Saudi Arabia’s three major residential markets – Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam – delivered contrasting performances in 2025, said an expert. Jeddah emerged the top performer with record sales of SAR36.6 billion ($9.75 billion) followed by Dammam while in capital Riyadh, elevated financing costs led to a decline in buyer activity.
Dubai-based Tiger Properties is gearing up for the official handover of its premium project - Sesilia Tower - located in Jumeirah Village Triangle (JVT). A 37-storey residential building, Sesilia features 360 apartments with a mix of studios, one-and two-bedroom units as well as other key amenities.
Kuwait Financial Centre (Markaz) has announced that the Al Nada Tower, a key residential building owned by its real estate fund MREF, has achieved LEED Gold certification. This comes as part of its broader strategy to strengthen sustainability and operational frameworks across its real estate portfolio.
Modon, a premier Abu Dhabi-based real estate developer and urban planner, has released the final phase of its Tara Park residential project on Al Reem Island. A freehold development, the project features six residential towers connected by a shared podium that will deliver a total of 834 apartments.
Leading UAE developer Aldar is set to build two integrated communities in Mohamed Bin Zayed City and Baniyas in Abu Dhabi that will deliver 9,000 new residential units across the emirate. With AED2.8 billion ($762 million) gross development value, these projects will add to Aldar’s develop-to-hold pipeline.
UAE-based Prestige One Developments has officially begun the handover of Vista, its landmark residential project in Dubai Sports City. With over 350,000 sq ft of BUA, Vista offers expansive views across DSC along with a range of lifestyle-focused amenities designed to enhance modern urban living.
UAE developer Object 1 has announced the official launch of its inaugural residential project in Abu Dhabi - A1LA Residence - featuring 171 apartments, including one- to three-bedroom units as well as a limited collection of two- and three-bedroom duplexes across 17 residential floors.
The northern emirate of Umm Al Quwain has announced that a total of 241 residential land plots have been approved for distribution to eligible citizens as part of government initiatives aimed at ensuring a decent standard of living and strengthening family stability.
Leading UAE developer Aldar has announced the launch of the first phase of Yas Park Place, a new garden-led living concept in the heart of Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, featuring six architecturally-refined mid-rise buildings offering a collection of studios and one- to three-bed residences as well as two-bedroom duplexes.
UAE developer Mered has announced that deep foundation works was currently under way at its waterfront residential tower - Riviera Residences - in Al Reem Island, Abu Dhabi. With work in full swing, the premium project, featuring over 400 apartments and 11 exclusive villas, is on track for timely completion.
