Abu Dhabi Real Estate Market Sees 43.3% Year-on-Year Growth

The Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre reported AED 94 billion in transactions during the first nine months of 2025, marking a 43.3% increase in value and a 48% surge in transaction volume compared to the same period last year. This growth reflects Abu Dhabi's appeal as a trusted and transparent property market, with sustained confidence from homebuyers, investors, and financial institutions.

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Who should read this

Real estate developers, investors, and homebuyers should immediately review this update to understand the current market trends and opportunities.

Directly affected

real estate developersinvestorshomebuyersfinancial institutions

Key facts

  • AED 94 billion in transactions during the first nine months of 2025
  • 43.3% increase in value and 48% surge in transaction volume
  • 29,400 transactions during the first nine months of 2025
  • AED 61.8 billion generated from sales and purchases
  • AED 32.2 billion contributed by mortgage activity
  • Foreign Direct Investment in Abu Dhabi's real estate sector rises 35% to AED 6.2 billion

What this means for you

The growth in Abu Dhabi's real estate market indicates increased investor confidence and a strong economy, which may lead to more opportunities for developers, investors, and homebuyers.

Directly affected: real estate developers, investors, homebuyers, financial institutions

Action items

  1. Review the current market trends and opportunities in Abu Dhabi's real estate market
  2. Assess the impact of the growth on your business or investment portfolio
  3. Consider consulting with a real estate expert to understand the implications of the growth

Litigation impact

The growth in Abu Dhabi's real estate market may lead to an increase in disputes related to property transactions, and parties should be aware of their rights and obligations under UAE law.

Source

ADREC — Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre
https://adrec.gov.ae/en/news/news-item-2---abu-dhabi-real-estate-centre-reports-aed-billion
Original-source date: — · Captured: 2026-06-26T07:58Z

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This update is generated from a public regulator publication and reviewed under the firm's automated editorial quality gate. General information only — it does not constitute legal advice. For advice on a specific matter, please contact us. Last updated: 26 June 2026.

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What does “Abu Dhabi Real Estate Market Sees 43.3% Year-on-Year Growth” change?

The Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre reported AED 94 billion in transactions during the first nine months of 2025, marking a 43.3% increase in value and a 48% surge in transaction volume compared to the same period last year. This growth reflects Abu Dhabi's appeal as a trusted and transparent property market, with sustained confidence from homebuyers, investors, and financial institutions.

Who is affected by this update?

real estate developers, investors, homebuyers, financial institutions

What should affected businesses do now?

Review the current market trends and opportunities in Abu Dhabi's real estate market. Assess the impact of the growth on your business or investment portfolio. Consider consulting with a real estate expert to understand the implications of the growth.

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