September 2026

Meet Dubai’s new robo-neighbours

Meet Dubai’s new robo-neighbours as $191m development puts robots on every floor

Dubai is once again pushing the boundaries of futuristic real estate with a new residential development designed to bring robotics directly into everyday living. The $191 million Dubai development, known as Tréppan Vision, is set to introduce dedicated robotic services across the building, creating a residential experience where technology is not simply an added feature but an integral part of daily...

Dubai Property Market Decline Infographic

Dubai House Prices Fall Year-on-Year for First Time Since 2021

Dubai’s residential property market has reached an important turning point, with average house prices falling year-on-year for the first time since February 2021. According to data from property consultancy Cavendish Maxwell, average residential sales prices declined 1.7% year-on-year in August 2026, reaching approximately AED 1,636 per square foot. The decline comes after several...

Dubai Invite Explore Dubai Benefits

Dubai Invite closes after 90,000 applications: October 31 visitor deadline and benefits explained

Dubai’s popular “A Dubai Invite” tourism initiative has officially closed to new registrations after receiving more than 90,000 applications from residents, highlighting the strong demand for programmes that encourage friends and family from overseas to visit the emirate. Although registrations have ended, the programme is not yet completely over. Residents who successfully...

Dubai Property Sales Hit $6.3bn in August 2026

Dubai property sales hit $6.3bn in August as 84% of analysed home deals fall below $817,000

Dubai’s property market continued to attract substantial buyer and investor interest in August 2026, with total property sales reaching approximately $6.3 billion (AED 23.1 billion) during the month. The latest figures highlight both the scale of activity in Dubai real estate and the continued strength of demand for homes across different price segments. One of the most notable findings is that 83.77%...

Dubai AI Property Registration Interface

Dubai property registration goes AI as new platform automatically processes eligible transactions

Dubai is taking another major step towards an AI-powered real estate ecosystem with the launch of a new platform that can automatically process eligible property registration transactions. The Dubai Land Department (DLD) launched its “Initial Registration” platform on 3 September 2026, bringing project registration, real estate transaction registration and escrow account management into a unified...

UAE Tenant Screening in Dubai

UAE Launches New Tenant Credit Screening Service for Landlords

The UAE’s rental market is entering a new era of digital and data-driven leasing with the launch of a new Tenant Screening service that allows private landlords to request the credit scores of prospective tenants. Launched by the Etihad Credit Bureau (ECB) in collaboration with UAE PASS, the service gives landlords an additional way to assess the financial reliability of potential renters before...

Dubai Luxury Market Growth Report

2026 Report: Significant Growth in Dubai’s Luxury Market

Dubai’s luxury real estate market is continuing to demonstrate remarkable resilience and growth in 2026, reinforcing the emirate’s position as one of the world’s leading destinations for high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs), investors and luxury property buyers. The latest market data shows that demand at the very top end of Dubai’s residential sector remains exceptionally strong. While the broader...

Dubai Rent Increase Calculator 2026

Dubai rent increase calculator: How much can your landlord raise your rent in 2026?

Dubai’s rental market continues to evolve in 2026, making it increasingly important for tenants and landlords to understand how rent increases are calculated. A landlord cannot simply raise the rent by any amount at renewal. The permitted increase is linked to Dubai’s Rental Index and depends on how the existing rent compares with the market rental value of similar properties. The official Dubai Land...

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