Dubai Real Estate Market September 2026

In September 2026, Dubai’s real estate market experienced a decline in activity, while maintaining a substantial transaction volume of AED 29.4 billion. Demand remained concentrated in the affordable and mid-market segments, with 66% of transactions involving properties priced below AED 2 million, highlighting continued buyer interest in real estate with a relatively low entry threshold. At the same time, commercial real estate recorded a 5.5% year-on-year increase in the number of transactions, while villa prices per square foot rose by 7.5%, demonstrating the resilience of certain market segments. Overall, the market is undergoing a period of correction, creating additional opportunities for investors and buyers to identify promising properties and benefit from more balanced market conditions.