Young Emiratis invest $1.17 billion in Sharjah’s property market

Emirati youth are strengthening their presence in Sharjah’s property market, with investments reaching AED 4.3 billion ($1.17 billion) as of August 2026. According to data released by the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department, 5,314 Emiratis aged between 18 and 35 traded 7,052 properties across the emirate, reflecting growing interest among younger investors in real estate as a long-term asset.

The figures, released to coincide with International Youth Day on August 12, point to the increasing role of young nationals in Sharjah’s real estate sector and their growing focus on building sustainable capital assets.

Male investors accounted for 61.3% of properties traded, or 4,325 properties, while female investors accounted for 38.7%, with 2,727 properties.

A similar distribution was recorded across the investor base. Of the 5,314 young Emirati investors, 3,162 (59.5%) were men, and 2,152 (40.5%) were women.

In terms of investment value, men accounted for $762.4 million, representing 64.6% of the total, while women’s investments reached $408.4 million, or 35.4%.

Saud Al-Khayyal, Chairman of the Youth Council at the Sharjah Real Estate Registration Department, said the figures demonstrate a growing investment culture among younger generations, particularly around the importance of building assets.

He added that the performance reflects an expanding base of national investors and supports the emirate’s ambition to make its property sector a sustainable investment option for individuals and families seeking to build wealth and achieve financial stability.

The latest figures come as Sharjah’s property market continues to record strong transaction activity, supported by the emirate’s economic and regulatory environment and wider development plans.