Why Dubai's housing market slowed in 2026; sales fell 16%, prices dipped by 7%

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Dubai's residential property sales fell 16% in early 2026, with prices dipping by 7% amid regional geopolitical tensions impacting buyer sentiment. Despite the slowdown, sales remained higher than the first half of 2024, following a record year in 2025.

Dubai's residential property sales saw a sixteen percent decrease in early 2026. This slowdown occurred as regional geopolitical tensions impacted buyer sentiment and demand. Despite this, sales remained fifteen percent higher than in the first half of 2024. Residential property prices saw a slight decline between February and April. However, 2025 was a record year for Dubai's property market.