According to the latest report from the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department, unprecedented growth in real estate transaction volume has been observed. In the first nine months of 2025, this figure reached an impressive AED 44.3 billion, equivalent to US$12.06 billion. This result marked a record increase of 58.3% compared to the same period of the previous year, 2024.
Furthermore, the growth trend has been so strong that the transaction value in the first nine months of 2025 has already surpassed the total annual volume recorded in 2024, which amounted to AED 40 billion. This exceptional figure clearly demonstrates not only the rapid development but also the remarkable strength and dynamism of Sharjah's real estate sector.
These reports confirm the emirate's enduring reputation as a stable and extremely attractive investment destination. This impressive growth is a direct result of the implementation of a comprehensive development strategy aimed at strengthening Sharjah's position in the global real estate market and attracting significant investment. The Sharjah real estate market is demonstrating impressive growth, as evidenced by a significant increase in mortgage loan volumes and the overall number of transactions. During the reporting period, mortgage loan volumes reached a remarkable AED 10.7 billion. This figure not only demonstrates the expansion of financial activity in the sector but also the growing diversification of investment instruments available to property buyers. The increase in mortgage lending directly correlates with increased confidence in the market and its potential.
Overall, the number of real estate transactions in Sharjah increased by 16.3%, reaching 80,320, compared to 69,078 in the same period last year. This increase encompasses all transaction types, including sales, usufruct sales, and initial purchase agreements. A total of 24,238 sales and purchase transactions were concluded, covering over 150 million square feet across 239 locations, with strong activity in both the residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.
The first half of 2025 was particularly strong for the Sharjah real estate market, with total transaction value growing by 48.1% to AED 27 billion, while the number of transactions increased by 3.3% to 48,059. Experts and officials attribute these strong performances to sustained investor confidence driven by the emirate's economic stability, developed infrastructure, and business-friendly legislation. Sharjah continues to strengthen its position as a key regional real estate hub, attracting investors from around the world.
Sharjah continues to strengthen its position as a global investment hub, attracting investors from 121 countries. The emirate demonstrated impressive growth in real estate, recording 41,989 property sales for a total of AED 44.3 billion. Significant investments were made by both local and foreign investors. Emiratis led the way, investing AED 21.1 billion in 28,561 properties. Foreign investors followed with AED 13.1 billion in 6,116 properties. Investors from Arab and GCC countries also made significant contributions, investing AED 7.5 billion in 5,855 properties and AED 2.6 billion in 1,457 properties, respectively.
At the same time, Sharjah's infrastructure is actively developing. During the reporting period, 14 new projects were registered in 11 strategic areas, covering residential, commercial, and industrial real estate. This surge in new construction is evidence of the city's dynamic development and expanding investment opportunities. Abdul Aziz Ahmed Al Shamsi, Director General of the Sharjah Real Estate Department, emphasized that these high figures directly reflect the strength of the local economy and the robustness of the emirate's investment infrastructure. He also noted that this success is the result of the consistent implementation of a comprehensive development vision initiated by His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Ruler of Sharjah, and supported by the directives of His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince.
Furthermore, the growth trend has been so strong that the transaction value in the first nine months of 2025 has already surpassed the total annual volume recorded in 2024, which amounted to AED 40 billion. This exceptional figure clearly demonstrates not only the rapid development but also the remarkable strength and dynamism of Sharjah's real estate sector.
These reports confirm the emirate's enduring reputation as a stable and extremely attractive investment destination. This impressive growth is a direct result of the implementation of a comprehensive development strategy aimed at strengthening Sharjah's position in the global real estate market and attracting significant investment. The Sharjah real estate market is demonstrating impressive growth, as evidenced by a significant increase in mortgage loan volumes and the overall number of transactions. During the reporting period, mortgage loan volumes reached a remarkable AED 10.7 billion. This figure not only demonstrates the expansion of financial activity in the sector but also the growing diversification of investment instruments available to property buyers. The increase in mortgage lending directly correlates with increased confidence in the market and its potential.
Overall, the number of real estate transactions in Sharjah increased by 16.3%, reaching 80,320, compared to 69,078 in the same period last year. This increase encompasses all transaction types, including sales, usufruct sales, and initial purchase agreements. A total of 24,238 sales and purchase transactions were concluded, covering over 150 million square feet across 239 locations, with strong activity in both the residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.
The first half of 2025 was particularly strong for the Sharjah real estate market, with total transaction value growing by 48.1% to AED 27 billion, while the number of transactions increased by 3.3% to 48,059. Experts and officials attribute these strong performances to sustained investor confidence driven by the emirate's economic stability, developed infrastructure, and business-friendly legislation. Sharjah continues to strengthen its position as a key regional real estate hub, attracting investors from around the world.
Sharjah continues to strengthen its position as a global investment hub, attracting investors from 121 countries. The emirate demonstrated impressive growth in real estate, recording 41,989 property sales for a total of AED 44.3 billion. Significant investments were made by both local and foreign investors. Emiratis led the way, investing AED 21.1 billion in 28,561 properties. Foreign investors followed with AED 13.1 billion in 6,116 properties. Investors from Arab and GCC countries also made significant contributions, investing AED 7.5 billion in 5,855 properties and AED 2.6 billion in 1,457 properties, respectively.
At the same time, Sharjah's infrastructure is actively developing. During the reporting period, 14 new projects were registered in 11 strategic areas, covering residential, commercial, and industrial real estate. This surge in new construction is evidence of the city's dynamic development and expanding investment opportunities. Abdul Aziz Ahmed Al Shamsi, Director General of the Sharjah Real Estate Department, emphasized that these high figures directly reflect the strength of the local economy and the robustness of the emirate's investment infrastructure. He also noted that this success is the result of the consistent implementation of a comprehensive development vision initiated by His Highness Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Ruler of Sharjah, and supported by the directives of His Highness Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Crown Prince.