Staff Report
Dubai, UAE
The 14th edition of the International Real Estate & Investment Show (IREIS 2025) is set to take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre from 12 to 14 September, underscoring Abu Dhabi’s central role in UAE’s Dh893 billion property growth – marked by the capital’s resounding Q1 performance this year.
The event will welcome over 2,000 attendees, bringing together global developers, investors, agents, and immigration consultants under one roof. It will host 30+ exhibitors and will feature country pavilions from Turkey, Egypt, and others. New conference tracks will focus on sustainable urbanism, fractional ownership, golden visa reforms, and digital cross-border investing. This year, digital showcase zones will enable attendees to explore immersive virtual property tours and tech-enabled solutions that represent the future of real estate marketing.
IREIS 2025 puts the spotlight on Abu Dhabi, which recorded Dh25.3 billion across 6,896 transactions in the first quarter of 2025. It exhibited 34.5 per cent year-on-year growth from Q1 2024, according to Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre (ADREC).
Buy and sell transactions totalled Dh15.51 billion through 3,819 transactions, reflecting a 26.7 per cent increase in value and an 11 per cent rise in volume compared to the first quarter of 2024. Mortgage transactions also recorded strong growth, reaching Dh9.8 billion through 3,077 transactions — a 49 per cent year-on-year increase.
This comes on top of the 28,249 transactions with a value of Dh96.2 billion, representing a 24.2 percent increase in the number of transactions and a 10.45 percent increase in total value in 2024 compared to the previous year, according to ADREC. Abu Dhabi saw a rise in transaction volumes in 2024, with approximately 14,662 units sold up four percent year-on-year and total sales reaching Dh47.9 billion.
With its stable economy, world-class infrastructure, and affluent communities, the emirate continues to attract discerning investors from around the world. The city’s vision for sustainable, high-end living makes it an ideal destination for those seeking both capital growth and lifestyle excellence.
Mr. Arun Bose, Director of IREIS, said, “Abu Dhabi Vision 2030 is a comprehensive long-term plan that aims to transform the emirate into a diversified, sustainable, and globally integrated economy. At the heart of this vision is real estate development, which plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of urban living, economic growth, and social infrastructure.
“The strategy focuses on creating vibrant, livable communities supported by smart infrastructure, green spaces, and world-class amenities. With investments pouring into mixed-use developments, waterfront districts, cultural hubs, and high-tech business zones, Abu Dhabi is positioning itself as a real estate powerhouse in the region.”
The UAE property sector experienced robust growth in 2024, with over 331,300 real estate transactions across the four main emirates (Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, and Ajman), totalling approximately Dh893 billion in value.
Underpinned by strong economic fundamentals, the UAE’s gross domestic product (GDP) reached an estimated US$568.6 billion in 2025, with projected real GDP growth hovering around four percent, signalling long-term confidence in the real estate sector. In 2024, a notable shift toward off-plan investments emerged, accounting for approximately 61 percent of total transaction value, reflecting an increased appetite for new developments and investor confidence.
Abu Dhabi’s luxury and branded residences segment is experiencing record-breaking growth in 2025, with branded residence launches increasing fourfold compared to the previous year, according to a latest report.
Driven by rising demand from high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs), international investors, and long-term residents, the market has seen a five percent increase in luxury transactions valued at Dh7 million and above, reaching Dh6.3 billion in just the first four months of the year. Over half of these deals were in the Dh10 million and above segment, reflecting growing confidence in Abu Dhabi’s premium real estate segment. Investors, brokers, and home buyers will find a wide collection of homes on display at IREIS to choose from.
What continues to set the UAE apart is its zero-tax regime, investor-friendly governance, and reputation as a global migration hub. Foreign ownership remains strong across all emirates, and approximately 6,700 millionaires are projected to relocate to the UAE by the end of 2025, further elevating its status as a wealth magnet and safe investment destination.
IREIS 2025 will offer visitors exclusive insights from government representatives, industry analysts, and private sector leaders regarding transaction reforms, pro-investment initiatives, and property-related regulatory updates. Attendees will also enjoy unmatched networking opportunities with high-net-worth families, institutional investors, legal advisors, global developers, and urban planners. Dedicated advisory booths will offer on-the-spot consultation on property licensing, financing, investment laws, and golden visa options.
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