Property Finder, the leading property platform in the MENA region, has shared insights from its latest Market Pulse report covering September and October 2025, showing that interest in buying property in the UAE remains strong even as expectations around pricing shift. The survey found that 69% of respondents plan to purchase a property within the next six months, maintaining the steady momentum observed in previous months and highlighting the resilience of demand in the market.
Expectations around pricing have shifted slightly. While 40% of residents anticipate price drops, interest in purchasing properties remains high. At the same time, 32% expect prices to rise, and 29% predict stability, suggesting buyers are not waiting for major price declines before making a move. This mix of steady demand and cautious optimism points to sustained confidence in the real estate sector.
Looking at the month-by-month data, 70% of respondents in September intended to buy within six months, compared to 68% in October. Despite the small decrease, the larger October sample of 3,313 respondents provides a more comprehensive view of buyer sentiment.
Price expectations remained fairly consistent, with September seeing 39% anticipate decreases versus 40% in October, 33% expecting increases versus 31% in October, and 28% predicting stability versus 29% in October. These slight shifts suggest that buyers are making thoughtful, measured decisions rather than reacting impulsively to short-term trends.
Cherif Sleiman, Chief Revenue Officer at Property Finder, said, “The latest Property Finder Market Pulse shows that UAE buyers are approaching the property market with thoughtfulness and confidence. Even as expectations around price shift modestly, they continue to move ahead with their plans, reflecting a market that values timing and affordability without waiting for extreme fluctuations.”
Sleiman added, “This sustained engagement signals not just resilience in short-term demand, but trust in the long-term stability of the UAE real estate sector, highlighting its attractiveness for residents and investors alike.”
Overall, the findings emphasize a market characterized by informed decision-making, steady activity, and lasting confidence, positioning the UAE property sector for continued growth in the coming months.
