Dubai’s real estate sector saw an unprecedented wave of new project launches in 2025, setting an all-time record for market activity.

Over the course of the year, developers announced a total of 648 new projects. This translates into an average of one new launch every 13.5 hours. For comparison, in the first quarter of 2024, new projects were introduced roughly once every 18 hours, clearly highlighting the acceleration in development activity amid sustained demand.

Buying a first home in Dubai in 2026 will require buyers to have an initial capital of at least $82,000 and a stable monthly income ranging from $8,200 to $10,900, according to market participants. For properties priced up to $1.36 million, banks typically require a minimum down payment of 20%.

For example, when purchasing an apartment priced at approximately $409,000, buyers are expected to contribute around $82,000 in personal funds. Once registration fees, bank charges and agency services are factored in, total upfront costs can rise to $98,000–109,000.

Although Dubai initially made it into the world's top thanks to its 5-star chic and record-breaking architecture, it is now also gaining a reputation for its innovation, culture and art. As the market continues to grow at an exponential rate, it is also expanding and Dubai is attracting a more diverse demographic.

A new man-made island is ready for a new round of launches for waterfront mansion sales.

Whereas Palm Jebel Ali (PJA) is preparing to sell the following homes under construction, which are considered to be the most expensive to date, the impact of sales on the island on overall real estate transactions in Dubai is already being felt.