Among prospective buyers, expectations around pricing shifted slightly between September and October, with more anticipating stable or decreasing prices

DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, 3 December 2025: Property Finder, the MENA region’s leading property platform, has released insights from its latest Market Pulse report covering September and October 2025. The consumer sentiment poll, reveals that home-buying intent remains robust, with 69% of respondents across the period planning to purchase a property within the next six months. The findings build on the steady momentum recorded in July and August, reaffirming that demand remains resilient even as sentiment around future pricing continues to experience slight variations.

A closer look at price expectations reveals a subtle shift in sentiment: while only 40% of residents expect prices to fall, interest in property purchasing remains high. At the same time, 32% anticipate price increases and 29% foresee stability, showing that buyers are not waiting for significant market price drops to buy.. This combination of demand and measured price expectations signals the resilience of the UAE property market, where long-term confidence appears to outweigh short-term pricing concerns.

If we further break down the data by month, 70% of respondents in September expressed an intention to buy within the next six months, followed by 68% in October. Even with a small dip between the two months, buyer interest is considerably high, and the larger October sample of 3,313 respondents compared to that of 2,987 in September, gave a richer view of buyer sentiment of the property market. Month-by-month price sentiment further validates this engagement. In September, 39% expected decreases, 33% anticipated increases, and 28% foresaw stability. By October, the numbers shifted slightly to 40%, 31%, and 29%, respectively. Rather than slowing market activity, these varied yet light expectations show that buyers are making measured decisions, balancing optimism with caution while remaining actively engaged.

Cherif Sleiman, Chief Revenue Officer at Property Finder, said, “The latest Property Finder Market Pulse shows that UAE buyers are approaching the property market with thoughtfulness and confidence. Even as expectations around price shift modestly, they continue to move ahead with their plans, reflecting a market that values timing and affordability without waiting for extreme fluctuations. This sustained engagement signals not just resilience in short-term demand, but trust in the long-term stability of the UAE real estate sector, highlighting its attractiveness for residents and investors alike.”

The Market Pulse strongly signals that the UAE property sector continues to combine sustained activity with informed decision-making, showing a market that is confident, deliberate, and poised for continued momentum.

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About PF Market Pulse

PF Market Pulse is conducted monthly by Property Finder to capture consumer sentiment and buyer confidence. The July and August 2025 surveys drew responses from a total of 7,564 participants.

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About Property Finder

Property Finder is a pioneering property portal in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, dedicated to shaping an inclusive future for real estate while spearheading the region’s growing tech ecosystem. At its core is a clear and powerful purpose: To change living for good in the region. Founded on the value of great ambitions, Property Finder connects millions of property seekers with thousands of real estate professionals every day. The platform offers a seamless and enriching experience, empowering both buyers and renters to make informed decisions.

Since its inception in 2007, Property Finder has evolved into a trusted partner for developers, brokers, and home seekers. As a lighthouse tech company, it continues to create an environment where people can thrive and contribute meaningfully to the transformation of real estate in MENA.