Villas and townhouses continue to lead activity in Sharjah’s property market, with Masaar 2 by Arada selling out on its launch day and Al Tay Hills by IFA reaching 80% sales within the first week.
Prime villa prices now range between Dhs 2.2 million and Dhs 6.5 million, with key developments including Masaar, Al Zahia, Hayyan, and Nasma Residences.
Market sees record transactions
Sharjah’s real estate sector recorded Dhs 44.3 billion in transactions during the first nine months of 2025, according to Savills’ latest Spotlight on the Sharjah Residential Market – November 2025. The figure reflects a 58.3% increase compared to the same period last year, surpassing the total transaction value achieved in all of 2024.
The report attributes the growth to strong investor confidence, active developer launches, and increasing demand from international buyers. Sharjah continues to evolve from a commuter city into a lifestyle-led residential destination focused on sustainability, value, and long-term appeal.
Investor interest rising
Sharjah attracted $1.5 billion in foreign direct investment across 74 projects in the first half of 2025 — the highest among the Northern Emirates. More than 121 nationalities invested in the property market this year, led by UAE nationals and buyers from South Asia, Europe, and other Arab countries.
The emirate’s growing infrastructure also adds to its appeal. Sharjah International Airport handled 9.1 million passengers in the first half of 2025, a 10% year-on-year increase. Its ongoing expansion will raise capacity to 25 million passengers annually by 2027.
Strong developer momentum
Developers such as Arada, Alef Group, and IFA Hotels & Resorts launched 12,361 freehold units in 2025, supported by competitive pricing and flexible payment plans. Arada alone reported more than 20% sales growth in the first half of the year, driven by solid end-user and investor demand.
Sharjah’s real estate scene continues to diversify as new developments focus on design, sustainability, and community value. Beeah Group’s Khalid Bin Sultan City, designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, is the first fully master-planned residential community in the Rodhat Al Sidr district, setting a new standard for sustainable urban living.
Government initiatives such as the Aqari digital platform — which combines over 20 real estate processes into one — are improving transparency and speeding up lease certification and title registration.
Outlook for 2025
Savills expects Sharjah’s residential market to remain resilient through the rest of 2025, supported by affordability, strong resident demand, and ongoing infrastructure projects across Eastern and Central Sharjah.
Areas east of Emirates Road (E611) are drawing first-time buyers and price-conscious investors, while master-planned communities with green spaces and modern amenities continue to outperform.
“Sharjah has transitioned into one of the UAE’s most dynamic and attractive residential markets,” said Andrew Cummings, Head of Residential Agency – Savills Middle East.
“The combination of affordability, infrastructure investment, and a rising pipeline of high-quality freehold projects is reshaping how buyers and investors view the emirate. We’re seeing a growing number of end-users choosing to live in Sharjah rather than commute, and that behavioural shift is defining the next phase of its growth.”
tanvir@dubainewsweek.com
