Sharjah’s real estate sector recorded strong growth during Ramadan 2026, with total transaction value reaching AED4.6 billion, up 71.8% from AED2.7 billion a year earlier. Moreover, the performance reflects sustained demand across property segments and reinforces the emirate’s investment appeal.
Transaction growth signals market momentum
A total of 7,299 real estate transactions were recorded, marking a 45.3% increase compared to 5,023 transactions during Ramadan 2025. Additionally, this rise highlights continued expansion supported by a stable regulatory environment and infrastructure development.
According to official data, transaction activity spanned multiple categories. Furthermore, it included 3,596 ownership certificates, 2,464 title deeds, 969 initial sales contracts, and 270 mortgage transactions. As a result, the market demonstrated a balanced structure across sales, registration, and financing segments.
Sales activity driven by rising demand
Sales transactions remained a key growth driver, with 2,093 deals recorded during the period. Moreover, this represents a 26.7% increase compared to 1,652 transactions in the previous year.
This growth is supported by demand for residential and investment properties. Additionally, new project launches featuring integrated amenities and competitive rental yields have attracted investors.
Sales included 1,121 final transactions, 952 initial sales contracts, and 20 usufruct deals. Therefore, activity remained strong across both off-plan and completed property segments.
Leadership highlights sector resilience
Abdulaziz Ahmed Al-Shamsi, Director-General of the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department, stated, “The growth observed in the real estate sector during Ramadan 2026 reflects the strength and resilience of the market, underpinned by a long-term strategic vision focused on building a comprehensive and sustainable real estate ecosystem. This approach is driven by legislative stability, balanced urban development, and the introduction of diversified real estate projects designed to meet the evolving needs of investors and residents alike.”
Al-Shamsi added, “The diversity of developmental projects, coupled with ongoing infrastructure enhancements and the availability of flexible real estate financing solutions, has played a key role in driving increased sales activity and rising demand across property segments, further strengthening investor confidence in Sharjah’s real estate market.”
He further emphasised that the emirate continues to advance toward a sustainable real estate model. Furthermore, this approach prioritises quality of life and long-term investment appeal. As a result, Sharjah strengthens its position as a competitive regional and global real estate destination.
