Abu Dhabi Property Market Nears $17B in Deals Since January
Abu Dhabi’s property market has been very active this year, with nearly $16.6 billion (AED61.15 billion) in transactions recorded since January, according to new data from DARI, the emirate’s real estate platform.
Key Numbers
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Sales: $9.52 billion (AED34.95 billion) from 9,210 deals – the largest share of activity.
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Mortgages: $6.31 billion (AED23.16 billion) from 7,399 transactions – showing strong demand for financing.
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Usufruct deals (long-term rights to use property without owning it): $797.7 million (AED2.93 billion) from 245 deals.
When sales and mortgage activity are combined, the market reached $18.28 billion (AED67.15 billion) from more than 21,000 transactions, proving strong liquidity in Abu Dhabi’s real estate sector.
Sales Breakdown
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Ready properties: $5 billion (AED18.4 billion) from 4,950 deals.
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Off-plan properties (still under construction): $6.15 billion (AED22.6 billion) from 6,337 deals.
This shows that buyers are especially interested in new developments, supported by competitive prices, flexible payment options, and expectations of rising value over time.
Mortgages on the Rise
Mortgage transactions also grew strongly, with 9,836 deals worth $7.13 billion (AED26.2 billion). This highlights how more buyers are using financing for both completed homes and projects still being built.
Why Investors Are Interested
Experts say Abu Dhabi’s real estate growth is boosted by:
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Government housing programs
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Economic diversification under the UAE’s growth plans
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Investor-friendly rules, such as long-term visas linked to property ownership
The city is seen as a safe and profitable market, attracting both local and international investors.
Hot Locations
Demand is high in prime areas like Saadiyat Island, Yas Island, and Al Reem Island, where modern lifestyle communities are especially popular with expats and wealthy buyers.
Outlook
Analysts expect the strong momentum to continue in the second half of the year, driven by new project launches, better infrastructure, and steady investor interest. With off-plan sales now outpacing ready property deals, Abu Dhabi is positioning itself as one of the most attractive and fast-growing real estate markets in the Gulf.
Published: 9th September 2025
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