2025
AED 917bn
Dubai's record year
About 270,000 deals worth AED 917bn (+20%) and 129,400 new investors in a year.
Source: Gulf News ↗
NEW2026 news: 11 Emaar launches, Palm Jebel Ali, Burj Azizi →
UAE · Dubai and Abu Dhabi
Apartments and villas in Dubai and Abu Dhabi by Emaar, Nakheel and Aldar
New builds with post-handover payment plans, ready apartments for rental, villas and Golden Visa projects. Answer 7 questions and get the 3–5 best options with prices.
- Golden Visa when you buy from AED 2M
- Post-handover plans: pay while you rent it out
- No tax on rental income for individuals
Step 1 of 82 min
What are you looking for?
Why are you buying?
Which area do you prefer?
What layout do you need?
What is your budget?
How do you plan to pay?
When do you want the keys?
Where should we send your shortlist?
We will send projects with prices, floor plans and payment terms.
Direct from developersSales office prices, no mark-up
Post-handover plansPayments spread over years
Golden Visalong-term residency from AED 2M
TurnkeyFurniture, rentals, management, resale
Market news
Dubai and Abu Dhabi in 2026: records, new districts and a new metro line
The key market facts in brief, from official and business sources.
H1 2026
11 launches
Emaar keeps launching
New projects in Dubai Hills Estate, The Oasis, Emaar South, Rashid Yachts & Marina and other districts.
Source: Emaar ↗H1 2026
+112%
Abu Dhabi grows fastest
AED 117bn of deals in six months. Aldar launched Fahid Island and Marsa Al Saadiyat.
Source: Abu Dhabi Media Office ↗2029
Blue Line
The metro is coming to Dubai Creek Harbour
Blue Line: 30 km and 14 stations, opening on 9 September 2029. The first tunnelling phase is done.
Source: The National ↗What this means for buyers
In 2026 the market cooled amid the situation in the region: fewer deals than in record 2025, and some indices show lower prices. Nobody can guarantee growth. It is a good time to compare calmly: we shortlist projects by reliable developers and completed homes that are already rented out.
Figures from public sources as of October 2026. GlobalSeller is not an official representative of the developers: we help you choose, check the contract and complete the purchase.
Top projects
Dubai classics and the big launches of 2025–2026
Districts buyers have chosen for years, and the new projects the whole market is talking about. We send available units, floor plans and payment schedules.
Dubai Hills Estate
A green district for families: 18-hole golf course, Dubai Hills Mall (650+ outlets), King's College Hospital, GEMS schools. About 15 minutes to Downtown.
≈AED 2,340/sq ft · medianApartments, townhouses, villas
Downtown Dubai
The city centre around Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall and Dubai Opera. The most recognisable address for rentals.
≈AED 3,250/sq ft · askingBurj Khalifa views
Emaar Beachfront
Towers on a private 1.5 km beach between JBR and Palm Jumeirah, with the Dubai Harbour marina.
≈AED 3,640/sq ft · medianBeach and marina
Palm Jumeirah
The famous palm island: villas and apartments on the water. Led prime resale sales in Q3 2026.
Villas ≈AED 6,140/sq ftPrime segment
Grand Polo Club & Resort
Three polo fields and stables for 180 horses: 22 villa communities and 6,600+ homes near the future Al Maktoum airport expansion.
3-bed villas from AED 5.7MHandover: Q2 2029
The Oasis
Villas and mansions by lagoons across 9.4M m²: more than 7,000 homes, expanded to AED 73bn.
Phases hand over 2027–2030Waterside villas
Palm Jebel Ali
Dubai's new palm: 7 islands, 16 fronds, 90+ km of beaches. Contracts for 544 villas awarded in April 2026.
Completion: Q4 2028Villas on the water
Burj Azizi
Set to be the world's second-tallest tower: 725 m and 131+ floors on Sheikh Zayed Road.
Apartments from AED 4.97MCompletion: 2028–2029
Fahid Island
An island between Yas and Saadiyat with 6,000+ homes. Launch-week sales topped AED 3.5bn, 67% to expatriate and overseas buyers.
1-beds from AED 3.5M at launchInfrastructure: from 2029
Per-sq-ft prices are 2026 transaction medians and average asking prices (fäm Properties, dubizzle) or developer launch prices. Availability and terms change daily; we confirm the latest with the sales office. Sources: fäm Properties · dubizzle · Emaar · Nakheel · Gulf News · The National
Viewing trip
Fly in to choose: we meet you, host you and show you Dubai and Abu Dhabi
We organise a viewing trip to the UAE. If you buy from a developer, we reimburse your flights.
Airport pick-upWe meet you in Dubai or Abu Dhabi and drive you to your stay
3 nights freeWe host you close to the projects you are viewing
Area tourMarina, Downtown, Palm, Abu Dhabi: beaches, schools, amenities
Flights on usFlights reimbursed when you buy from a developer
Developer discountsExclusive offers and the best units before public launch
Support in your languageDeveloper checks, contract and registration explained in English
Trip and flight reimbursement terms depend on the project and developer and are confirmed before you travel.
