emirates7 - Sharjah’s real estate sector achieved AED27 billion in transactions during the first half of 2025, marking a 48.1% increase from AED18.2 billion during the same period in 2024.
The Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department reported a total of 48,059 transactions, a 3.3% rise compared to 46,524 in the first half of the previous year. This robust performance highlights growing investor confidence in Sharjah’s property market, driven by economic stability, pro-investor legislation, and modern infrastructure. The diverse range of investor nationalities further enhances Sharjah’s reputation as a dynamic and appealing real estate destination.
Abdulaziz Ahmed Al-Shamsi, Director-General of the department, stated that the sector’s strong showing underscores the vitality and continued growth of Sharjah’s real estate market. He attributed this progress to both local and international confidence in the emirate and to the support of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi and H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad bin Sultan Al Qasimi.
Al-Shamsi revealed that sales transactions alone accounted for 15,686 deals, valued at AED21.2 billion, spanning 214 different locations and covering 90 million square feet—demonstrating the geographic diversity of investment opportunities.
Mortgage activity also strengthened, with 2,582 transactions valued at approximately AED5.7 billion, illustrating a strong partnership between real estate players and financing institutions.
Foreign investment continues to surge, with investors from 109 nationalities participating in the market. Al-Shamsi emphasized that Sharjah remains focused on enhancing the real estate ecosystem through transparency and sustainable development efforts.
Sales activity, including regular sales, usufruct sales, and initial sales contracts, reached 15,686 transactions valued at AED21.2 billion—an increase of 45.1% from 10,809 deals in H1 2024. These transactions spanned 214 areas and a combined area of 90 million square feet.
Among key areas, “Muwailih Commercial” led with 2,898 transactions worth AED3.5 billion, followed by Al-Belaida with 1,593 transactions valued at AED1.3 billion, and Al-Metraq with 1,387 transactions worth AED430 million.
Residential properties dominated, accounting for 11,459 transactions (74.6% of the total), while industrial properties saw 3,195 deals (20.8%), commercial properties 603 (4%), and agricultural lands 95 (0.6%).
Mortgage deals numbered 2,582, totaling AED5.7 billion, processed through 24 lenders. The highest mortgage activity was seen in Tilal (194 transactions, AED339.2 million), Muwailih Commercial (167 transactions, AED707.3 million), Um Fanain (146 transactions, AED222.6 million), and Al-Saja’a Industrial (71 transactions, AED204.8 million).
Eight new real estate developments were registered, including four residential complexes in Muwailih Commercial, Al-Tay, and Al-Tay West, along with two industrial towers in Al-Saja’a Industrial and two mixed-use towers in Al-Belaida and Al-Waha.
Investors from 109 nationalities contributed to the market. Emiratis led with AED12.2 billion invested across 14,307 properties (45.2% of the total). GCC nationals contributed AED1.2 billion via 889 properties (4.6%), while other Arab investors recorded AED5.4 billion across 4,057 properties (20.1%).
Non-Arab foreign investments also grew significantly, reaching AED8.1 billion across 3,878 properties—representing 30.1% of the total value. The number of foreign investors increased by 39.4% year-on-year to 6,662, with 7,448 properties traded, a 40.6% rise.
In terms of property count, UAE nationals topped the list with 14,307 properties, followed by investors from India (1,525), Syria (969), Egypt (685), Jordan (678), and Iraq (576).
The Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department reported a total of 48,059 transactions, a 3.3% rise compared to 46,524 in the first half of the previous year. This robust performance highlights growing investor confidence in Sharjah’s property market, driven by economic stability, pro-investor legislation, and modern infrastructure. The diverse range of investor nationalities further enhances Sharjah’s reputation as a dynamic and appealing real estate destination.
Abdulaziz Ahmed Al-Shamsi, Director-General of the department, stated that the sector’s strong showing underscores the vitality and continued growth of Sharjah’s real estate market. He attributed this progress to both local and international confidence in the emirate and to the support of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi and H.H. Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad bin Sultan Al Qasimi.
Al-Shamsi revealed that sales transactions alone accounted for 15,686 deals, valued at AED21.2 billion, spanning 214 different locations and covering 90 million square feet—demonstrating the geographic diversity of investment opportunities.
Mortgage activity also strengthened, with 2,582 transactions valued at approximately AED5.7 billion, illustrating a strong partnership between real estate players and financing institutions.
Foreign investment continues to surge, with investors from 109 nationalities participating in the market. Al-Shamsi emphasized that Sharjah remains focused on enhancing the real estate ecosystem through transparency and sustainable development efforts.
Sales activity, including regular sales, usufruct sales, and initial sales contracts, reached 15,686 transactions valued at AED21.2 billion—an increase of 45.1% from 10,809 deals in H1 2024. These transactions spanned 214 areas and a combined area of 90 million square feet.
Among key areas, “Muwailih Commercial” led with 2,898 transactions worth AED3.5 billion, followed by Al-Belaida with 1,593 transactions valued at AED1.3 billion, and Al-Metraq with 1,387 transactions worth AED430 million.
Residential properties dominated, accounting for 11,459 transactions (74.6% of the total), while industrial properties saw 3,195 deals (20.8%), commercial properties 603 (4%), and agricultural lands 95 (0.6%).
Mortgage deals numbered 2,582, totaling AED5.7 billion, processed through 24 lenders. The highest mortgage activity was seen in Tilal (194 transactions, AED339.2 million), Muwailih Commercial (167 transactions, AED707.3 million), Um Fanain (146 transactions, AED222.6 million), and Al-Saja’a Industrial (71 transactions, AED204.8 million).
Eight new real estate developments were registered, including four residential complexes in Muwailih Commercial, Al-Tay, and Al-Tay West, along with two industrial towers in Al-Saja’a Industrial and two mixed-use towers in Al-Belaida and Al-Waha.
Investors from 109 nationalities contributed to the market. Emiratis led with AED12.2 billion invested across 14,307 properties (45.2% of the total). GCC nationals contributed AED1.2 billion via 889 properties (4.6%), while other Arab investors recorded AED5.4 billion across 4,057 properties (20.1%).
Non-Arab foreign investments also grew significantly, reaching AED8.1 billion across 3,878 properties—representing 30.1% of the total value. The number of foreign investors increased by 39.4% year-on-year to 6,662, with 7,448 properties traded, a 40.6% rise.
In terms of property count, UAE nationals topped the list with 14,307 properties, followed by investors from India (1,525), Syria (969), Egypt (685), Jordan (678), and Iraq (576).