confidence in Dubai's long‑term growth strategy

Expanding infrastructure and urban development pipeline

Top‑Performing Areas in April 2026

Dubai South led the market for the second consecutive month, recording 1,171 transactions worth AED 2.7B. Other high‑activity zones included:

Jebel Ali First

Al Barsha South Fourth

Wadi Al Safa 5

Dubai Islands

These areas benefit from strategic locations, affordability, and proximity to major transport and logistics hubs.

Luxury Market Highlights

Dubai's luxury segment remained exceptionally strong. The most expensive apartment sold in April was a AED 171 million residence at Aman Residences Tower 2 in Jumeirah Second, reinforcing the emirate's status as a global hub for ultra‑prime real estate.

High‑net‑worth buyers continue to target branded residences, waterfront properties, and exclusive communities.