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ποΈ EPISODE OVERVIEW
Comprehensive 2026 rental market forecast featuring yield predictions by property type and location, supply-demand analysis, tenant demographics, landlord and tenant strategies, and investment opportunities in Dubai's evolving rental landscape.
π KEY TOPICS COVERED
β’ 2025 rental market performance review (4% growth, moderation confirmed)
β’ 2026 forecast overview (3-6% rental growth, villa vs apartment trends)
β’ Rental yield predictions by property type (studios to luxury villas)
β’ Geographic yield variations (Dubai Investment Park 11.2% to Palm 4-5%)
β’ 2026 supply-demand balance (64,000 units, population growth 4-5%)
β’ Tenant demographics and demand drivers
β’ Landlord strategies for 2026 (competitive pricing, maintenance, flexibility)
β’ Tenant strategies (timing, negotiation, lease terms)
β’ High-yield investment opportunities
β’ Risk factors and market dynamics
π‘ KEY TAKEAWAYS
β’ 2026 rental growth forecast at 3-6% overall, with villas outperforming apartments
β’ Tenant negotiating power increasing due to 64,000 new units in 2026
β’ High-yield opportunities exist in mid-market (7-11%) and infrastructure-driven areas
β’ Landlords must focus on competitive pricing, maintenance, and tenant retention
β’ Population growth of 4-5% annually supports underlying demand despite supply increase
π DATA SOURCES
Property Monitor December 2025 | Asteco December 2025 | CBRE Dubai Rental Reports | Dubai Land Department Rental Index | Industry Analyst Forecasts
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π CONTACT PARAG KUNDALWAL | CONSULTAA
Founder & CEO, Consultaa - Dubai Real Estate Consulting & Global Capital Advisory
π LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paragkundalwal/
π Website: https://consultaadxb.com
π§ Email: mailto:[email protected]
π± Phone: tel:+971585964631
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