Dubai's Q2 2026 property market: What international investors should know

Dubai remains one of the world's most closely watched real estate markets, and its Q2 2026 performance offers a clear read on how it's absorbing a more cautious quarter.

Industrial and retail sectors continued to post strong annual growth, even as office and residential activity moved to a steadier pace after an exceptional run. Short-term regional uncertainty prompted more selective buyer and occupier decisions, but the fundamentals, tourism, population growth and constrained supply, remain intact.

Whether you're building a portfolio, relocating, or simply tracking global opportunities, our Q2 2026 Dubai Real Estate Market Report unpacks the key trends shaping each sector, helping you stay informed and ready for what's next.

Latest insights and market highlights

• Industrial rents rose 23.3% year-on-year across key communities (approximately USD 18 per sq ft), driven by a persistent shortage of Grade A warehouse space.
• Retail rents held firm at approximately AED 273 per sq ft (around USD 74), up 18.3% annually, with prime malls at near-full occupancy.
• Office leasing volumes rose 6.5% quarter-on-quarter, even as average rents eased slightly to AED 205 per sq ft (roughly USD 56).
• Villa values reached AED 2,339 per sq ft (around USD 637), up 7.7% year-on-year, continuing to outperform apartments.
• Over 5.4 million sq ft of new Grade A warehouse space is due for delivery over the next two years.

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