- 66% of respondents to Property Finder’s bi-monthly consumer survey plan to purchase within the next six months, almost unchanged from May-April statistics.
- Expectations of falling prices retreated from 70% in April to 63% in May and 56% in June, the lowest reading of the year so far since the conflict.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, July , 2026 – Buyer confidence in Dubai’s property market is maintaining a steady floor, while the sharp price caution that dominated the earlier half of the year is beginning to settle. Property Finder today released the latest edition of the Property Finder today released the latest edition of the Property Finder Market Pulse, its bi-monthly consumer sentiment poll in which active property seekers on the platform are asked about their buying intent and price expectations for the next six months.
The findings show a market driven by highly active, ready-to-transact buyers. Across May and June, approximately 66% of surveyed active seekers indicated they plan to purchase a property within the next six months. This appetite held remarkably steady over the period, standing at 67% in May and 66% in June, closely matching the 68% and 67% buying intent recorded in March and April respectively.
The major movement is in price expectations.
March and April saw expectations of a price decrease peak at 73% and 70% – the latest data indicates a clear turn toward market stabilization. In May, expectations of a price decrease fell to 63%, while 20% expected prices to stay the same and 17% expected an increase. By June, the expectation of a price decrease dropped another seven points to 56%, marking the lowest reading of the year since the conflict. Conversely, those expecting prices to increase rose to 24%, while the share of respondents expecting stability remained flat at 20%.
This shift in buyer perception is closely mirrored by current market pricing, as the actual median price per square foot was effectively flat across the two months, stabilizing at AED 1,335 in May and AED 1,334 in June, down from AED 1,393 in April.
What buyers think about price has changed a lot this year. Whether they want to buy, has not.
“What we are seeing is a market that is transitioning from initial post-conflict hesitation toward a practical, data-driven buyer strategy,” said Cherif Sleiman, Chief Revenue Officer at Property Finder. “When two-thirds of active property seekers commit to near-term purchase plans, they aren’t just speculative window shoppers, they are high-intent buyers closely tracking physical market indicators.”
He added, “The steady slide in price-drop expectations reveals that consumers are recognizing a realistic floor in the market, supported by the stabilizing price per square foot. Rather than pausing for a steep price correction that has not materialized, serious buyers are moving deliberately to lock down their property choices, showcasing the true maturity and long-term health of Dubai’s real estate ecosystem.”
About the Property Finder Market Pulse:
The Property Finder Market Pulse is a bi-monthly consumer sentiment poll conducted to track buyer confidence and price expectations among active property seekers. Respondents are asked whether they intend to purchase property within the next six months; those who indicate buying intent are then asked how they expect prices to move. Responses of “I’m not sure” are excluded from the price sentiment analysis.
About Property Finder:
Property Finder is a pioneering property portal in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, dedicated to shaping an inclusive future for real estate while spearheading the region’s growing tech ecosystem. At its core is a clear and powerful purpose: To change living for good in the region. Founded on the value of great ambitions, Property Finder connects millions of property seekers with thousands of real estate professionals every day. The platform offers a seamless and enriching experience, empowering buyers, investors and renters to make informed decisions.
Since its inception in 2007, Property Finder has evolved into a trusted partner for developers, brokers, and home seekers. As a lighthouse tech company, it continues to create an environment where people can thrive and contribute meaningfully to the transformation of real estate in MENA.
Property Finder publishes a suite of market analysis reports across the UAE, spanning monthly, bi-monthly and quarterly insights.
