Dubai property market surpasses AED 430bn in deals during first half of 2025

Property market updates | 18.08.2025 | Benham and Reeves UAE

Dubai’s property market is hitting all-time highs!

A report from the Government of Dubai’s Media Office reveals that real estate transactions in the emirate reached AED 431 billion in the first half of 2025; a 25% jump from AED 345 billion recorded in the same period of 2024, according to Dubai Land Department data. The surge in transaction value was driven by a 26% rise in transaction volumes, increasing from just under 100,000 to more than 125,500 deals.

A wave of new investors is driving the overall market expansion

In the first half of 2025, Dubai’s real estate sector, covering sales, leases, and other transactions, recorded over 1.3 million activities. During this time, nearly 95,000 investors completed more than 118,000 deals valued at almost AED 326 billion. Remarkably, the market attracted 59,075 new investors, representing a 22 per cent increase compared to the same period last year.

These new entrants invested AED 157 billion, representing a 40 per cent rise. Nearly 45 per cent of these investors currently live in the UAE, indicating that government efforts to help renters become homeowners are proving effective. According to DXB Interact’s monthly tracker, Dubai’s property sales hit AED 67.4 billion in July 2025, marking a rise of more than 39% from the AED 47.4 billion recorded in July 2024

Female-led investments fuel record growth in Dubai real estate

Female-led investments in Dubai property

Q1 of 2025 recorded about 30,500 women who invested in Dubai’s property market, completing nearly 35,000 deals worth AED 73.2 billion. This growing participation highlights women’s increasing influence in real estate and shows the UAE’s dedication to creating a safe, supportive, and empowering environment for women in business.

Buyer optimism peaks with new high-end developments across Dubai

Property Finder’s latest survey reveals robust buyer sentiment, with nearly 72% of current tenants planning to purchase a home within the next six months. About 44% of respondents believe property prices will stabilise as the market continues to mature.

Building on the market’s momentum, London Gate, in a strong partnership with Octa Properties, has made plans for three ultra-luxury residential developments in prime locations: Dubai South, Jumeirah Village Circle, and Dubai Maritime City. The developer has continued its partnership with Swiss watchmaker Franck Muller for another high-profile project, building on the great success of the Vanguard Tower in Dubai Marina.

Dubai Marina, JVC, and Business Bay remain top-selling hotspots

This year, areas like Dubai Marina, Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC), Business Bay, Wadi Al Safa 5, and Dubai South have recorded the highest property sales in Dubai. These popular neighborhoods remain in high demand, performing strongly in both sales and market share.

Areas with the highest sales volume and market share in 2025

Area	Sales Volume	Sales Value (AED bn)	Market Share
JVC	10,515	13.2	9%
Business Bay	7,416	21.2	6%
Wadi Al Safa 5	6,965	13.7	6%
Dubai South	6,113	16.1	5%
Dubai Marina	5,541	20.1	5%

In the past year, property prices in Dubai have gone up steadily, increasing by 5.2% to an average of AED 1,606 per square foot in 2025. This year’s highest price increases were seen in Al Barsha First, Al Aweer First, Al Barsha South Second, and Abu Hail.

Areas with highest property price in 2025

Area	Property Type	Sqft price (AED)	Value increase
Al Barsha First	Plot	2,928	174.3%
Al Aweer First	Plot	55	153.1%
Al Barshaa South Second	Commercial	3,555	77.8%
Al Barsha First	Apartment	1,618	40.2%
Abu Hail	Plot	436	24.2

Sustained rental growth driven by strong demand in prime locations

Dubai’s rental market is still giving strong returns, with yearly median rent going up over 6% to AED 70,000 in 2025. International City remains the first choice for renters because of its high- quality lifestyle and low-cost housing options. Meanwhile, sought-after areas such as Jebel Ali, Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC), Business Bay, and Nadd Hessa are also attracting strong demand from renters seeking vibrant, well-connected communities.

Top performing areas with best rental volumes

Area	Sales Volume	Sales Value (AED bn)	Market Share
JVC	10,515	13.2	9%
Business Bay	7,416	21.2	6%
Wadi Al Safa 5	6,965	13.7	6%
Dubai South	6,113	16.1	5%
Dubai Marina	5,541	20.1	5%

Source: All values are as per the latest DXB Interact data on July 30, 2025

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