UAE investors accounted for more than half of Sharjah’s real estate trade value in the H1 2026, underscoring the emirate’s continued appeal as an investment destination, according to the latest report issued by the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department.
“UAE investors ranked first among investor segments in the Emirate, recording investments worth AED14.9 billion across 22,599 properties owned by 9,655 investors. Their investments represented 50.6% of Sharjah’s total real estate trade value of AED29.5 billion during the period,” the report noted.
The department attributed the strong performance to growing confidence in Sharjah’s investment environment, supported by tailwinds like advanced legislation, sustainable urban development, and quality real estate projects that continue to enhance the emirate’s competitiveness and attractiveness.
The report highlighted the active participation of Emirati women in the property market. As per the data, the male investors accounted for 72% of traded properties, while women represented 28%.
“In terms of ownership distribution, Emirati male owners accounted for 59.3% of sales transactions compared with 40.7% for female owners, reflecting the growing economic role of Emirati women and their contribution as active partners in investment and development,” the Department remarked.
“Male investors accounted for 75.3% of the total sales transaction value, while female investors represented 24.7%, demonstrating the continued expansion of women’s participation in real estate ownership and investment activity,” it added further.
The report also analyzed investment activity across age groups, pointing to growing awareness of real estate investment among UAE nationals.
“Among investors aged 35 years and under, men accounted for 65.5% of traded properties and women 34.5%. Ownership distribution stood at 57% for men and 43% for women, while the value of sales transactions reached 72.5% for men and 27.5% for women. For investors aged between 36 and 53 years, males accounted for 71.2% of traded properties compared with 28.8% for females. Ownership distribution reached 58.2% for men and 41.8% for women, while the value of sales transactions stood at 73.3% for men and 26.7% for women,” the Department said.
A similar trend was seen among investors aged 54 years and above, where males accounted for 77.6% of traded properties, followed by females at 22.4%. Ownership distribution, among that age category, reached 64.3% for males and 35.7% for females, while sales transaction value recorded 78% for males and 22% for females.
Abdulaziz Ahmed Al-Shamsi, Director-General of the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department, said that the UAE Investor Report results for the first half of 2026 reflect the success of Sharjah’s development approach and the strength of its real estate market.
As per the senior official, the department’s report’s significance extends beyond investment volumes, as it highlights the growing participation of UAE investors, particularly young people and women.
“Sharjah’s real estate market continues to offer attractive opportunities for individuals and families, reinforcing its position as a preferred destination for sustainable property investment,” Al-Shamsi concluded.