New Delhi, March 15 -- Indians and people of Indian origin emerged as significant contributors to the Dubai real estate market in the last two years. The escalating tension and ongoing conflict in West Asia have impacted Dubai as well. Will the allure of the emirate's real estate market still draw investment? Mint explains.

Indian nationals are the largest foreign real estate investor base in Dubai, accounting for over 20% of all foreign property purchases. In 2025, Indians and people of Indian origin invested up to Rs.95,000 crore in residential properties, according to estimates by Anarock Property Consultants. This is a sharp rise from 2023, when they bought properties amounting to Rs.37,000 crore. Higher rental yields, particularly i...