The Shift to Logic-Based Buying Fundamental Values: Investors are prioritizing developer track records and "liveability" factors like green spaces and walkable communities. Infrastructure Premium: Properties within 500m of Metro lines (especially the new Blue Line corridors) command 18–25% higher prices and up to 30% higher rents. Stability: A record influx of professionals has shifted the market...
January 2026
Price Projections: "Pacing, Not Racing" Most analysts expect a "soft landing" rather than a crash. Overall Growth: Residential prices are forecasted to rise by a modest 3.5% to 5.2% in 2026. This is a significant cooling from the double-digit surges of 2021–2024. Segment Divergence: Prime/Luxury: Areas like Palm Jumeirah and Dubai Hills are expected to remain resilient, with growth...