Two-thirds of UAE residents are planning to purchase property within the next six months, indicating a robust demand for the market in the coming year.
More residents are choosing to invest in real estate as new project launches offer a wider selection, and lower mortgage rates enhance affordability, mitigating the impact of increasing rentals.
A study by real estate platform Property Finder reveals that 69% of UAE respondents aim to buy a home.
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This trend has driven transaction growth in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and the northern emirates over the past five years.
Cherif Sleiman, Property Finder’s chief revenue officer, noted that UAE buyers are entering the market with careful consideration and confidence.
“Despite minor shifts in price expectations, buyers are proceeding with their plans, demonstrating a market that values timing and affordability without waiting for major fluctuations. This ongoing activity indicates not just short-term demand resilience but also trust in the UAE real estate sector’s long-term stability, underscoring its appeal to both residents and investors,” he stated.
With nearly 178,000 transactions from January to October 2025, Dubai has exceeded 98% of last year’s total, according to Property Monitor.
The report also noted that mortgage activity is likely to improve further as recent rate cuts are fully integrated and additional reductions are anticipated. “This will bolster both end-user confidence and investment activity, particularly among institutional buyers who postponed financing decisions earlier in the year,” it mentioned.
The Property Finder survey showed 70% of respondents in September intended to buy within the next six months, followed by 68% in October.
The survey also indicated that 40% of residents expect prices to decline, 32% foresee increases, and 29% anticipate stable rates. This balance of demand and price expectations reflects the UAE property market’s resilience, where long-term confidence surpasses short-term pricing concerns.
