Abu Dhabi is now home to over US$758.79 billion worth of active development projects, industry reports show, as the capital’s property, construction and investment sectors receive considerable investor attention at the International Real Estate & Investment Show.
Urban construction projects lead the charge at roughly $221.56 billion, followed by transportation ventures valued at $238.01 billion, industrial projects totalling $151.36 billion, utilities at $130.29 billion, and oil & gas developments amounting to $595.67 billion—figures derived from BNC Network data.
Residential delivery in the city has seen about 2,400 units handed over this year. That delivery number is expected to climb to around 10,400 units by the end of the year, with more than 11,000 units projected for completion in 2026, according to a report by Cavendish Maxwell.
IREIS 2025 has drawn over 35 major developers, including Reportage, Danube Properties, Object 1, Dugasta Properties, Meta Homes, GGM, and Dia Properties, among others. These firms are exhibiting their latest real estate projects and offering incentives like 5–20% discounts for buyers who book onsite during the exhibition.
The Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre reported a 39% growth in transaction value during the first half of 2025, reaching AED 51.72 billion, up from AED 37.2 billion over the same period in 2024.
Developers at IREIS are pointing to strong demand from both local and international buyers. Amer Al Ahbabi, Chairman of Capstone Real Estate, noted that Abu Dhabi’s economic diversification and job creation are pushing demand for quality residential units much faster than current supply. He also cited supportive frameworks—such as the Golden Visa scheme and innovative regulatory measures—as helping sustain investor confidence.
Design-led developers are also visible this year. Object 1 has showcased its expansion strategy, launching its first Abu Dhabi sales gallery and emphasising sustainability, design quality, and lifestyle amenities as central to its projects. The company reported steep growth in Dubai in the first half of 2025—188% in sales value and 157% in transaction volume year-on-year.
Housing supply projections indicate that more than 33,000 residential units are under development through 2029, which suggests that delivery rates are set to accelerate in the medium term.
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