Sharjah property trading value jumps 40.7% to Dhs18.5 billion

 The real estate sector in the Emirate of Sharjah continued its strong performance during the first quarter of 2026, achieving remarkable growth in trading value and total transactions despite regional challenges. Total real estate trading value reached Dhs18.5 billion, compared to Dhs13.2 billion during the same period in 2025, marking a growth of 40.7 per cent, reflecting the sector’s resilience and growing investor confidence.

According to data released by the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department, the total number of real estate transactions executed during the first quarter of the year reached 29,235, representing an increase of 18.9 per cent compared to the previous year.

Ownership certificate transactions reached 11,354, while title deed transactions were 10,557.

Initial sales contracts recorded 5,386 contracts, and mortgage transactions reached 1,045, with a total value of Dhs4.1 billion. Valuation transactions were 879, reflecting the continued sustainable growth of Sharjah’s real estate sector.

Sales transactions recorded exceptional performance during the first quarter of 2026, reaching 9,978 transactions, marking a growth of 22.8 per cent compared to the same period in 2025.

This increase was driven by rising demand for residential units for both end-use and investment purposes, higher rental yields, price stability, as well as the diversity of real estate projects and available financing options.

The total trading value of sales transactions during the first quarter reached Dhs14.3 billion, distributed across 172 areas and covering a total area of 53.5 million square feet.

In terms of the highest ranking areas in number of sales transactions, Al-Belaida ranked first with 1,497 transactions valued at Dhs1.1 billion, followed by Muwaileh Commercial with 1,246 transactions valued at Dhs1.7 billion, and Al Khan with 711 transactions.

In terms of sales transactions by property type during the first quarter of 2026, residential properties accounted for the largest share with 7,781 transactions, representing 78 per cent of sales transactions.

Industrial properties followed with 1,239 transactions (12.4 per cent), commercial properties with 639 transactions (6.4 per cent), and agricultural properties with 319 transactions (3.2 per cent). Abdulaziz Ahmed Al-Shamsi, Director General of the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department, affirmed that the emirate’s real estate sector continues its accelerated growth despite current conditions, supported by investor confidence and a adaptive legislative environment. This reflects the success of strategic plans and enhances the market’s attractiveness for long-term investments.

He added that digital transformation and smart services have contributed to accelerating procedures and improving transaction efficiency, which has positively impacted customer experience and strengthened Sharjah’s position as one of the leading real estate markets in the UAE and the region.

During the first quarter of 2026, seven new real estate projects were registered in the Emirate of Sharjah. These projects varied across residential, industrial, and commercial sectors, reflecting the emirate’s commitment to developing an integrated urban environment that meets the needs of residents and investors while supporting sustainable market growth.