Not here to sell.
Here to advise.
It starts with understanding your goals, asking the right questions, and guiding you to the right opportunities. Then we decide together — because smart investments are built on clarity, not pressure.
A full-spectrum advisory — from first enquiry to final handover.
Ali's background spans banking, luxury automotive, and over 18 years of real estate — giving him a uniquely cross-disciplinary lens on wealth, investment, and lifestyle.
Luxury Villas & Penthouses
Exclusive access to Dubai's finest addresses — Palm Jumeirah, Emirates Hills, District One, and Jumeirah Bay Island. Deep knowledge of what drives value in ultra-prime residential.
Off-Plan Investment
Direct developer relationships with Emaar, DAMAC, Sobha, Meraas, and Nakheel. Pre-launch allocations, payment plan structuring, and ROI modelling for serious investors.
Portfolio Strategy
Holistic investment advisory for HNW clients building multi-asset Dubai portfolios. Capital preservation, yield optimisation, and long-term wealth planning.
Resale Market
Back-to-back recognition for top resale performance. Expert pricing, negotiation, and transaction management across all price points in the secondary market.
International Buyers
Fluent in English and Arabic. Extensive experience guiding GCC, European, and Asian investors through Dubai's regulatory framework, Golden Visa eligibility, and ownership structures.
End-User Homes
For families and individuals seeking their ideal home — not just an investment. Neighbourhood expertise, school catchments, lifestyle fit, and long-term value assessment.
Trust and transparency are not values — they are the foundation of every transaction.
Ali Harby Arikat is a Director at Dubai Sotheby's International Realty and an award-winning luxury real estate advisor with over 18 years of professional experience spanning real estate, banking, and the luxury automotive sector.
His previous career in high-end banking and luxury automotive gave him a rare foundation: the ability to understand complex financial decisions, communicate with high-net-worth individuals, and build lasting relationships built on discretion and trust.
Today, Ali specialises in villas, penthouses, off-plan investments, and portfolio strategy for discerning buyers and investors. 80% of his business comes from repeat clients and referrals.
His philosophy: understand your goals first, ask the right questions, and guide you to the right opportunities. Then decide together.
Founded in 1744. The world's most recognised name in luxury.
Sotheby's International Realty was established in 1976 by the iconic Sotheby's fine art auction house — an institution with nearly three centuries of heritage connecting the world's most discerning collectors with extraordinary assets.
Today, the network spans over 1,085 offices across 84 countries. Dubai Sotheby's International Realty brings this global reach to the UAE — with local expertise, international exposure, and a client-first philosophy.
Global Reach, Local Expertise
Every listing receives international exposure through the Sotheby's global network — reaching qualified buyers in London, New York, Hong Kong, and beyond.
Exclusive Developer Access
Direct relationships with Dubai's premier developers — Emaar, DAMAC, Sobha, Meraas, Nakheel — mean pre-launch allocations and preferred pricing.
Discretion & Confidentiality
The Sotheby's name is synonymous with handling extraordinary assets for extraordinary clients. Every transaction is managed with the highest level of privacy.
Advisory-Led, Not Sales-Led
We do not operate on pressure or volume. Every recommendation is made in the client's best interest — with full transparency on market conditions and risk.
A record built on performance, not promises.
Consistent recognition across multiple platforms reflects Ali's commitment to excellence year after year.
Top performer across all categories — resale, off-plan, and volume.
Recognised among the top three brokers in one of Dubai's most competitive agencies.
Back-to-back accolades for top sales performance in the resale segment.
Recognised for outstanding performance in the off-plan investment segment.
Ready to invest with clarity?
Book a private, no-pressure consultation with Ali. We start with your goals — and only move forward when you're ready.