Today's Edition
A. SREENIVASA REDDY (ABU DHABI)
A recent survey has found that there is a strong and sustained appetite for property ownership in the UAE.
Nearly three in four respondents (72%) in May indicated plans to purchase property within the next six months. This momentum continued into June, with 69% maintaining their buying intent—signalling consistent underlying demand.
The survey, titled PF Market Pulse, has been launched by Property Finder, a leading real estate portal, as a bi-monthly barometer of consumer sentiment. Over 13,000 unique respondents participated in the inaugural edition, offering insight into the mindset of both buyers and sellers.
Expectations around pricing shifted over the two-month period. In May 2025, buyers were fairly divided: 37% believed prices would fall, 34% anticipated increases, and 29% expected stability. By June, a growing number of buyers were expecting a market correction, with 44% predicting a price drop, 30% expecting increases, and 26% forecasting no major change.
This shift suggests a growing perception that the recent price surges may be softening—an indication of a more mature and considered outlook among home seekers as the market continues to evolve.
“The results not only highlight a resilient appetite for home ownership in the UAE, but also reflect a more informed, confident buyer that’s increasingly responsive to market signals,” said Sevgi Gur, Chief Marketing Officer at Property Finder.
