Dubai, UAE – A survey prepared by real estate brokerage W Capital showed that the total value of new and announced real estate projects in Dubai since the beginning of 2026 exceeded 275 billion dirhams. In an indicator that reflects the continued exceptional momentum witnessed by the real estate sector. The emirate’s entry promotes the largest semi-annual launch cycle of new real estate projects in its history.
These projects include 250 new real estate projects that were launched and registered with the Dubai Land Department as of the end of last May, with a value of approximately 75 billion dirhams. In addition to the giant urban project announced by Emaar Properties this June, with a value of up to 200 billion dirhams.
Monitoring indicated that the projects launched during the first five months of the year include approximately 59,400 housing units and 10,800 villas. This reflects the continued focus on the residential sector as the main driver of real estate growth in Dubai. Supported by strong demand from local and international buyers and investors.
Monitoring confirmed that the current figures reflect the continued wave of real estate expansion that the emirate has witnessed for several years. In light of rapid population growth, high rates of demand for ownership, and the influx of global capital searching for a stable investment environment and rewarding returns.
Historical comparisons indicate that Dubai witnessed the launch of 648 new real estate projects by 258 real estate development companies in 2025. It included more than 167,000 housing units with an estimated value of approximately 463 billion dirhams. Compared to 145,000 units worth AED 360.1 billion in 2024, the number of units grew by 15.2%. And 28.4% in the total value of projects.
Residential apartments also continued to dominate the new supply over the past year, accounting for about 88.8% of the total units offered. While villas and townhouses recorded remarkable growth in terms of total value. Driven by increased demand for integrated residential communities and low-density projects.
