The UAE is quickly becoming a go-to market for technology companies looking to invest overseas amid the proptech boom. The region offers the right environment for testing and scaling new tech ideas. Companies find strong digital infrastructure, clear business rules, and a fast-moving economy in the UAE.
Real estate activity in the UAE reached new highs in 2024, according to market reports. Property deals in the four emirates came to about AED 893 billion, with over 331,000 deals recorded. Mortgage deals alone passed AED 229 billion.
Dubai led this growth, recording property transactions worth over AED 760 billion from 226,000 deals. Property sales in the city stood at AED 522 billion, showing steady demand in residential and commercial segments.
One area seeing clear growth is property technology, often called proptech. These platforms use digital tools and AI to make buying, selling, and taking care of property simpler. In the UAE, where real estate moves fast and attracts global buyers, proptech is solving real problems.
These platforms help buyers understand properties better and decide more quickly. They cut down the paperwork and offer more transparency. For overseas investors, they also make it easier to manage property without being physically in the country.
Indian investors continue to play a major role in the UAE’s real estate market. In 2024, Indian buyers made up around 22% of property deals in Dubai, putting in close to AED 35 billion. Public records show that over 29,000 Indian buyers now own more than 35,000 homes across the emirate.
The growing role of technology in real estate shows how the UAE is moving toward smarter, faster services. High transaction volumes and strong digital adoption make the country a natural testing ground for proptech platforms. These platforms are expected to strengthen the UAE’s role as a global technology and real estate hub.