The UAE is globally famous for numerous architectural wonders, such as the Burj Khalifa in Dubai and the waterfronts of Abu Dhabi. The country is a favorite among real estate investors around the world due to its potential for capital appreciation as well as tax-free investment options.
The real estate market is viable for long-term development with strong economic conditions and smart government initiatives. Leading developers in UAE are responding to this market need by reinventing each step with technology, sustainability and global best practices.
This blog will provide you with a comprehensive list of the leading 20 real estate developers in UAE, with a breakdown of the market and the key drivers driving property growth in the nation.
List of the top 20 real estate developers in UAE
Here comes a list of some of the pioneer developers in the UAE known around for their quality services and offerings.
| # | Company Name | Revenue 2024 ( in million AED) | Revenue 2023 ( in million AED) | Growth Rate | Established Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Emaar Properties | 35,505 | 26,750 | 32.7% | 1997 |
| 2 | Aldar Properties | 22,998 | 14,161 | 62.4% | 2005 |
| 3 | Sobha Realty | 8,900 | 6,900 | 29.0% | 1976 |
| 4 | DAMAC Properties | 8,843 | 3,000 | 194.8% | 2002 |
| 5 | Binghatti | 6,345 | 2,132 | 197.6% | 2008 |
| 6 | Reportage Properties | 5,650 | 3,700 | 52.7% | 2014 |
| 7 | Danube Properties | 5,130 | N/A | N/A | 2014 |
| 8 | Arada | 3,944 | 2769 | 42.4% | 2017 |
| 9 | FIVE Holdings | 2,165 | 1,694 | 27.8% | 2011 |
| 10 | Tiger Group | 1,800 | 1000 | 80.0% | 1976 |
| 11 | Omniyat | 1,623 | 1,707 | -4.9% | 2005 |
| 12 | Azizi Developments | 839.5 | N/A | N/A | 2007 |
| 13 | Union Properties | 528.7 | 508 | 4.1% | 1987 |
| 14 | Meraas | 327.2 | N/A | N/A | 2002 |
| 15 | Dubai Properties | 208.9 | N/A | N/A | 2002 |
| 16 | Seven Tides | 103.58 | N/A | N/A | 2004 |
| 17 | Select Group | 54.7 | N/A | N/A | 2002 |
| 18 | MAG Property Development | 23.5 | N/A | N/A | 2003 |
| 19 | Nakheel Properties | 14.3 | N/A | N/A | 2000 |
| 20 | Ellington Properties | 5 | N/A | N/A | 2014 |
Data updated in September 2025
*Revenue figures have been collected from official company financial statements, annual reports, and websites where available. For some companies without public financial disclosures, estimates from trusted third-party platforms such as ZoomInfo have been used.
