Dubai Commercial Real Estate Report – Q1 2026
Access the latest insights from the Q1 2026 Commercial Real Estate Market Report, covering office, retail, and leasing performance across the market.
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This Q1 2026 Commercial Real Estate Report provides a clear snapshot of market performance, highlighting strong year on year growth alongside more measured activity toward the end of the quarter.
A resilient market with more measured activity across Dubai’s commercial sector in Q1 2026
Dubai’s commercial real estate market began 2026 with solid activity, supported by continued business growth and investor demand across key sectors. Transaction volumes and values increased year on year, reflecting confidence in the market.
Toward the end of the quarter, activity became more measured as decision making slowed slightly. Despite this, underlying demand remains supported by ongoing company formation and a growing business environment, pointing to continued resilience across the sector.
Despite short term adjustments, the broader market remains supported by continued business formation, with 2,709 new companies registered in March. This ongoing expansion continues to underpin demand across Dubai’s commercial real estate sector.
Frequently Asked Questions
This edition highlights strong year-on-year growth in transaction value and volume, alongside a more measured pace toward the end of the quarter.
This report is designed for investors, business owners, landlords, and occupiers looking to understand Dubai’s commercial real estate landscape, including trends in pricing, leasing, and demand across key sectors.
Q1 2026 recorded 3,619 sales transactions, up 26.2% year on year, with total sales value reaching AED 37.9 billion, an increase of 32.0%.
While overall activity remained strong, conditions became more measured toward the end of the quarter, with more cautious decision making.
Yes, both transaction volumes and total sales value increased significantly, supported by continued business activity and investor demand.
Yes. Understanding market trends, pricing, and demand helps you anticipate opportunities and make more informed decisions, even if you are not currently active in the market.