Sharjah’s residential market recorded a strong start to 2026, with total real estate trading value rising 40.7% year-on-year to AED 18.5 billion across 29,235 transactions.

Whilst January and February activity remained in line with the strongest months of 2025, March reflected a more cautious environment following regional geopolitical tensions, alongside the seasonal effects of Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr.

The report highlights the continued internationalisation of Sharjah’s buyer base, with investors from 113 nationalities active during the quarter, compared with 97 in Q1 2025. This broadening reflects the impact of freehold ownership reforms and growing recognition of Sharjah’s relative value proposition compared with Dubai.

The introduction of mandatory escrow accounts for off-plan residential developments under Executive Council Resolution No. 37 of 2024 marks a significant step in the maturation of Sharjah’s regulatory framework. Infrastructure initiatives, including the anticipated launch of Etihad Rail Phase 1 passenger services and Sharjah International Airport’s expansion plans, are also expected to support medium-term residential demand.

Whilst near-term caution persists, the report notes that Sharjah’s predominantly end-user driven and affordability-led market continues to provide a degree of underlying resilience.

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