Metropolitan Capital Real Estate Achieves AED 2.7 Billion in Deals
Abu Dhabi’s property sector delivered an exceptional performance over the summer of 2025, with the total transaction value exceeding AED 11.6 billion—more than double the same period last year. The analysis, released by Metropolitan Capital Real Estate, a leading agency under the Metropolitan Group, marks the highest-performing summer in the capital’s real estate history.
From June to August 2025, activity remained buoyant, supported by continued investor optimism, new off-plan launches, and government reforms including wider Golden Visa eligibility and the allowance of full foreign property ownership. Insights from the Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre (ADREC) revealed notable gains across both off-plan and ready properties, strengthening Abu Dhabi’s standing as one of the Middle East’s most secure and desirable real estate markets.
Apartments comprised nearly half (46%) of all recorded deals, totalling AED 4.69 billion in sales, while villas and townhouse plots generated a further AED 3.03 billion. Freehold communities dominated activity, accounting for 72% of overall transactions, with Yas Island leading the charge—recording almost half of its annual transactions during the summer months alone.
Among the major project releases were Al Deem, Juman, Modon plots, Vida Residences Saadiyat, Burtville, Ramhan Island, and Radiant Elite on Al Reem Island. These developments covered the full spectrum of demand, from premium beachfront villas to high-yield investment plots. Developers including Ohana, Modon, and Aldar energised the market through flexible payment schemes, exclusive promotions, and time-limited offers that captivated investors and end-users alike. The surge in activity pushed the traditionally slower summer season ahead of spring in terms of launches, transactions, and buyer enthusiasm—further reflecting the sector’s accelerating momentum.
Evgeny Ratskevich, CEO of Metropolitan Capital Real Estate, said: “This summer marked a turning point for Abu Dhabi’s real estate sector. Not only did we see record transaction growth, but the diversity and depth of buyer interest reached new heights. We saw capital shift decisively into off-plan and luxury segments, where yields remain strong – between 6% and 8% in key zones. The fact that transaction values doubled year-on-year while prices remained stable highlights the market’s maturity and sustainability. As developers continue to introduce world-class projects and government policies attract international capital, Abu Dhabi is solidifying its place as a global real estate powerhouse.”
Metropolitan Capital Real Estate itself reported exceptional results, closing 594 transactions valued at AED 2.7 billion during the summer months — up sharply from 206 transactions worth AED 1.9 billion during the same period in 2024. This year-on-year growth was fueled by strong activity across high-demand communities such as Yas Island, Al Reem Island, and Saadiyat Island, which collectively accounted for over half of all summer transactions in the capital.
Among the standout deals, Metropolitan completed the sale of a prime waterfront property in Alkaser, Yas Island, valued at AED 42 million, highlighting the sustained appetite for luxury waterfront residences.
Investor interest also reflected Abu Dhabi’s rising global appeal, with international buyers making up 70% of MCRE’s summer transactions. Leading nationalities included India (13%), China (11%), the United Kingdom (10%), Egypt (9%), and Russia (8%), a clear indicator of Abu Dhabi’s increasingly diversified investor base.
Looking ahead, MCRE expects continued momentum through the final quarter of 2025, driven by major infrastructure projects, such as Etihad Rail and the upcoming Disneyland Abu Dhabi, which are expected to further enhance the emirate’s appeal to investors and end-users alike.
Key Market Highlights (June – August 2025):
- Market surge: Overall transaction value doubled year-on-year to AED 11.6 billion, supported by a wave of new launches, including flagship developments such as Al Deem, Juman, Vida Residences Saadiyat, and Ramhan Island.
- Segment performance: Apartments led activity, accounting for 46.14% of total transactions and generating approximately AED 4.69 billion in value.
- Freehold and island demand: Freehold areas accounted for about 72% of transactions, with waterfront and island communities — notably Yas Island, Al Reem Island, and Saadiyat Island — driving premium investment due to their lifestyle appeal and strong capital appreciation prospects.
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