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AFFORDABLE REAL ESTATE GAINS GROUND IN THE MIDDLE EAST
Gulf News
|June 20, 2025
Developers are redefining value with smart homes, lifestyle perks, and unbeatable prices across the region
As property prices in global megacities spiral upwards, the Middle East, especially the UAE is emerging as a haven for affordable real estate.
While the region is renowned for its luxury towers and high-end beachfront developments, a quieter revolution is unfolding at the other end of the spectrum: the rise of high-quality, affordable housing targeting budget-conscious buyers, investors, and end-users alike.
This pivot is not a temporary trend. It is a structural transformation led by changing demographics, rising demand from middle-income expatriates, and an evolved understanding of value from both developers and homebuyers. With a renewed focus on inclusive urban development, sectoral players are crafting creative residential offerings that blend affordability with features traditionally reserved for premium properties.
Changing demographics, rising demand
This story is from the June 20, 2025 edition of Gulf News.
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