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Investing in Dubai from Qatar
Why Qatar invests in Dubai
The Dubai property market has long been an attractive investment destination for international investors, and Qatari investors are no exception.
With its strong economy and promising returns, Dubai offers lucrative opportunities for Qatari investors seeking to diversify their portfolios and capitalise on a familiar and thriving real estate sector.
Like most global investors, Qataris have recognised the potential of the Dubai property market and its third growth cycle. For 2025 and beyond, Dubai stands out as one of the strongest-performing property markets globally, boasting exceptional growth and impressive returns and, more so than ever before, these returns look set to be realised in a sustainable and maturing market.
In 2024, Qatar's residential property market faced significant challenges due to weak demand and an oversupply of available properties. The real estate price index fell by 6.73% in April 2024 compared to the same period last year, following modest growth rates in the previous years. When adjusted for inflation, the decline was even steeper at 8.06%.
The average price of apartments in Q1 2024 was QAR 10,320 (USD 2,831) per sq m, while villa prices averaged QAR 5,544 (USD 1,521) per sq m. Residential sales transactions dropped by 16.2% in 2023, following a 25.5% decline in 2022. Despite some early signs of recovery in 2024, with residential sales rising by 30% year-over-year in the first two months, the market continues to grapple with oversupply issues.
Price decline: Real estate price index fell by 6.73% year-over-year in April 2024.
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Average prices: Apartments at QAR 10,320 (USD 2,831) per sq m, villas at QAR 5,544 (USD 1,521) per sq m.
Oversupply issue: Continued oversupply of properties following the completion of major projects for the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
While Qatari investors were coming to realise the full extent of the issues in their domestic market, data on Dubai property investment performance was published - showing a stark difference in the two investment options.
In Q3 2024, Dubai's property market demonstrated remarkable resilience and growth, attracting significant attention due to its strong performance. According to the Dubai Land Department (DLD), the total sales value reached AED 141.95 billion, marking a 30% year-over-year increase. This strong performance was driven by both off-plan and ready properties, reflecting the market's versatility and broad appeal.
The market recorded 50,425 transactions, a 38% year-over-year increase, underscoring the high demand for Dubai real estate. The rental sector also saw significant activity, with 46,000 new rental contracts signed, highlighting strong demand for residential properties. Luxury properties continued to attract considerable interest, with areas like Dubai Hills Estate and Business Bay leading in sales and rental prices.
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