Dubai’s real estate market celebrated a landmark achievement in 2025, recording an unprecedented surge in property sales by year-end. With a stunning total of 215,700 transactions valued at AED 686.8 billion (approximately $187 billion), the emirate solidified its reputation as one of the most dynamic real estate markets globally.

Record-breaking Year-End Performance

December marked a climactic finish to an already remarkable year, with property sales rising by 46.4% in value year-on-year, amounting to AED 63.1 billion. Transaction volume also saw a robust increase of 21.3%, hitting 18,587 deals. According to fäm Properties, a leading Dubai brokerage, these figures highlight an ongoing momentum driven by sustained investor confidence and a robust demand across all property sectors.

The insights gathered from DXBInteract further illustrate the growth trajectory, showcasing strong gains in both the primary and secondary markets. As property values escalated and construction activity picked up pace, the outlook for 2026 appears promising, indicating continued vigor in the market.

Key Highlights of 2025

Several key statistics paint a vivid picture of Dubai’s thriving real estate landscape in 2025:

– An astounding 215,700 sales transactions were recorded, reflecting an 18.7% increase from 2024.
– The sales value reached a historic peak of AED 686.8 billion, marking a 30.9% annual increase.
– The primary market experienced a significant upswing with 149,230 first sales valued at AED 448.1 billion, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 33.6%.
– The secondary market also thrived with 66,400 re-sale transactions valued at AED 238.8 billion, an increase of 26.2% compared to the previous year.
– Average property prices witnessed upward trends, climbing to AED 1,700 per square foot in the primary market (+6.7%) and AED 1,500 in the secondary market (+11.2%).
– The supply of properties has also surged, with 42,784 units delivered in 2025, a 45% increase from 2024.

Firas Al Msaddi, CEO of fäm Properties, commented on these figures, emphasizing that they mark a significant evolution rather than simply another cycle of growth. He noted a diversified investor base reflecting strong interests from regions such as Asia, Europe, and the Americas, ready to invest in Dubai’s real estate, which offers both stability and growth potential.

Strong Growth Across All Categories

The report indicates that all property categories experienced solid growth during the year. Apartment sales saw a 19.9% rise, tallying 170,448 transactions valued at AED 332.9 billion. Meanwhile, villa sales increased by 11.1%, resulting in 34,671 units worth AED 206.9 billion. Furthermore, commercial property transactions soared by 41.1%, totaling 6,086 units at AED 18.2 billion in value. Strikingly, building sales jumped by a remarkable 306.3%, culminating in 65 units sold for AED 211.9 million.

It’s noteworthy that first sales from developers outperformed re-sales, comprising 69% of total volume and 65% of total value, further illustrating the confidence among investors to participate actively in the market.

In 2025, the Jumeirah Village Circle led in property deliveries, with other prime locations including Dubai Marina and Business Bay marking significant contributions. Emaar led as the foremost developer with 17% of the year’s total deliveries.

The pinnacle of luxury was highlighted by the sale of a AED 550 million apartment at Bugatti Residences in Business Bay, showcasing Dubai’s vibrant high-end market and its continued allure to wealthy investors.

In summary, Dubai’s property sector in 2025 demonstrated remarkable growth across the board, fueled by robust demand and a strategic alignment of supply to meet market needs, ensuring a buoyant outlook as the emirate prepares for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.