Abu Dhabi's residential property market began 2026 on solid footing, recording AED 12 billion in total sales across 2,600 transactions in January, according to January data from betterhomes Abu Dhabi. Off-Plan leads transaction activity Off-plan properties accounted for 83% of total transactions during the month, significantly outperforming the secondary market, which represented 17% of activity. The figures underline strong buyer appetite for

ADGM’s Registration Authority (RA) today announced the launch of its Broker Classification Initiative, a new framework designed to elevate professionalism, transparency, and service quality across the real estate sector within ADGM’s jurisdiction. This represents a new model of engagement with the broker community, positioning brokers as strategic partners in shaping and advancing the market. The initiative introduces a structured classification system

H&H, a Dubai-based developer renowned for design excellence and a portfolio of best-in-class developments, today announced a landmark partnership with Mubadala Investment Company "Mubadala", Abu Dhabi based sovereign investor to bring the esteemed Eden House brand to Abu Dhabi. The new development, strategically located on Al Maryah Island within ADGM, the International financial centre of Abu Dhabi, solidifies a shared

Royal Development Holding, a premier UAE-based real estate developer and a subsidiary of Emirates Stallions Group (ADX: ESG), has successfully sold out its AED 1 billionRotana Residences – Al Reem Islandprojectin Abu Dhabi, ahead of its official launch. The landmark development, comprising two iconic towers, underlines the rising demand for premium brandedliving in one of the capital’s most sought-after urban

H&H, a Dubai-based developer renowned for design excellence and a portfolio of best-in-class developments, today announced a landmark partnership with Mubadala Investment Company "Mubadala", Abu Dhabi based sovereign investor to bring the esteemed Eden House brand to Abu Dhabi. The new development, strategically located on Al Maryah Island within ADGM, the International financial centre of Abu Dhabi, solidifies a shared

NORD Real Estate Development L.L.C. has announced the complete sell-out of all 96 residential units at NOVAYAS, its contemporary 8-floor mixed-use development on Yas Island, a milestone reached within record time following launch. The rapid sales performance reflects strong buyer confidence in well-located, design-driven residential assets and reinforces Yas Island’s position as one of Abu Dhabi’s most dynamic and in-demand

Taraf, the real estate development arm of UAE-based investment holding group Yas Holding, has announced Hassan Allam Construction, a subsidiary of Hassan Allam Holding, as the main contractor for Karl Lagerfeld Villas, its highly anticipated luxury villa development in Dubai. Taraf is a design-led real estate developer focused on creating thoughtfully curated residential communities defined by architectural integrity, craftsmanship and long-term

Aldar today announced the award of AED 66 billion in development contracts during 2025, covering a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, infrastructure, and logistics projects across the UAE. The awards reflect Aldar’s role as a national real estate champion supporting the UAE’s long-term economic, industrial, and social development objectives. In line with the UAE’s National In-Country Value (ICV) Programme, almost 45%

In Abu Dhabi, the Grade A office market remained landlord-favourable, with average rents rising to approximately AED 2,375 per sqm per annum(around AED 221 per sq ft), representing a 22% year-on-year increase, driven by strong demand from financial services, IT and engineering occupiers. Prime CBD rents reached around AED 2,750 per sqm(approximately AED 256 per sq ft), up 26% annually,

Aldar has added a number of strategic land plots across Abu Dhabi, with a combined gross development value of approximately AED 23 billion, further reinforcing Aldar’s landbank strength and providing a pipeline for sustained, long-term growth across the capital’s most attractive development corridors. The sites span over 2.3 million sqm and will deliver approximately 3,000 new homes across plots on Saadiyat