Prime · 2026 Market Intelligence

Apartments Market
City Walk

Investment-grade market analysis for prestigious apartments across one of Dubai's most commanding communities curated for discerning investors and owner-occupants.

Avg. Price / Sqft

AED 4,702

+3.7% YoY

Transactions (2026)

648

-1.4% vs prior year

Gross Rental Yield

4.4%

Rental index AED 390,439 p.a.

Total Volume

AED 7.91B

Median deal AED 16,035,446

Year-over-Year Market Overview

City Walk apartments recorded a steady 3.7% year-over-year gain in 2026, with average pricing at AED 4,702 per sqft positioning this prestigious, investment-grade segment among Dubai's most sought-after real estate. Gross rental yields of 4.4% underscore the investment-grade fundamentals, attracting a discerning global investor base seeking curated, signature assets within one of the world's most transparent and tax-efficient property markets.

Capital Growth Forecast

+4.1%

12-month forward projection

Market Tier

Prime

Dubai luxury classification

Price Per Sqft Trends

YearAvg. AED / SqftTransactionsVolume
20244,382654AED 3720M
20254,536657AED 3944M
2026Current4,702648AED 7910M

Transaction Volume

The City Walk apartments segment recorded 648 transactions in 2026, generating AED 7.91B in total capital deployed. This commanding market activity reflects sustained institutional interest and a curated pipeline of signature transfers from both primary and secondary markets.

Volume growth of -1.4% year-over-year underscores the prestige positioning of this property type within one of Dubai's most investment-grade communities.

Investment Outlook

  • Gross Rental Yield

    4.4% competitive within the Prime tier, with rental index at AED 390,439 per annum.

  • Capital Growth Forecast

    Forward projection of +4.1% over 12 months, supported by curated supply constraints and sustained prime demand.

  • Median Transaction

    AED 16,035,446 reflecting investment-grade entry points for discerning capital.

Supply Pipeline

Curated upcoming developments scheduled to deliver apartments inventory in City Walk, shaping the supply-demand dynamic for 2026 and beyond.

Royal Enclave

Units

111

Expected Handover

Q1 2029

Royal Enclave

Units

318

Expected Handover

Q2 2026

Royal Enclave

Units

252

Expected Handover

Q3 2026

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