Alpen Capital has projected that the United Arab Emirates housing market will expand to approximately 1.51 million homes by 2030, driven by strong investment inflows, sustained population growth and continued expansion across residential, commercial, hospitality and retail sectors. The report highlights the country’s evolving real estate landscape and its growing appeal to both regional and international investors.
According to Alpen Capital, demographic expansion remains a key catalyst for housing demand. Population growth, supported by economic diversification, skilled workforce attraction and long-term residency initiatives, is expected to sustain demand for new residential developments. As more professionals and families relocate to the United Arab Emirates, developers are scaling projects to meet demand across affordable, mid-market and luxury housing segments.
The forecast also underscores the interconnected growth of commercial, hospitality and retail infrastructure. Large-scale mixed-use developments are increasingly integrating residential units with office spaces, hotels and lifestyle retail centres, creating comprehensive urban communities. This integrated development model strengthens long-term property value and enhances investor confidence.
Strong government-backed infrastructure projects and regulatory reforms have further improved market transparency and investor protection. Strategic urban planning initiatives continue to enhance connectivity, public amenities and sustainability standards, making the United Arab Emirates a competitive global real estate destination.
Alpen Capital notes that capital flows into the property sector remain resilient, supported by stable macroeconomic conditions and expanding tourism activity. Growth in hospitality and retail segments contributes to higher occupancy rates and supports broader real estate market stability.
Looking ahead to 2030, the housing supply expansion is expected to align with national development strategies focused on economic diversification and sustainable urban growth. The United Arab Emirates’ proactive planning approach ensures that residential development keeps pace with infrastructure upgrades and demographic trends.
The Alpen Capital housing forecast reinforces confidence in the long-term trajectory of the United Arab Emirates real estate sector, positioning it as a key pillar of economic growth and investment opportunity in the region.
