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Arabian Business
3 days ago
- Business
- Arabian Business
Dubai real estate insights 2025: What are GCC property investors prioritising in H2?
Dubai real estate investors are looking for off-plan properties, high rental yields, and long-term lifestyle investments, according to analysis by brokerage and development firm Asico. Asico has identified key trends shaping GCC buyer preferences for the second half of 2025 based on detailed market analysis and direct client feedback. Wail Abualhamail, Director of Real Estate at Asico, said: 'We've seen a significant increase in enquiries from GCC clients, especially those seeking a blend of capital appreciation and lifestyle value. Our clients are not just looking for property, they're making long-term decisions tied to family life, income generation, and future stability in the UAE.' Dubai real estate investment proprieties in H2 2025 Off-plan developments lead buyer demand: GCC investors are increasingly attracted to off-plan projects thanks to flexible payment plans and promising capital appreciation. Hotspots such as Arjan, Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC), and Dubai South continue to dominate buyer interest, building on record activity from early 2025 Villa demand outpaces supply: Despite ongoing construction, spacious villas in gated communities remain scarce. Areas like Dubai Hills Estate, The Valley, and Arabian Ranches are top picks for GCC families seeking green spaces and family-friendly layouts High-yield rental areas attract investors: Investors from Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Qatar are targeting rental-ready units in Business Bay, Downtown Dubai, and Jumeirah Village Circle, where net rental yields remain strong Luxury and branded residences draw UHNW buyers: Ultra-high-net-worth Gulf buyers are prioritising branded and waterfront residences on Palm Jumeirah and Dubai Marina, valuing quality, exclusivity, and premium management services Golden visa eligibility influences purchases: The UAE's 10-year residency visa continues to be a decisive factor, with buyers selecting properties that meet eligibility criteria to secure long-term residency for themselves and their families. Wail Abualhamail, said: 'GCC buyers are looking at Dubai with both emotional and strategic lenses. Whether it's a future family home or a robust rental asset, the focus is on longevity, flexibility, and security.'
Arabian Business
5 days ago
- Business
- Arabian Business
Dubai real estate: JVC, Meydan, Dubai Marina among top property choices for first-time buyers, experts say
A new report by Chestertons MENA has identified six fast-growing residential communities in Dubai where first-time buyers are finding both affordability and impressive rental yields, with some locations offering returns as high as 7.39 per cent. The real estate consultancy said a combination of improved infrastructure, off-plan pricing, and supportive buyer initiatives is driving demand in areas such as Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC), DAMAC Island, Dubai South, Meydan City, Dubai Marina, and Downtown Dubai. 'These are not just affordable entry points, they're smart long-term investments,' said Mania Merrikhi, Chief Operating Officer and Managing Director at Chestertons MENA. 'The demand is increasingly driven by younger and international buyers seeking lifestyle, value, and long-term growth.' At the top of the list is Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC), which offers yields of 7.39 per cent with average prices around AED 1,238 per sq. ft.. DAMAC Island, an off-plan development, offers similarly high returns at 7.38 per cent, with units priced as low as AED 823 per sq. ft. Dubai South and Meydan City also stand out, with average yields of 6.77 per cent and 7.14 per cent respectively — both benefiting from master-planned infrastructure and growing family appeal. Even in more central and high-end locations like Dubai Marina and Downtown Dubai, yields remain competitive at 6.24 per cent and 6 per cent, highlighting continued investor appetite across price tiers. Market shift favours master-planned suburbs The report points to a broader shift in buyer behaviour, as demand moves beyond traditional luxury hubs into well-connected, suburban-style communities. With central land becoming increasingly scarce, developers like Emaar and Binghatti are doubling down on new master plans, while government agencies such as the RTA and Dubai Land Department continue to invest in long-term growth. 'Full-service communities offering convenience, amenities, and affordability are becoming the new standard,' said Mohamed Mussa, Executive Director of Chestertons MENA. 'We're also seeing a new wave of family-oriented investors entering the market, helped by more flexible lending and policy support.' First-time buyers, in particular, are benefiting from reduced down payment requirements and developer-bank mortgage tie-ups, which have lowered barriers to entry. These developments align with the UAE's broader economic diversification plans, including the emirate's D33 agenda — a roadmap expected to generate sustained urban and financial growth through 2033. While Dubai remains the primary focus, Chestertons also pointed to growing interest in Abu Dhabi, where large-scale infrastructure projects and new residential schemes are attracting cross-emirate investment.
South China Morning Post
30-06-2025
- Business
- South China Morning Post
Rebound in Hong Kong's home prices unlikely to come this year: analysts
The improving sentiment in Hong Kong's property market has spurred hope for a sustainable recovery in home prices, but analysts suggest the rebound is unlikely to come this year due to an uptrend in mortgage rates and a nagging supply glut. As of Friday, about 9,150 first-hand transactions had been recorded so far this year, a 3.9 per cent increase from a year earlier and a six-year high since 11,580 transactions were recorded in the first half of 2019, according to agents. Growth for lived-in homes was more muted. An index measuring secondary home prices inched up 0.03 per cent in May from a month earlier after rising slightly in April, according to the Rating and Valuation Department. In the first five months of the year, second-hand home prices declined 0.9 per cent. Meanwhile, rents in the city climbed 0.67 per cent in May from a month earlier, the sixth consecutive month of increases. As rents rise and home prices drop, rental yields on the city's residential properties have been increasing, said Edward Chan, director at S&P Global Ratings. 'We estimate the average gross rental yield for Hong Kong's private homes to be about 3.5 per cent,' he said. 'Based on a mortgage rate of about 2.3 per cent, a [Hong Kong interbank offered rate (Hibor)] of less than 1 per cent plus a margin of about 1.3 per cent, there will be a positive carry.'
