In the third quarter of 2023, Dubai's commercial real estate market shows remarkable resilience and adaptability, with a 22% surge in transaction activity. The office sector shines, witnessing a 31% increase in transaction volume and a 53% surge in the value of transacted office spaces. Secondary office spaces become more attractive with a 22% increase in average prices.
However, the retail sector faces challenges, experiencing a -7% decline in transactions and a sharp -21% decrease in total transacted value, attributed to changing consumer habits and the growing impact of e-commerce.
The surge in buyer leads, up by 70%, reflects continued appeal for Dubai's commercial properties. Notably, office spaces remain in demand, and warehouse leads show a staggering 150% increase, emphasizing logistics' growing importance in Dubai's commercial real estate market.
Top communities for office leasing include Jumeirah Lake Towers (JLT), Barsha Heights, Business Bay, Sheikh Zayed Road, and Al Barsha.
Dubai-based developer Emaar Properties is in discussions with Saudi Arabia's housing ministry to create mixed-use developments in the kingdom. Emaar's founder, Mohammed Alabbar, highlighted the potential project's size, indicating it could involve a substantial 4,000-unit housing development.
Dubai's real estate sector witnessed a significant sales increase during the summer season, with AED 102 billion ($27.8 billion) in sales, according to data from W Capital. The summer sales figure represents a 50% increase compared to the same period...