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Dubai Commercial Property Trends Signal Space Options for Expanding Firms
Office transaction values jumped sharply while new towers advance in multiple districts.
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Dubai's commercial property market reached a total transaction value of $8.44 billion in Q2 2025, with office sales rising 93 percent year on year.
The increase reflects sustained demand from companies that need modern premises as occupancy rates remain near full in established business zones. Firms evaluating moves now face a pipeline that tilts heavily toward commercial buildings rather than residential schemes.
Projects advancing in Al Furjan and Barsha Heights
Arista Properties broke ground on its flagship HQ development in Al Furjan, with handover set for Q4 2027. National Properties launched an AED 500 million commercial tower in Barsha Heights. Dubai South signed an agreement with Emirates NBD to support SMEs operating in that district. Ellington Properties introduced Eaton Square in MBR City, its first commercial scheme, with 11 office floors and retail space due for completion in Q2 2028.
DMCC is adding two Grade-A office towers inside the Bur Dubai free zone, expanding capacity by more than 500,000 square feet. These locations sit within established transport corridors that many businesses already use for client access.
Supply pipeline and occupancy data
More than 23.4 million square feet of new office space is scheduled for delivery across Dubai by 2030. The June 2026 launch schedule includes the 1970 Office Tower by Al Habtoor Group and LUMENA ALTA by OMNIYAT. Dubai recorded 250 real estate projects worth AED 75 billion in the first five months of 2026, with commercial schemes forming a larger share than in prior periods.
Businesses weighing relocation should review availability in Barsha Heights and Al Furjan first, where multiple towers are already under construction. Checking lease terms against the 2030 delivery timeline can help match timing with growth plans.
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