Dubai Real Estate Transactions Hit AED 6.28 Billion in One Day Amid Surge in Mortgage Deals
Dubai’s real estate market recorded exceptionally strong activity this week, with total property transactions soaring to AED 6.28 billion in a single day, driven primarily by a sharp rise in large-scale mortgage deals.
Mortgage Activity Dominates the Market
According to data from the Dubai Land Department’s “Dubai REST” platform, the market registered 986 real estate transactions in one day, including property sales worth AED 2.077 billion generated through 805 transactions.
However, mortgage transactions accounted for the largest share of activity, reaching AED 3.76 billion through 154 deals, representing nearly 60% of the total market value recorded during the day.
The surge highlights continued investor confidence in Dubai’s real estate sector, supported by the emirate’s reputation as a stable and attractive investment destination amid ongoing global economic uncertainty.
Major Land Mortgage Deals Boost Volumes
The strong performance was largely fueled by several high-value land mortgage transactions, including a commercial land plot in Al Yufrah 1 covering approximately 18.36 million square feet with a mortgage value of AED 2.59 billion.
Another land parcel in the same area, spanning more than 6 million square feet, was mortgaged for AED 405.17 million, further contributing to the record-breaking daily figures.
Off-Plan Market Continues Strong Momentum
Dubai’s off-plan property segment maintained its rapid growth pace, generating around AED 1.2 billion in sales through 599 transactions, compared to AED 877.4 million in ready-property sales completed through 206 transactions.
Residential units continued to dominate overall activity, reflecting sustained demand from both local and international buyers seeking investment and end-user opportunities across Dubai’s expanding property market.
Investor Confidence Remains Strong
Analysts say the latest figures reinforce Dubai’s position as one of the world’s most active real estate markets, supported by flexible regulations, strong infrastructure development, and continued inflows of foreign capital.
The market has continued attracting regional and international investors seeking long-term asset growth, particularly as Dubai benefits from population growth, business expansion, and large-scale urban development projects.
A Market Maintaining Its Upward Trend
The latest transaction figures add to a broader trend of sustained growth across Dubai’s real estate sector throughout 2026, with the market continuing to post strong sales, rising property values, and increasing mortgage activity despite global economic headwinds.