In April, Dubai’s property market recorded the highest monthly volume of off-plan apartment sales since the beginning of 2026. According to Al Masdar Al Aqaari, based on transactions registered with the Dubai Land Department, total sales in this segment reached AED 19.7 billion, approximately USD 5.36 billion.

📊 A total of 8,812 transactions were registered during the month. For comparison, sales reached AED 18 billion in March with 8,152 transactions, AED 19.1 billion in February, and AED 19.4 billion in January. This made April the strongest month of the year by transaction value in the off-plan apartment segment.

📈 Key figures for April:

— AED 19.7 billion in off-plan apartment sales;
— 8,812 registered transactions;
— 4.2% year-on-year growth;
— the average transaction value was around AED 2.24 million;
— April became the strongest month of 2026 by sales volume in this segment.

🏝 Dubai Islands remained the market leader for the fourth consecutive month. In April, apartment sales there reached AED 2.6 billion across 691 transactions. Since the beginning of 2026, total sales in the area have exceeded AED 7.9 billion, with 2,335 transactions registered.

🏗 Al Khairan First ranked second by sales volume, with AED 1.5 billion across 507 transactions. Madinat Al Mataar ranked third, recording 899 transactions worth AED 1.4 billion. The area is located near Al Maktoum International Airport, which makes it especially relevant for buyers focused on long-term infrastructure growth.

💎 The ultra-luxury segment also stood out. In April, two apartment transactions exceeded AED 100 million. An apartment at Aman Residences Dubai was sold for AED 171 million, while a unit at Baccarat Hotel & Residences Dubai was sold for AED 121.8 million. Such transactions increase the total market value and confirm sustained interest in Dubai’s premium residential segment.

📌 An important additional factor is the change in visa rules. Dubai has removed the minimum property value requirement of AED 750,000 for individual buyers applying for a two-year residence visa linked to property ownership. For jointly owned properties, each investor’s share must be at least AED 400,000. This expands access to the market for buyers with mid-range budgets and may support demand for more affordable properties.

🏡 For the market, this means that off-plan apartments remain one of the main drivers of Dubai real estate. Buyers are attracted by developer payment plans, a wide choice of new projects, the opportunity to enter at earlier construction stages, and the link between property ownership and residence options.

📊 If the current momentum continues, competition for quality apartments in Dubai’s new districts may intensify in 2026. This is especially relevant for projects located near major transport infrastructure, business districts, resort areas, and locations with strong rental demand.

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