Sharjah’s real estate sector has continued its remarkable upward trajectory, recording AED 27 billion in total transaction value during the first half of 2025, a 48.1% increase from the AED 18.2 billion posted in the same period last year, according to the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department (SRERD).
The volume of transactions also saw moderate growth, with 48,059 deals completed in H1 2025—up 3.3% year-on-year from 46,524 in H1 2024. This continued strength underscores Sharjah’s growing status as a regional investment destination, attracting both local and international buyers.
Sustained Investor Confidence and Government Support
SRERD Director-General Abdulaziz Ahmed Al-Shamsi attributed the positive results to investor confidence, driven by Sharjah’s economic stability, advanced infrastructure, and pro-investment policies.
“These record-breaking figures reflect the vitality and continuous growth of the emirate’s property sector, made possible by the visionary leadership of His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi and His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad bin Sultan Al Qasimi,” Al-Shamsi said.
Robust Sales and Mortgage Activity
- Sales Transactions:
- Totaled 15,686 deals in H1 2025
- Valued at AED 21.2 billion
- Up 45.1% compared to 10,809 transactions in H1 2024
- Spread across 214 areas, covering 90 million sq. ft.
- Mortgage Transactions:
- 2,582 mortgages registered
- Worth AED 5.7 billion
- Facilitated through 24 financial institutions
Top mortgage areas included:
- Tilal: 194 mortgages worth AED 339.2 million
- Muwailih Commercial: 167 mortgages worth AED 707.3 million
- Um Fanain: 146 mortgages worth AED 222.6 million
- Al-Saja’a Industrial: 71 mortgages worth AED 204.8 million
Most Active Areas and Property Types
- Muwailih Commercial topped the list with 2,898 transactions valued at AED 3.5 billion
- Al-Belaida followed with 1,593 transactions worth AED 1.3 billion
- Al-Metraq recorded 1,387 deals valued at AED 430 million
Property breakdown:
- Residential: 11,459 transactions (74.6%)
- Industrial: 3,195 (20.8%)
- Commercial: 603 (4%)
- Agricultural: 95 (0.6%)
New Developments and Project Expansion
Eight new real estate projects were registered in H1 2025, including:
- Four residential complexes in Muwailih Commercial, Al-Tay, and Al-Tay West
- Two industrial towers in Al-Saja’a Industrial
- Two mixed-use towers in Al-Belaida and Al-Waha
Diverse Investor Base
Sharjah continues to appeal to a broad spectrum of investors, with buyers from 109 nationalities participating in the market.
Investor breakdown:
- UAE nationals: AED 12.2 billion across 14,307 properties (45.2%)
- GCC nationals: AED 1.2 billion via 889 properties (4.6%)
- Arab investors: AED 5.4 billion through 4,057 properties (20.1%)
- Foreign investors: AED 8.1 billion across 3,878 properties (30.1%)
Foreign investor participation grew by:
- 39.4% in number of investors (6,662 in H1 2025)
- 40.6% in number of properties traded (7,448 properties)
Top non-UAE investors:
- India: 1,525 properties
- Syria: 969
- Egypt: 685
- Jordan: 678
- Iraq: 576
Outlook and Strategic Vision
Sharjah’s leadership remains focused on building a transparent, integrated, and sustainable real estate ecosystem. With proactive regulatory frameworks and ongoing infrastructure investment, the emirate continues to offer a compelling value proposition for both residents and global investors.
The strong performance in H1 2025 signals lasting momentum and positions Sharjah as a key player in the region’s property market for years to come.
