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As one of the world\u2019s most attractive destinations for property investment, the emirate is leading the Middle East\u2019s momentum into a new chapter of growth and innovation.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">During the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/en\/the-propertyguru-asia-property-awards-middle-east-return-with-inaugural-dubai-launch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Asia Connect: Dubai launch<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> of the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Middle East), DAMAC Properties cited data from Property Monitor (April 2025) which revealed that the first quarter alone recorded over 42,000 transactions worth AED114 billion, marking a strong start following a solid 2024 performance. Apartments made up the bulk of sales, followed by townhouses and villas, with the latter commanding an average price of over AED11 million.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The appeal is not unfounded. Dubai\u2019s average rental yields stand at 6.9 percent, outpacing global cities such as London, New York, and Hong Kong. Property prices rose 16.5 percent\u00a0year-on-year, while the absence of capital gains and annual property tax, alongside full foreign ownership, has placed the city firmly in the global investor spotlight, as outlined in the CBRE Dubai Residential Market Report Autumn 2024.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Shifting demand and new-age preferences<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/promotions.damacproperties.com\/global\/dubai-properties?goal=leadgen&amp;digital_source=search-gsn&amp;channelcluster=pull&amp;keyword=damac%20dubai&amp;ad_id=729897808506&amp;matchtype=e&amp;network=g&amp;utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=paid-search&amp;utm_campaign=AEI-|-Performance-|-Brand-ROW-|.Dig-Search-Goog-Glbl-ENG-Jul31&amp;bidtype=cpc&amp;campaign_id=a120700000LgEvV&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=20426166409&amp;gbraid=0AAAAADnwM7UXJG6NB8Hv0k3U338pq7-Wr&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwgb_CBhBMEiwA0p3oOL2-u2IfvYJBEx8BiwmSLpN3BIYlwx98BGR2fdNiL80pIU9z1g_AoxoCr9IQAvD_BwE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Nationality Insights by DAMAC<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> show growing interest from Indian, British, Russian, and Chinese investors in 2024. In Q1 2025, the trend continues, buoyed by the influx of over 6,700 millionaires expected to migrate to the UAE, according to Henley &amp; Partners.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Buyers increasingly favour modern architecture and amenities, a trend met by the limited yet high-quality supply from reputable developers. Developments such as DAMAC Lagoons, Shoreline, and Riverside reflect the shift towards integrated communities, lifestyle offerings, and long-term investment potential.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Saudi Arabia and the rise of mixed-use innovation<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Beyond the UAE, regional markets like Saudi Arabia are gaining ground, propelled by Vision 2030 and robust development frameworks. As developers expand their reach and integrate retail, office, and residential components, mixed-use projects are becoming key investment opportunities.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">One such example is <\/span>The North Yard by Oud Real-Estate Development Company, which was recognised for Best Retail Office Development and Best Retail Office Interior Design (KSA) at the 2024 PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Middle East). Oud Real-Estate Development Company also won the Best Mixed Use Developer (KSA) title, affirming their leadership in creating dynamic, future-ready urban environments.<\/p>\n<p>These accolades were part of the wider 19th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final 2024<span data-contrast=\"auto\">, where regional winners from across 15 markets, including\u00a0Australia, Mainland China, and India, competed for continental recognition.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What makes Dubai and the wider Middle East so appealing?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It is not just about luxury or yields. Dubai offers a compelling value proposition through visa incentives tied to real estate and long-term residency perks. According to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/timesofindia.indiatimes.com\/world\/middle-east\/golden-visa-in-dubai-can-new-investors-qualify-instantly-with-dh2-million-property-investment\/articleshow\/121695898.cms?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Times of India<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, foreign property investors can now qualify instantly for a 10\u2011year UAE Golden Visa with a AED2\u202fmillion property purchase. The UAE\u2019s Golden Visa program extends five or 10-year residency to qualifying real estate investors\u2014starting from AED2\u202fmillion\u2014enabling them to live, work, study, and sponsor family. This, paired with no personal income tax and robust infrastructure, positions Dubai as a low-barrier, high-benefit alternative to other global cities.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia is rapidly cementing its place in global real estate. Under Vision 2030, the kingdom has fostered significant reforms and private-sector growth, fueling diverse real estate projects.\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.middleeastbriefing.com\/news\/saudi-arabias-booming-real-estate-market-opportunities-for-investors-developers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Middle East Briefing<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0reported its real estate market is expected to reach USD2.31\u202ftrillion by 2025\u2014driven by reforms, urbanisation, and surging FDI. The growth of mixed-use developments is striking: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tanmeya.com.sa\/article\/the-growth-of-mixed-use-developments-in-saudi-arabia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Tanmeya Capital<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> explained that Vision 2030 is a &#8220;dramatic transformation&#8221; featuring residential, commercial, cultural, and leisure spaces within centralised developments\u2014offering sustainability, efficiency, and economic diversity.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Know any award-worthy residential, commercial, or industrial projects in the country? Nominate them for the 2<\/span><\/i><\/b><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">nd<\/span><\/i><\/b><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\"> annual PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Middle East) on or before 11 July 2025. To know more, visit <\/span><\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.asiapropertyawards.com\/en\/award\/middle-east\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">AsiaPropertyAwards.com\/Award\/MiddleEast\/.<\/span><\/i><\/b><\/a><\/p>\n<p><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">Gynen Kyra Toriano, Digital Content Manager at PropertyGuru, wrote this article. For more information, email: <\/span><\/i><a href=\"mailto:gynen@propertyguru.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span data-contrast=\"none\">gynen@propertyguru.com<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From Saudi Arabia to the UAE, vision-led growth is transforming the built environment 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