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Q3 2026 shows a much clearer slowdown in Dubai’s real estate market. Transaction activity weakened, sales values fell sharply, and several property segments recorded significant year-on-year declines. At the same time, average price per square foot remained broadly stable, creating a more selective and uneven market environment. Total sales volume reached 37,450 transactions, down 36.9% year on year, while total sales value fell to AED 93 billion, down 45.5%.
Average price per square foot stood at AED 1,684, broadly flat year on year at -0.1%. That contrast matters. Activity has fallen sharply, but pricing has not moved at the same pace.
The market is adjusting through lower transaction volumes first, rather than a broad-based collapse in values.
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Explore AirDXB Success Stories
Lake Point
This JLT property was purchased for AED 600K. The owner invested AED 100k on full renovation works conducted by our Interiors team. The property is currently valued at AED 1.5M+. Still on our books for short-let management, the property generates a 18% rental ROI, making roughly AED 150K per annum.
Lake Point
Sanibel
Sanibel, a property that was under our short-let management for 3 years giving 20% annual returns, was purchased for AED662K. We advised on the sale and achieved AED1,55M price in just 72 hours, at 7% above the asking price.
Sanibel
Skyview Tower
AirDXB advised on and sourced a Sky Views property in Dubai Marina, purchased for AED 2.6M. After a AED 150K renovation and furnishing by Interiors by AirDXB, the property is now valued at over AED 4.5M, generating a 15%+ ROI.
Sky Views
Palm Views
AirDXB advised on and sourced a Palm Views studio on Palm Jumeirah, purchased for AED 930K. After a AED 26K investment in furnishing and wrapping, the property was short-let for two years, making an ROI of 10% each year, and sold for AED 1.325M, generating a total return of AED 550K, including income from short-term letting and increased sale value.
Palm Views
Frankfurt
This Frankfurt property in JVC was purchased for AED 360K. The owner invested AED 50K on full renovation works conducted by our Interiors team. The property is currently valued at AED 700K+. This property generates 20% annual ROI on the short-let market.
Frankfurt
Your Path to Real Estate Success with the AirDXB Group
Whether you are looking for your family home, your first property purchase, or are an established property investor, AirDXB will help you unlock the incredible returns in the thriving real estate market of Dubai. With our expert guidance and exceptional services, we are one of the best real estate companies in Dubai, helping you secure your dream property and a lucrative asset that will appreciate over time. Speak to an advisor
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