Dubai's real estate market cooled in Q2 2026. Sale prices dropped 4% and rents 6% as 32,000 new units arrived. This shift creates better opportunities for buyers and tenants after years of rapid growth.
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Dubai's residential market cooled in the second quarter of 2026. Data from Cushman & Wakefield Core shows city-wide sale prices fell 4% quarter-on-quarter. Average rents dropped 6% over the same period.
The shift comes as new supply enters the market. About 32,000 more units are due this year. After five years of rapid growth, price corrections are now evident across most apartment and villa segments.
Transaction volumes remain subdued. Buyer and seller expectations are diverging, leading to a more balanced market phase. This moderation is expected to continue.
For tenants, this is a chance to negotiate lower rates. Investors can find better entry points as prices adjust. Monitor the market closely before making decisions.
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