Strong appetite for property ownership in UAE: Survey
A. SREENIVASA REDDY (ABU DHABI)A recent survey has found that there is a strong and sustained appetite for property ownership in the UAE.Nearly three in four respondents (72%) in May indicated plans to purchase property within the next six months. This momentum continued into June, with 69% maintaining their buying intent—signalling consistent underlying demand.The survey, titled PF Market Pulse, has been launched by Property Finder, a leading real estate portal, as a bi-monthly barometer of consumer sentiment. Over 13,000 unique respondents participated in the inaugural edition, offering insight into the mindset of both buyers and sellers.Expectations around pricing shifted over the two-month period. In May 2025, buyers were fairly divided: 37% believed prices would fall, 34% anticipated increases, and 29% expected stability. By June, a growing number of buyers were expecting a market correction, with 44% predicting a price drop, 30% expecting increases, and 26% forecasting no major change.This shift suggests a growing perception that the recent price surges may be softening—an indication of a more mature and considered outlook among home seekers as the market continues to evolve.
'The results not only highlight a resilient appetite for home ownership in the UAE, but also reflect a more informed, confident buyer that's increasingly responsive to market signals,' said Sevgi Gur, Chief Marketing Officer at Property Finder.
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