5,314 Emirati youth pumps Dhs4.3b into Sharjah’s real estate sector

Gulf Today, Staff Reporter

Investments by Emirati youth in Sharjah’s real estate sector reached a cumulative value of Dhs4.3 billion as of August 2026, through 7,052 properties traded by 5,314 young individuals.

This reflects their growing position as strategic partners and their strong confidence in the attractiveness of the emirate's economic and legislative environment.

The statistical figures released by Sharjah’s real estate registration department coincide with the celebration of International Youth Day, highlighting the pivotal role played by the nation's youth in strengthening the real estate sector and their growing investment awareness, which has encouraged them to build sustainable capital assets in line with Sharjah's comprehensive developmental vision.

The report revealed a balanced gender distribution within the owner base and investment values among the target age group (18-35 years).

In terms of traded properties, males accounted for 61.3%, through 4,325 properties, compared to 38.7% for females, through 2,727 properties.

Regarding the investors base, males accounted for 59.5% with 3,162 investors, compared to 40.5% for females with 2,152 investors. Investment values were distributed at 64.6% for males, amounting to Dhs2.8 billion, compared to 35.4% for females, amounting to Dhs1.5 billion.

Saud Al-Khayyal, Chairman of the Youth Council at the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department, emphasized that the statistical results clearly reflect the success of the emirate's developmental approach, led by the wise vision of His Highness Dr Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, and the continuous follow-up of Sheikh Sultan Bin Mohammad Bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Sharjah, Chairman of the Executive Council.

Expanding Base of Emirati Investors Al-Khayyal stated: "The outstanding investment performance of Emirati youth, which we highlight today on the occasion of international youth day, reflects the growing base of national investors in the emirate. We do not view these figures as merely representing real estate transactions, rather as evidence of the growing investment culture and awareness among the younger generations regarding the importance of building assets.

This enhances our vision of making Sharjah's real estate sector a preferred and sustainable investment choice for individuals and families seeking to build their wealth and achieve financial stability." 9,376 Real Estate Transactions with growth rate of 25.3% Compared to June Sharjah Real Estate Records Dhs7 billion in Trading Value with 61.8% Growth in July Sharjah’s real estate sector maintained its growth, recording transactions worth Dhs7 billion during July 2026, registering an increase of 61.8% compared to June which amounted to Dhs4.4 billion, through 9,376 transactions with a growth rate of 25.3%, which highlights the continued investment momentum in the emirate. The total area traded in sales transactions reached approximately 27.2 million square feet.

The continued growth of Sharjah's real estate sector performance underscores the strength of its markets and its attractive investment power, driven by wise vision, ongoing infrastructure development, and major development projects launched by the Emirate of Sharjah. These efforts solidify its strategic position as a preferred destination for regional and global investors. This momentum also reflects growing confidence in the legislative ecosystem and the emirate's high flexibility, ensuring a competitive and sustainable business environment that supports long-term growth across all its areas.

466 Mortgage Transactions Worth Dhs1 billion

Data issued by the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department showed that ownership certificate transactions led with 4,049 transactions, capturing a significant share. These were followed by ownership deed transactions with 3,356 transactions, and mortgage transactions with 466 transactions valued at Dhs1 billion. Initial sales contract transactions reached 1,185 transactions, while valuation transactions totaled 320.

Trading Across 1,347 Lands Transactions were carried out across 129 areas throughout the emirate, covering residential, commercial, and industrial properties. In detail, the breakdown of trades showed activity concentrated on 1,347 lands (comprising 895 residential lands, 381 industrial lands, and 71 commercial lands), alongside 894 subdivided unit transactions (comprising 842 apartments, 25 parking, 17 offices, 9 studios, and 1 shop), and 643 developed land transactions (comprising 412 residential properties, 188 industrial properties, and 43 commercial properties). This reflects the comprehensiveness of the market and the integration of its investment option.

Highest Deal Recorded in “Industrial 4” valued at Dhs850 million The highest real estate transaction recorded in Sharjah during July was on a land in “Industrial 4,” valued at Dhs850 million. Meanwhile, “Al Layyeh” recorded the highest mortgage transaction during the same month on a land valued at Dhs120 million.

2,884 Sales Transactions in the Emirate

The report indicated that the total number of sales transactions in the emirate reached 2,884 transactions. In Sharjah City, the total reached 2,091 transactions, with “Muwaileh Commercial” ranking the highest in terms of the number of sales transactions with 442 transactions, followed by “Al Sajaa Industrial” with 244 transactions, “Hay Hoshi” with 203 transactions, and “Al Khan” with 168 transactions.

In terms of trading value in Sharjah City, “Al Sajaa Industrial” ranked first with Dhs715.4 million, followed by “Muwaileh Commercial” with Dhs516.3 million, “Al Menhaz” with Dhs449.5 million, and “Al Qulai’aah” with Dhs365.7 million.

In the Central Region, 527 sales transactions were recorded, concentrated in “Al Belaida” with 192 transactions, while “Industrial 4” recorded the highest area in trading value at Dhs908.8 million.

In the Eastern Region, Khor Fakkan witnessed 206 transactions, led by “Al Mudeifi” with 159 transactions and a trading value of Dhs218.2 million. In Kalba, 58 transactions were recorded, led by “Commercial Sour Kalba” with 21 transactions and a trading value of Dhs5.6 million. In Dibba Al Hisn, 2 transactions were recorded in Hay Al Shamali and “Hay Al Seeh” with 1 transaction each, while “Hay Al Seeh” recorded the highest trading value at Dhs1.2 million.