Why the UAE
No income tax, residency for the family and developer payment plans
Dubai and Abu Dhabi are chosen for relocation, rentals and protecting capital: there is no personal income tax and no annual property tax.
No income tax
No personal income tax, including on rental income, and no annual property tax.
Golden Visa
Long-term residency (Golden Visa) for buyers of property worth AED 2M or more, with family.
Developer payment plans
A deposit, instalments during construction and often after handover.
Year-round rentals
Tourists, expats and business keep short and long-term rentals busy.
Comfort and service
Low crime, modern healthcare and international schools.
A global hub
Dubai and Abu Dhabi airports with direct flights to Europe, Asia and beyond.
Areas
Where people buy in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
Dubai Marina, JBR and Palm
Seafront towers, beaches and the marina. The most popular area for holiday rentals.
Downtown, Business Bay, Dubai Hills
Burj Khalifa, the business district and green premium communities with golf and schools.
JVC, Dubai South, Creek Harbour
Affordable entry, new builds with payment plans and room for price growth.
Abu Dhabi: Saadiyat, Yas, Al Reem
The UAE capital: Saadiyat beaches, the Louvre, Ferrari World, a calmer pace and family projects.
What we sell
All property in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
Turnkey
A complete turnkey service, from your flight to rental income and resale
Direct from developers
Sales office prices, discounts and exclusive offers.
English-speaking lawyer
Developer and contract checks, registration of the purchase.
Emirates ID and bank account
Help with your Emirates ID and a UAE bank account.
Money transfers
Help moving funds safely and legally.
Insurance
Property and health insurance.
Golden Visa
Golden Visa for purchases from AED 2M.
Furniture and appliances
Fully furnished, ready to live in or rent out.
Management and rentals
Holiday and long-term rentals with reports.
Utilities
Electricity, water and internet connected.
Resale
We find a buyer when you decide to sell.
Pick-up and tour
Airport, 3 free nights and an area tour.
Flight reimbursement
Flights paid when you buy from a developer.
Legal and documents
The purchase, Golden Visa, companies and bank accounts
Developer checks
Licence, project escrow account and delivery track record.
Registration
Registering the contract and title with the Land Department.
Golden Visa
The Golden Visa application for you and your family.
Emirates ID and bank account
Emirates ID and a UAE bank account.
Company formation
Free zone or mainland company, licence and accounting.
Business and licences
Licences for holiday rentals, trading and services.
Power of attorney
Complete the purchase without travelling.
Resale
Assignment of an off-plan unit or sale of a ready property.
Tax and Golden Visa
Tax advantages and residency through property
The UAE offers one of the most favourable regimes for property owners and their families.
No income tax
No personal income tax, including on rental income.
No ownership tax
No annual property tax, only building service charges and a municipal housing fee for occupants.
One-off fee
4% on registration in Dubai, about 2% in Abu Dhabi.
Golden Visa from AED 2M
For purchases of property from AED 2M, for you and your family.
2-year property visa (Dubai)
For owners of completed property: no minimum value for a sole owner, AED 400,000 per co-owner.
We handle it
Property checks, registration, visa, Emirates ID and bank account.
Rules and thresholds can change and differ between emirates. An adviser confirms the current conditions for your property before you buy. Your tax obligations in your country of residence still apply.
How it works
Three steps to your apartment by the sea
01Quiz
Answer 7 questions in 2 minutes.
02Shortlist
We send 3–5 projects with prices and payment plans on WhatsApp.
03Viewing and purchase
Online or in-person viewings, we handle the deal and registration in English.
FAQ
Questions buyers ask about the UAE
What is the Dubai market like right now?
2025 was a record year with AED 917bn of deals. In 2026, amid the situation in the region, there are fewer deals and some indices show lower prices, while airports and businesses keep operating. We do not promise price growth: we shortlist projects by reliable developers and completed homes with clear rental income.
Can foreigners buy property in the UAE?
Yes. In Dubai foreigners buy freehold in designated areas, in Abu Dhabi in investment zones such as Saadiyat, Yas, Al Reem Island and Al Raha.
What costs are on top of the price?
In Dubai a 4% Land Department fee plus fixed registration fees, in Abu Dhabi a registration fee of around 2%. There is no annual property tax, only building service charges and a municipal housing fee for occupants.
How do I get a Golden Visa?
Buying property worth AED 2M or more can qualify you and your family for a Golden Visa, a long-term residence visa; the term and conditions depend on the emirate and programme, and we check them for your property. Owners of completed property in Dubai can get a 2-year visa: no minimum value for a sole owner, AED 400,000 per co-owner.
Is rental income taxed?
The UAE has no personal income tax, including on rental income. Check your obligations in your country of tax residence separately.
Can I buy remotely?
Yes. We show properties by video call, the contract can be signed online or by power of attorney and payments go to the developer's escrow account.
Get a shortlist of the best projects in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
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