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Is it a good time to buy property in Dubai right now?

Asked by Nadia_T · 2 answers · 21 June 2026

Top answerImran K.· Dubai property advisor18

"The best time" is less about the calendar and more about the deal. Trying to time the exact market bottom is a losing game even for professionals. A better question is: is THIS unit priced fairly versus recent comparable transactions, and does it work on net yield? If yes, it's a good time for that purchase regardless of the headlines. If you're buying purely because you expect quick appreciation, you're speculating on timing. Focus on buying well — fair price, real demand, sustainable yield — and the macro timing matters much less.

Sara M.· buy-to-let investor6

I've bought in "hot" and "slow" markets. The ones I bought well (fair price, good building) all worked out. The one I overpaid for in a hot market is the laggard. Price discipline beats timing.

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