Dubai’s property market ended 2025 at an all-time high. Total sales reached Dh682.5 billion. This is the highest annual value ever recorded in the emirate.

The market has now delivered record performance for five years in a row. Demand remained strong from both local and international investors. Dubai continues to rank among the world’s most attractive real estate destinations.

Property Sales Surge in 2025

Data from the Dubai Land Department shows a sharp rise in activity. Property sales value increased by 30.6 percent year on year. Sales grew from Dh522.4 billion in 2024 to more than Dh682.4 billion in 2025.

The number of transactions also climbed. Dubai recorded 214,912 property sales between January and December 2025. This marks an increase of 18.8 percent compared to 180,860 transactions in 2024.

Mortgage and Gift Transactions Rise

Mortgage activity remained strong throughout the year. Total mortgage transactions reached Dh179.3 billion across 50,974 deals.

Gift transactions also increased. These totalled Dh57.25 billion from 9,556 transactions in 2025.

Overall, Dubai’s total real estate transaction value reached Dh919 billion. This includes sales, mortgages, and gifts. The figure represents a 20.8 percent increase from Dh760.7 billion in 2024.

The total number of real estate transactions rose to 275,442. This is up 21.8 percent year on year.

Record-Breaking Fourth Quarter

The final quarter of 2025 delivered the strongest performance ever recorded. Fourth-quarter property sales exceeded Dh187.4 billion.

This was driven by a series of record months. October recorded Dh58.4 billion in sales. November followed with Dh64.2 billion. December closed at Dh64.8 billion.

Quarterly sales were up 26.9 percent compared to the same period in 2024. In December alone, sales jumped nearly 52 percent year on year. Transactions reached 19,220 for the month.

Top Performing Areas in Dubai

Business Bay ranked first by total sales value in 2025. It recorded Dh38.3 billion in transactions.

Jumeirah Village Circle came second with Dh24.5 billion. Al Yalayis 1 followed at Dh23.8 billion. Dubai Investment Park Second recorded Dh23.2 billion.

Palm Jumeirah ranked fifth with Dh21.4 billion in sales. Airport City followed with Dh20.8 billion. The Burj Khalifa area recorded Dh20.3 billion.

Other strong performers included Meydan, Al Yufrah 1, and Palm Jebel Ali.

Strong Investor Confidence Continues

Dubai’s sustained growth reflects strong investor confidence. The market benefits from solid fundamentals, diverse buyer demand, and long-term government initiatives.

The emirate continues to attract global capital. Its real estate sector remains one of the most resilient and dynamic in the world.

Source: Gulf News, based on data from the Dubai Land Department
https://gulfnews.com/business/property/dubai-property-market-closes-2025-with-record-dh6825-billion-in-sales-1.500396068

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Our news section provides deeper insights into:

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Updates on off-plan developments, master communities, and major builder announcements.

• Market Trends:
Price changes, demand shifts, sales performance, and investor activity.

• Regulatory & Policy Updates:
Changes to property laws, visa regulations, and government initiatives affecting real estate.

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• Expert Opinions & Analysis:
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