Dubai Records Highest Monthly Off-Plan Apartment Sales of 2026 in April at AED 19.7bn
Dubai’s real estate market recorded its highest monthly value of off-plan residential apartment sales so far this year in April, reaching AED 19.7 billion, according to an analysis by Al Masdar Al Aqaari based on transactions registered with the Dubai Land Department.
The total was generated from 8,812 transactions, marking an increase from March’s AED 18 billion across 8,152 deals. The April figure also exceeded February’s AED 19.1 billion and January’s AED 19.4 billion, highlighting sustained momentum in Dubai’s property market.
On a year-on-year basis, off-plan apartment sales rose by 4.2%, compared to AED 18.9 billion recorded in April 2025, despite a slightly lower transaction volume.
Dubai Islands leads market for fourth straight month
Dubai Islands continued to dominate as the top-performing area for off-plan apartment sales for the fourth consecutive month, recording AED 2.6 billion from 691 transactions in April alone. Since the beginning of 2026, the area has generated more than AED 7.9 billion in sales across 2,335 deals.
Al Khairan First ranked second, with AED 1.5 billion from 507 transactions, followed by Madinat Al Mataar, which recorded AED 1.4 billion across 899 deals.
High-value luxury transactions stand out
April also witnessed notable ultra-luxury property deals, with two off-plan apartment transactions exceeding AED 100 million.
A unit at Aman Residences Dubai was sold for AED 171 million, covering approximately 10,000 square feet, or around AED 17,100 per square foot.
Another high-profile sale took place at Baccarat Hotel & Residences Dubai, where an apartment was sold for AED 121.8 million, spanning 13,250 square feet at roughly AED 9,193 per square foot.
Market momentum continues
The latest figures underline the continued strength of Dubai’s off-plan property segment, supported by investor demand, large-scale developments, and premium residential offerings.
Al Masdar Al Aqaari noted that its analysis tracks key market indicators including project activity, pricing trends, and transaction volumes, providing insights into evolving dynamics across Dubai’s real estate sector.