News.com.au
07-06-2025
- Business
- News.com.au
Toowoomba home to nine of Qld's top investor hotspots
Toowoomba has been revealed as Queensland's top spot for property investment with nine of the region's suburbs making the Sunshine State's list of best regional places to invest. The new MCG Regional Movers and Investor Hotspots 2025 report analysed migration and property data to highlight regional investment opportunities amid urban exodus across Australia. Mike Mortlock, report author and MCG Quantity Surveyors managing director, said MCG's analysis indicated a clear trend – Australians were increasingly looking beyond the capital cities for property investment. 'Regional areas are not only offering better affordability but also promising rental yields and lifestyle benefits that are attracting a diverse range of buyers,' he said. The MCG analysis found the top 10 investor suburbs for each state, with shortlists created by prioritising rental yields, strong population growth and the MCG Investor Score, a composite index reflecting yield, affordability, sales and rental turnover, market liquidity and local demographic strength. The Queensland list included nine suburbs in the Toowoomba region, one in Gympie and one in Mackay. Coming in at number one was Millmerran in wider Toowoomba with a median house price of $388,500, a gross rental yield of 4.8 per cent and a MCG Investor Score of 81, which was the third highest score in the country. The report said the renal market in Millmerran remained tight, while regional industry and agriculture anchored the local economy. 'Rents have grown 7.1 per cent over the past year, and a low buy affordability (5.4 years) supports steady demand from local tenants and families,' the report said. The Clifton-Greenmount area, also in wider Toowoomba came in second with an average house price of $455,000, a gross rental yield of 5.1 per cent and a MCG Investor Score of 80. Pittsworth in the Toowoomba region was third with the median house price sitting at $615,000, gross rental yield at 4.3 per cent and the MCG Investor Score at 76. The wider Toowoomba areas of Jondaryan, Crows Nest – Rosalie, Highfields, Cambooya – Wyreema and Gowrie all made the list, along with Kilkivan in Gympie. Walkerston – Eaton in Mackay and Middle Ridge in Toowoomba tied for 10th place. Sales agent Ben Liesch, of Ray White Toowoomba said the majority of Toowoomba suburbs that made the list were on the outskirts of the city or out of town. 'These are areas are more so that entry level buying,' he said. 'There has been hot competition in those area driving prices up and there's also more people having to look out of town for rentals because of short supply.' Mr Liesch said with Toowoomba experiencing a vacancy rate below 1 per cent and a growing population, investors were keen to break into the local property market. 'We do get a lot of enquiry from out of area investors and local investors have been quite busy, too,' he said. 'We've also got a lot of buyer's agents acting on behalf of investors.' Mr Liesch said investors were particularly active in the $600,000 to $700,000 price bracket, which was considering entry level in Toowoomba. 'In an area around town (that price point) gets you a three or four-bedroom home with one to two bathrooms and a little bit older. 'In more densely populated areas, it can get you a more modern house. 'Anything below $600,000 is likely a renovator or fairly out of town.' Mr Liesch said the Toowoomba property market had been heating up since Covid with projects such as the new public hospital under construction helping to drive population growth and interest in the region. The Regional Movers and Investor Hotspots report found Queensland was a leading destination for internal migration and a welcoming environment for property investors, underpinned by population growth, ongoing infrastructure commitments and steady rental demand. 'The state's generally pro-investor policy environment, alongside fewer regulatory changes than seen in Victoria or New South Wales, continues to support positive investor sentiment, particularly in the southeast and along the coast,' Mr Mortlock said. 'However, the post-pandemic surge in house prices has softened, and competition from both owner-occupiers and migrating families is intensifying in key markets.' Mr Mortlock said the December 2024 Regional Movers Index highlighted the resilience of Queensland's regional lifestyle appeal, with the top five LGAs by share of net internal migration being Sunshine Coast (35.8%), Fraser Coast (11.7%), Gympie (7.2%), Mackay (6.2%) and Toowoomba (6.0%). 'Collectively, these five regions account for more than two-thirds of the state's net migration gains, reaffirming Queensland's status as a magnet for those seeking affordability, climate and a slower pace of life,' he said. 'The Sunshine Coast remains the state's dominant growth corridor and the most popular regional destination nationally, though its share of migration is gradually receding as new hotspots emerge.' Mr Mortlock said Fraser Coast, Gympie and Toowoomba were increasingly sought after by city leavers and established Queenslanders, drawn by lifestyle, expanding job opportunities and more attainable property markets, while traditionally resources-driven Mackay was also benefiting from diversification. QUEENSLAND TOP 10 INVESTOR SUBURBS Suburb Area Median House Price Gross Rental Yield 12m Rent Growth MCG Investor Score Millmerran $388,500 4.80% 7.10% 81 Clifton - Greenmount $455,000 5.10% 4.70% 80 Pittsworth $615,000 4.30% 7.10% 76 Jondaryan $465,000 5.00% 7.10% 75 Crows Nest - Rosalie $485,000 4.30% 7.10% 73 Highfields $879,000 3.90% 10.20% 73 Cambooya - Wyreema $613,500 4.40% 10.20% 71 Kilkivan $650,000 4.00% 4.80% 70 Gowrie (Qld) $720,000 4.40% 10.20% 70 Walkerston - Eton $620,000 4.70% 14.50% 69
