13 November 2026. Dubai recorded property transactions approaching AED 625 billion across 181,866 transactions in the first ten months of 2026, according to a new Emirates News Agency report citing Dubai Land Department data.
Sales are only part of the total
WAM reports approximately AED 411.98 billion in sales, AED 164 billion in mortgages and AED 49 billion in gifts. These are different transaction categories; the overall total should not be described as home sales alone.
What buyers should compare next
Emirate-wide transaction values provide context, but they do not establish the asking price or likely return of an individual home. A useful comparison starts with the same property type, location, size, condition and ownership costs.
Keep the reporting period visible when comparing market headlines. A ten-month total should not be compared with a full year as if both cover the same period. Changes in the mix of land, buildings and residential units can also make a single headline unsuitable for judging one apartment.
From market news to a property decision
For a home purchase, start with a location shortlist and compare the available properties for sale. For an off-plan enquiry, review the project-specific documents rather than relying on market totals.
Contact OverSort on WhatsApp to discuss your preferred areas, budget and purchase timeline.
Source: Emirates News Agency, 13 November 2026; figures attributed by WAM to DLD. This report covers January–October 2026 and does not forecast prices or returns.
