Sharjah’s real estate sector recorded strong growth in the first quarter of 2026, with higher trading value and transaction volumes despite regional challenges. Moreover, the performance reflected continued resilience and rising investor confidence.
Total real estate trading value reached AED18.5bn, compared to AED13.2bn in the same period of 2025. As a result, the sector posted growth of 40.7%.
According to the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department, total real estate transactions rose to 29,235 during the quarter. Additionally, this represented an 18.9% increase compared to the previous year.
Abdulaziz Ahmed Al Shamsi, Director-General of the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department, said the market continues to expand at an accelerated pace despite current conditions. Moreover, he said investor confidence and an adaptive legislative environment are supporting the sector’s performance and strengthening long-term investment appeal.
He added that digital transformation and smart services have improved transaction efficiency and accelerated procedures. Furthermore, he said this has enhanced customer experience and reinforced Sharjah’s position as a leading real estate market in the UAE and the wider region.
New project registrations and ownership expansion
Seven new real estate projects were registered in Sharjah during the first quarter of 2026. Additionally, the projects covered residential, industrial, and commercial segments, supporting the emirate’s integrated urban development plans.
A total of 47 projects have been approved for ownership by non-UAE and GCC nationals since Executive Council Resolution No. (30) of 2022. Moreover, three projects received approval during the first quarter of 2026.
Sharjah also recorded a rise in the number of nationalities investing in its real estate market, reaching 113 compared to 97 in 2025. As a result, the investor base continued to widen.
The number of properties traded by investors of various nationalities increased to 15,926 from 11,852 in the same period last year. Additionally, the figures highlighted growing market depth and broader participation.
Breakdown of trading activity by investor group
UAE nationals accounted for around AED9bn of total trading value through 10,099 properties. Meanwhile, GCC nationals invested AED0.8bn across 502 properties.
Arab nationals invested AED3.4bn through 2,692 properties. Furthermore, investors from other nationalities contributed AED5.3bn across 2,633 properties.
