Dubai Real Estate Sales Market Report 6 January 2026
Dubai Real Estate Sales Report
Transaction Date: 6 January 2026
Reporting Period: Single Day Performance
Market Overview: 2026 Hits the Ground Running
The Dubai property market isn't wasting any time this year. We just saw a massive AED 4.25 billion change hands in a single day across 928 transactions. This isn't just a random spike; it’s a clear sign that the momentum from last year is still very much alive. We’re looking at a balanced market where off-plan sales are driving the volume, while the secondary market for ready properties is pulling in the big-ticket capital. Between institutional land deals and a busy residential sector, it’s an incredibly strong start to the week.
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The Big Picture
| Metric | Value (AED) | Value (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Total Transaction Value | 4,249,344,363 | 1,156,864,000 |
| Total Number of Transactions | 928 | — |
| Average Transaction Value | 4,579,035 | 1,246,000 |
Breaking Down the Activity
1. By Sales Type
The breakdown of how these deals were structured shows that cash and direct sales remain the backbone of the market.
| Sales Type | Number of Transactions | Value (AED) | Value (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sales | 731 | 3,299,246,821 | 898,363,000 |
| Mortgage | 167 | 701,824,488 | 191,093,000 |
| Gifts | 30 | 248,273,054 | 67,615,000 |
| Grand Total | 928 | 4,249,344,363 | 1,156,864,000 |
2. By Property Status
There is a distinct "two-speed" dynamic happening here. While volume is split almost down the middle, the value in the ready market is more than double that of off-plan.
| Property Status | Number of Transactions | Value (AED) | Value (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ready | 468 | 2,879,461,095 | 784,089,000 |
| Off-Plan | 460 | 1,369,883,268 | 372,961,000 |
| Grand Total | 928 | 4,249,344,363 | 1,156,864,000 |
3. By Property Type
Land deals were the heavy hitters today, accounting for over half the total market value, signaling major confidence from developers.
| Property Type | Number of Transactions | Value (AED) | Value (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land | 129 | 2,225,026,670 | 605,700,000 |
| Unit (Flats, Offices, Shops) | 681 | 1,608,432,419 | 437,910,000 |
| Building (Villas) | 118 | 415,885,274 | 113,238,000 |
| Grand Total | 928 | 4,249,344,363 | 1,156,864,000 |
Top Performing Localities
Palm Jabal Ali continues to lead the way for high-value plots, while JVC remains the go-to for residential volume.
| Rank | Locality | Value (AED) | Value (USD) | Key Driver |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Palm Jabal Ali | 939,350,000 | 255,768,000 | High-value land/villa plots |
| 2 | Um Suqaim First | 265,259,138 | 72,228,000 | Prime beachfront deals |
| 3 | Al Eyas | 250,000,000 | 68,061,000 | Major commercial/land play |
| 4 | Um Suqaim Third | 202,041,000 | 55,014,000 | Luxury ready homes |
| 5 | Palm Deira | 158,176,654 | 43,068,000 | Waterfront off-plan |
| 6 | Business Bay | 145,243,995 | 39,548,000 | Mixed-use units |
| 7 | Jumeirah Village Circle | 129,426,386 | 35,231,000 | High-volume residential |
| 8 | Dubai Investment Park 2 | 117,583,145 | 32,016,000 | Industrial/commercial land |
| 9 | Majan | 96,751,737 | 26,343,000 | Development sales |
| 10 | Jumeirah Park | 87,190,000 | 23,741,000 | Luxury villa sales |
The Bottom Line
January 6th wasn't just a lucky day; it’s a statement. We’re seeing massive institutional bets on land alongside a very healthy appetite for ready apartments and villas. If this is the pace for the first week of 2026, we’re looking at another landmark year for the Dubai property market.
Disclaimer:
This report is based on publicly available data and Dubai Land Department (DLD) transaction summaries as of the date mentioned in the title of this post.
Final and detailed figures from the DLD may vary upon official release.
1 US Dollar = 3.672 UAE Dirhams
This report is merely informative, and all investments come with risk. You are responsible for your decisions.