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Dubai Property Market Contracts 30% Amid Iranian Strikes

4/8/2026

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Dubai's property market is contracting after Iranian strikes, with sales volumes down nearly 30% as of March 2026, following more than 270,000 transactions in 2025.
Prices remain stable due to pre-war agreements, while new transactions may discount up to 30%.
The commercial sector is hit hardest as hotel occupancy falls to 16% from 90%, prompting steep discounts for domestic travelers.

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Story summary

Dubai's property market is contracting after Iranian strikes, with sales volumes down nearly 30% as of March 2026, following more than 270,000 transactions in 2025.
Prices remain stable due to pre-war agreements, while new transactions may discount up to 30%.
The commercial sector is hit hardest as hotel occupancy falls to 16% from 90%, prompting steep discounts for domestic travelers.