Sharjah’s real estate market continues to demonstrate impressive momentum, with the Central and Eastern regions alone generating AED 861.6 million ($235 million) in real estate trading value during the first quarter of 2025, according to the latest data from the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department.

This figure represents a remarkable 159.2% year-on-year increase, reflecting the emirate’s ongoing efforts to diversify investment opportunities beyond its urban core.

A Strong Start to the Year

A total of 6,493 transactions were recorded across the department’s regional branches during Q1. Out of these, 308 sales transactions in the Central and Eastern regions spanned a combined 11.3 million square feet, posting an 11.9% growth in transaction volume compared to Q1 2024.

What’s Driving the Growth?

According to Omar Al-Mansouri, Director of the Branches Department, this surge is the result of Sharjah’s strategic push to improve infrastructure, expand digital services, and foster a more business-friendly environment.

“Enhanced road networks, regulatory incentives, and upgraded public services have strengthened investor confidence in areas like Khor Fakkan, Kalba, Al-Dhaid, and Dibba Al-Hisn,” Al-Mansouri stated.

These regions are becoming increasingly attractive for both residential and investment purposes, thanks to their scenic landscapes, quality of life, and proximity to major urban centers.

Mortgage Activity & Sales Contracts

The value of mortgage transactions in Q1 reached AED 84.8 million, spread across 118 transactions, indicating healthy activity in the financing sector. Kalba led with 47 mortgage transactions, followed by the Central Region with 40, Khor Fakkan with 28, and Dibba Al-Hisn with 3.

In addition, 355 initial sales contracts were recorded in the Central and Eastern regions, valued at AED 504.3 million. The Central Region accounted for 312 of those contracts, with the remainder concentrated in Khor Fakkan.

Regional Breakdown

Here’s a snapshot of how each region performed:

• Central Region: AED 621.4 million (4.7% of total Sharjah value)
• Khor Fakkan: AED 178.8 million (1.4%)
• Kalba: AED 57.7 million (0.4%)
• Dibba Al-Hisn: AED 3.7 million (0.1%)

These four branches collectively contributed 6.6% of Sharjah’s total real estate trading value.

Looking Ahead

Al-Mansouri expressed confidence in continued growth, citing Sharjah’s balanced development vision aimed at integrating economic, social, and environmental goals.

“We’re committed to supporting sustainable real estate investment by offering smart, efficient services that ease the process for citizens, developers, and investors,” he said.

As infrastructure upgrades and development projects unfold, Sharjah’s Central and Eastern regions are emerging as key growth corridors—ideal for investors looking to diversify into rising markets with long-term potential.