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Which channel gives better ROI for real estate in the Gulf: Facebook Ads, Google Ads, or property portals like Bayut & Property Finder?

I’ve worked on real estate marketing campaigns in Egypt and I’m exploring the Gulf market. I’d like to know which channel marketers found most effective in terms of conversions and ROI. Real examples or case studies are welcome.

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Question added by Fares Elsayed , Digital Marketing Specialist , Self-employed (Freelance)
Date Posted: 2025/07/30
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by Kamal Fayad , Sales and Marketing Manager , PROMO PHARMA

Based on extensive experience with Gulf real estate marketing, here's a comprehensive breakdown of each channel's ROI potential:

Property Portals (Bayut, Property Finder, Dubizzle) - HIGHEST ROI for Direct Conversions

  • Average conversion rate: 3-8% depending on property type and pricing
  • Cost per qualified lead: AED 50-150
  • Best for: Ready-to-buy prospects actively searching for properties
  • Key advantage: High-intent audiences already in purchase mode
  • Case insight: Premium developments in Dubai typically see 5-7% conversion rates on these platforms

Google Ads - BEST for Scalability and Targeting Precision

  • Average conversion rate: 2-5% for search campaigns
  • Cost per lead: AED 80-200 depending on keywords and competition
  • Best for: Capturing high-intent searches and retargeting website visitors
  • Key advantage: Intent-based targeting and remarketing capabilities
  • Strategy tip: Focus on long-tail keywords like "2-bedroom apartment Marina Dubai under 2M" rather than generic terms

Facebook Ads - BEST for Brand Awareness and Lead Generation at Scale

  • Average conversion rate: 1-3% for lead generation campaigns
  • Cost per lead: AED 30-100 (lowest cost per lead, but lower quality)
  • Best for: Building awareness, showcasing lifestyle, and capturing early-stage prospects
  • Key advantage: Sophisticated demographic and interest targeting, visual storytelling
  • Strategy tip: Use lookalike audiences based on your existing buyer database

Gulf Market-Specific Recommendations:

1. Multi-Channel Strategy is Essential: Don't rely on a single channel. The most successful campaigns use:
   - Property portals for bottom-funnel conversions (40% of budget)
   - Google Ads for mid-to-bottom funnel (35% of budget)
   - Facebook/Instagram for top-to-mid funnel awareness (25% of budget)

2. UAE vs. Other Gulf Markets: Property portals dominate in UAE (especially Dubai and Abu Dhabi) due to high portal usage. In Saudi Arabia, consider adding platforms like Aqar and Haraj. In Qatar and Kuwait, Facebook Ads perform better due to smaller markets and stronger social media engagement.

3. Quality Over Quantity: Property portals generate fewer leads but higher quality. Facebook generates volume but requires robust lead qualification processes.

4. Seasonal Considerations: Adjust your mix based on seasons - increase Facebook spend during summer (when fewer people are actively searching) to build pipeline, and boost property portal presence during peak buying seasons (September-December, January-April).

5. WhatsApp Integration: Regardless of channel, ensure seamless WhatsApp integration - it's the preferred communication method in the Gulf and significantly improves conversion rates.

Best Practice for Gulf Real Estate:
Start with property portals for immediate ROI, layer in Google Ads for scale, and use Facebook for pipeline building. Track cost per actual sale (not just lead) to determine true ROI. In my experience, property portals deliver 60-70% of final conversions despite receiving only 40% of budget.

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