The first half of 2025 marked a significant turning point for the real estate market in the Emirate of Sharjah. The total volume of transactions reached 27 billion AED, 48.1% more than in the same period in 2024.
According to the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department, 48,059 transactions were completed in the first six months, representing an increase from last year's 46,524 transactions.
This significant growth reflects increased investor confidence in the Sharjah market from both UAE residents and foreign buyers. Sharjah's stable economy, investor-friendly laws, and modern infrastructure have made it one of the most dynamic markets in the region.
International interest and geographical diversity
Abdulaziz Ahmed Al Shamsi, the department's director general, noted that transaction dynamics covered 214 areas with a total of 90 million square feet of property sold. These transactions include traditional sales, leasehold deals, and initial contracts. A key indicator of stability was the growth in mortgage lending. A total of 2,582 mortgage deals, worth AED 5.7 billion, were concluded through 24 financial institutions.
Where are the largest deals being made?
The Muwailih Commercial District led the way in sales volume with 2,898 transactions worth 3.5 billion AED. Other districts with significant sales include Al-Belaida (1,593 transactions worth AED 1.3 billion) and Al-Metraq (1,387 transactions worth AED 430 million).
Residential real estate accounted for nearly 75% of all transactions, indicating the main demand. Industrial properties followed with 20.8% of transactions, commercial premises with 4%, and agricultural land with 0.6%.
Investments came from 109 countries
According to the report, investors from 109 countries invested in Sharjah real estate in the first half of the year. UAE citizens purchased 14,307 properties worth AED 12.2 billion (45.2% of the total). Investors from other Arab countries invested AED 5.4 billion in 4,057 properties, while investors from Persian Gulf countries invested AED 1.2 billion in 889 properties.
Foreign investors from other regions invested a record AED 8.1 billion (30.1% of the total), demonstrating high international interest. The most active foreign buyers were from India (1,525 properties), Syria (969 properties), Egypt (685 properties), Jordan (576 properties), and Iraq (576 properties). Jordan (678) and Iraq (576). A total of 6,662 foreign investors participated in the transactions, which is 39.4% more than in 2024.
New projects and the future of the market
In the first half of the year, eight new projects were registered in Sharjah. These projects included residential complexes in the Muwailih Commercial, Al-Tay, and Al-Tay West areas. There were also two industrial buildings registered in Al-Saja'a Industrial and two multifunctional complexes registered in Al-Belaida and Al-Waha.
According to Al Shamsi, this activity is a direct result of government support, primarily from Sharjah's ruler, Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, and his successor, Sheikh Sultan bin Muhammad bin Sultan Al Qasimi. Their strategic vision and attention to detail have helped strengthen the emirate's position in the regional and international real estate markets.
The Sharjah real estate market continues to demonstrate high stability and investment appeal. Thanks to well-thought-out government policies, transparent regulations, and a favorable legal environment, Sharjah is confidently moving toward becoming one of the region's leading investment hubs.