Dubai Could See Nearly 58,600 Residential Units Scheduled for Delivery in Final Quarter of 2026
REIDIN figures point to a substantial year-end supply pipeline, with Business Bay and Jumeirah Village Circle among the areas expected to receive the largest number of new homes.
Dubai's residential property market is preparing for a significant increase in potential housing supply during the final three months of 2026, with 58,581 residential units scheduled for delivery between October and December, according to figures attributed to real estate data provider REIDIN.
The scheduled deliveries represent a sizeable addition to the homes recorded during the first nine months of the year. Between January and September, approximately 40,489 residential units were reported as delivered across the emirate.
If the full fourth-quarter schedule is achieved, Dubai's total residential deliveries for 2026 could reach approximately 99,070 units. However, the projected figure depends on developers completing their planned handovers within the stated timeframe, and actual delivery numbers may change.
Business Bay and Jumeirah Village Circle lead the expected supply
Business Bay and Jumeirah Village Circle are among the locations expected to account for a substantial share of the upcoming residential supply.
Business Bay has approximately 6,050 units scheduled for delivery during the fourth quarter, while Jumeirah Village Circle is expected to receive around 5,419 units.
The anticipated additions reflect the continued expansion of established residential and mixed-use districts across Dubai. Both locations have attracted development activity because of their connectivity, range of housing options and access to commercial and lifestyle facilities.
More housing could increase competition among developers
The expected supply pipeline comes as Dubai's residential market continues to attract buyers, investors and residents. As additional properties enter the market, developers may face greater competition to attract purchasers and tenants.
New projects could also give buyers a wider selection of properties across different locations, price ranges and residential formats. Factors such as construction standards, community facilities, accessibility and property management may become increasingly important in influencing purchasing decisions.
Commenting on the market outlook, Arabian Gulf Properties Chairman Badar Rashid AlBlooshi highlighted the importance of delivery performance, development quality and location as Dubai's residential sector expands.
His comments reflect the view that the market's next phase will depend not only on the number of homes being introduced but also on how effectively developers respond to changing buyer expectations.
Actual handovers will determine the final supply figure
Although the fourth-quarter schedule indicates a substantial pipeline of new homes, the number of properties ultimately handed over will depend on project completion progress and individual developer timelines.
The difference between scheduled and completed deliveries is important when assessing the market's actual supply position. The projected annual total of 99,070 units should therefore be viewed as a potential outcome rather than a confirmed delivery figure.
As 2026 approaches its final weeks, the pace of project completion will provide a clearer indication of how much new residential stock is entering Dubai's property market and how developers are responding to the emirate's evolving housing demand.
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