Registered sales volume in September
Dubai Land Department data recorded 165 sales in Dubai Marina during September 2026. This figure represents all officially recorded transactions in the district for the month. The total volume comprises 147 ready property transfers and 18 off-plan contracts. Ready residential properties represented the majority of buyer activity in the community. Off-plan contracts formed a smaller segment of total monthly transfers.
The register logged 217 sales in August 2026. Total registered sales declined by 24.0% month on month in September 2026. This month on month drop reflects reduced trade volume across ready units and off-plan properties. Monthly registration records show a decrease in buyer activity between these consecutive months.
In September 2025, the register recorded 390 sales in Dubai Marina. Comparing the current period to the previous year reveals a decrease of 57.7% year on year. This annual contraction indicates reduced market liquidity across the community over the full year.
Median price movement and unit valuation
Dubai Land Department data lists a median registered sale price of AED 2,270,000 for September 2026. In September 2025, the median registered sale price stood at AED 2,600,000. These figures reflect the middle point of all registered sales prices during their respective monthly reporting windows.
The median registered sale price decreased by 12.7% year on year across the district. This annual downward adjustment reflects official contract values recorded by the government authority. Lower median values reflect shifts in the mix of sold properties and prevailing market clearing prices.
Average registered valuation reached AED 30,008 per square metre in September 2026. This valuation rate applies across completed ready transactions and off-plan registrations during the month. Unit pricing per square metre serves as a consistent measure of real estate value across apartment sizes.
Rolling annual sales and average pricing
The official register recorded 3,579 sales in Dubai Marina over an extended rolling period. The recorded window spans from March 2026 to September 2026. This multi-month dataset provides a broader perspective on overall property liquidity in the community. Long term registration data offers a clear view of transaction flow.
Across this rolling period, the average registered price reached AED 32,509 per square metre. This figure incorporates every registered sale transaction completed during the defined timeframe. The average unit valuation across the extended window remains above the specific monthly average recorded in September 2026.
Cumulative transaction records confirm ongoing liquidity in the district across the full year. Historical contract filings allow property owners to monitor transaction volume over time. Aggregate data points reduce the impact of short term monthly fluctuations. Kahn Haus monitors these rolling registry statistics.
Tenancy registrations and rental benchmarks
Dubai Land Department records list 7,987 registered tenancy contracts in Dubai Marina. The contract registration period spans from April 2026 to September 2026. This lease volume reflects ongoing tenant demand within the residential waterfront district. Tenancy registration metrics capture new lease agreements and contract renewals.
Median registered annual rent stood at AED 115,000 across these registered lease agreements. This benchmark represents the midpoint of all lease values recorded during the reporting period. Leasing transactions cover established apartment buildings and waterfront residential towers throughout the district.
High contract registration numbers reflect steady occupancy across the waterfront district. Tenants continue to sign and renew leases in prime locations across the area. Official lease registration figures provide clear visibility into residential leasing activity. We track registered rental statistics to evaluate market performance.
Community context and market positioning
Published reports describe Dubai Marina as a mature waterfront real estate district. Market activity in the area reflects a transition toward fundamental valuation parameters. The community continues to serve as a key benchmark for capital stability in Dubai. Waterfront locations attract end users and long term property holders.
Established residential districts benefit from high occupancy levels and structured lease activity. Kahn Haus analyzes official registry records to evaluate asset values and liquidity trends. Precise data from official registers allows property owners to assess capital performance without reliance on speculative estimates.
Real estate market activity in waterfront communities responds to broader market conditions. Official registration data remains the primary source for transaction pricing and volume analysis. Private property holders examine recorded trades to evaluate portfolio performance over time. Land registry records provide transparent metrics for real property values.