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The new luxury in the Middle East: the 2026 property amenity census.
The 2026 Middle East property amenity census shows what has become standard, what remains scarce and where five-star facilities stop short of five-star service.
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Overview
There is a quiet confidence in owning where the rules are settled and the market is deep. Two decades of open freehold, a transparent registry and a resale market you can actually move in, all in a place the world already wants to live.
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Questions
Can foreigners buy property in the UAE?
Yes. Foreign buyers can own freehold in designated areas across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and the northern emirates, with title in your own name. It is one of the longest-established foreign-ownership frameworks in the Gulf.
Is the UAE a good place to buy property?
It is the most mature and liquid property market in the Gulf, with settled freehold, a transparent registry and a deep resale market. The appeal is liquidity and transparency. The trade-off is a fast-moving, sometimes cyclical market where the building and location you choose matter a great deal.
Where are the best places to buy in the UAE?
Dubai leads for liquidity, choice and rental income, Abu Dhabi for prime island living, Palm Jumeirah and prime Dubai for branded beachfront scarcity, and Ras Al Khaimah for value and emerging growth.
How much do I need to buy property in the UAE?
Entry varies by city and type. Apartments begin around £200,000, Abu Dhabi’s Saadiyat Island from roughly £350,000, while prime Dubai, Palm and branded residences typically start near £1m. Tell us your budget and we will shortlist to it.