UAE Real Estate Weekly Highlights –5 Dec–11 Dec 2025 | Market Updates
Mubadala and Aldar announce over AED 60 Billion expansion of Al Maryah Island (8th December 2025)
Mubadala Investment Company and Aldar have announced a AED 60 Bn plus expansion of Al Maryah Island, transforming its final undeveloped northern area into a major mixed-use district. Spanning nearly 500,000 sqm of land, the project will add 1.5 Mn sqm of office, residential, retail and hospitality space. More than 450,000 sqm, of Grade A offices will double existing supply, supporting ADGM’s growing business community. Plans also include 3,000 waterfront homes, high-end retail, an enhanced marina, new bridges, sustainability-focused open spaces, and infrastructure works starting in 2026.
Read more atDh60 billion Al Maryah Island expansion planned to double Abu Dhabi’s major financial district | Gulf News
Sharjah launches fully digital rental system through enhanced Aqari platform (9th December 2025)
Sharjah has launched a revamped package of rental services on the Aqari platform, streamlining the emirate’s real estate processes through a fully digital system. Developed by Sharjah Digital Department with Sharjah Municipality, Aqari serves as a single gateway for leasing services, replacing paper-based procedures. The platform standardizes rental processes across municipalities, offering end-to-end digital services accessed via UAE Pass. About 95% of transactions are now automated, enabling faster contract registration and issuance. Integrated with SEWA and other entities, Aqari delivers a seamless 24/7 experience, reinforcing Sharjah’s push towards efficient, transparent and people-centric digital government services.
Read more at Sharjah rolls out fully digital rental services on Aqari platform | Gulf News
Dubai Investments launches AED 1.3 Billion Al Vista development project in Meydan Horizon (9th December 2025)
Dubai Investments has launched Al Vista, a landmark AED 1.30 Bn mixed-use development in Meydan Horizon, Dubai. The project comprises two towers featuring a 39-storey residential tower with 312 apartments and a 19-storey commercial tower offering 120,000 Sqft of flexible shell-and-core office space, alongside retail offerings. Designed to deliver a connected urban lifestyle, Al Vista integrates residential, commercial and retail uses within a single masterplan. Construction is currently underway, with completion scheduled for December 2027. The launch aligns with Dubai Investments’ growth strategy, as the group reported net profits of AED 1 Bn in the nine months ended September 30, 2025.
Read more at Dubai Investments launches $354mln Al Vista mixed-use development project | Zawya
Tomorrow World Group unveils AED 8 Billion development pipeline for Dubai (9th December 2025)
Tomorrow World Group has announced an AED 8 Bn real estate development pipeline, marking its entry as a full-scale developer after two decades in Dubai. Spanning more than 20 projects between 2026 and 2028, the pipeline includes high-end waterfront residential communities and future-ready commercial landmarks. Early launches include Tomorrow 166, a boutique residential project on Dubai Islands, and Tomorrow Commercial Tower, a Grade A office development in International City. All projects will be self-funded and delivered with leading partners. The expansion aligns with Dubai’s 2040 Urban Master Plan and underscores Tomorrow World’s long-term confidence in the emirate’s growth.
Read more at Tomorrow World unveils $2.2bln Dubai real estate pipeline | Zawya
Jad Global introduces 216-Units residential project in Dubai (10th December 2025)
Jad Global has launched JAD 288, a premium AED 422 Mn residential development in Jumeirah Garden City, Dubai, following strong sales at its 171 Garden Heights project. The development will feature 216 apartments and six retail units, supported by extensive lifestyle amenities including multiple swimming pools, landscaped areas, children’s play zones and a pet-friendly park. A climate-controlled illuminated staircase promotes wellness-focused living. Unit prices range from AED 790,000 to AED 3.6 Mn, with flexible payment plans and handover scheduled for Q1 2028. Enhanced connectivity through nearby infrastructure upgrades and a future metro station boosts the project’s investment appeal.
Read more at Jad Global unveils premium residential project in Jumeirah Garden City | Zawya
Tiger Properties expands UAE footprint with Ajman mega project (10th December 2025)
Tiger Properties has launched Tiger Downtown Ajman, a US$10 Bn integrated residential city in Ajman’s Aaliya area, marking its entry into the emirate after successes across the UAE. Spanning more than 4.2 Mn sqm the development will feature fully furnished units ranging from studios to luxury penthouses, alongside a central lagoon and waterfront views. The project includes over 25 lifestyle amenities such as restaurants, parks, sports facilities and wellness spaces. The first phase, Orchid Towers 1 and 2, offers flexible payment plans of up to five years. Construction is expected to take three years, with handovers scheduled for Q4 2028.
Read more at Tiger Properties launches Tiger Downtown Ajman with $10-billion investment | Gulf News
Meraas Awards AED 340 Million Contract for Riwa Apartments at Madinat Jumeirah Living (10th December 2025)
Meraas, part of Dubai Holding Real Estate, has awarded an AED 340 Mn contract to Al Sahel Contracting for the construction of Riwa apartments at Madinat Jumeirah Living, with completion scheduled for Q3 2027. The project includes three 10-storey buildings comprising 244 premium apartments, ranging from one- to three-bedroom units and a four-bedroom penthouse. Riwa will feature contemporary design aligned with the community’s modern-heritage architecture. The contract strengthens the long-standing partnership between Meraas and Al Sahel, following the successful delivery of four phases and near completion of the fifth phase at Madinat Jumeirah Living.
Read more at Meraas awards $92.6mln contract to develop new Riwa apartments at Madinat Jumeirah Living | Zawya
UAE launches fully digital mortgage release service for housing beneficiaries (10th December 2025)
The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, in partnership with Emirates Development Bank and Ajman’s Department of Land and Real Estate Regulation, has launched a fully digital “Release of Property Mortgage After Settlement” package for housing beneficiaries. The service redesign reduces procedures from five to one, eliminates documents and physical visits, and cuts completion time from seven days to one. Introduced under a unified digital system, the package enhances housing stability and quality of life, aligning with the UAE’s people-centric digital transformation agenda. Initially implemented in Ajman, the service will be expanded nationwide, reflecting strong federal and local government integration and the UAE’s vision for efficient, future-ready public services.
Read more at ‘Release of Property Mortgage After Settlement’ package launched in UAE | Zawya
Sharjah sets all-time monthly property sales record in November 2025 (11th December 2025)
Sharjah’s real estate sector achieved a historic milestone in November 2025, recording total transactions worth AED 9.5 Bn, the highest monthly value ever in the emirate. According to the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department, 15,131 transactions were completed, with sales alone reaching 2,126 deals and covering nearly 34.9 Mn sqft. Mortgage transactions totaled AED 1.6 Bn, reflecting strong investor and banking confidence. Activity spanned 124 areas across residential, commercial, industrial and agricultural segments.
Read more at Sharjah posts record $2.58bln in November real estate deals | Zawya
