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21 July 2025

Buying or renting in Dubai? The 2025 market guide you can’t ignore

Dubai’s real estate sector continues its dynamic growth trajectory in 2025, even amid a seasonal slowdown in the first quarter. Bolstered by strong macroeconomic fundamentals, an expanding population, and high investor confidence, the city is cementing its position as one of the most competitive and resilient property markets globally. According to a recent Cavendish Maxwell report, Dubai recorded over 42,000 […]
21 July 2025

Rent or buy? UAE rental costs cheaper than mortgage repayments in luxury neighbourhoods

Monthly rental costs in some parts of the UAE are cheaper than mortgage repayments, a new report has found. The trend has put more emphasis on the rent-versus-buy debate, particularly for residents looking to settle in the long term, and comes as the national population surges. The analysis, released by property developer Bloom Holding, was based on 2025 Property Finder data for two-bedroom […]
16 July 2025

Renting vs buying in Abu Dhabi – what the data tells us

It is the conversation that dominates many dinner tables: should we take the plunge and become homeowners? From Dubai to Abu Dhabi and the northern emirates, more residents than ever want to settle down and have a place they can call home, particularly after recent rental surges. Advocates will say, as a homeowner, you are building equity and will benefit when you […]
7 July 2025

UAE real estate: Abu Dhabi to add over 11,900 new homes by end of 2025 amid rising housing demand

Abu Dhabi will add 11,900 new homes to its residential real estate inventory by the end of 2025, but population growth and increased investor interest could mean that demand for housing outpaces supply, according to real estate advisory and property consultant Cavendish Maxwell. The UAE capital delivered 600 new residential properties in Q1 this year, meaning a total of 12,500 […]
7 July 2025

Abu Dhabi real estate outlook 2025: 11,900 homes, soaring villa prices, and record sales

Abu Dhabi’s residential real estate market is showing strong signs of growth, with demand for ready properties, particularly villas and townhouses, pushing prices higher and shifting buyer interest away from off-plan projects. According to a new report by real estate consultancy Cavendish Maxwell, the emirate is expected to deliver 11,900 new homes by the end of 2025, but rising population […]
7 July 2025

Abu Dhabi to Add 11,900 Homes in 2025 Amid Rising Demand

ABU DHABI – July 7, 2025 – The Abu Dhabi residential real estate market is set to receive a significant influx of new properties by the end of 2025, with 11,900 new homes expected to be delivered. However, according to a recent report by Cavendish Maxwell, the UAE capital’s real estate advisory firm, the growing demand for housing may outstrip this supply. […]
26 June 2025

Why do we have so many vacant residential units?

With several new housing projects being announced frequently, many apartments in the capital remain sparsely occupied. Khalil al Zadjali, head of Cavendish Maxwell Oman, in an interview with the Observer, stated that of the 38,000 residential units added to Oman’s market in 2024, around 15,500 were apartments in Muscat. “With new units coming online, tenants often upgrade to newer, more […]
18 June 2025

Dubai office sales hit $762m in Q1 as off-plan transactions surge 741%

The performance marks an 83 per cent year-on-year increase in sales value and a 24 per cent rise in transaction volume, cementing the city’s position as one of the world’s most dynamic business destinations. While ready office units continue to dominate the sales market, off-plan transaction values rose nearly eight-fold, up 741 per cent to AED800m ($218m), compared to AED100m […]
18 June 2025

Dubai’s office market sets new records with $762.4 million sales in Q1 2025

Dubai’s office real estate market has set new records for sales values and volumes, with investors spending AED2.8 billion ($762.4 million) across 933 transactions in Q1 2025, according to new insight from Cavendish Maxwell. Office sales values from January to March this year were 83 percent higher compared to the same period in 2024, while transaction volumes were up almost 24 […]
18 June 2025

Dubai’s office market sets new records, with AED2.8bln worth of sales across 933 transactions – Cavendish Maxwell

Office real estate sector reaches new heights as sales values climb 83%. Dubai – Dubai’s office real estate market has set new records for sales values and volumes, with investors spending AED2.8 billion across 933 transactions in Q1 2025, according to new insight from leading real estate advisory and property consultant, Cavendish Maxwell. Office sales values from January to March this […]

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