According to the latest data from the Dubai Land Department (DLD), the volume of real estate transactions in Dubai in the first half of 2025 exceeded 431 billion AED, a 25% increase from the same period in 2024. This result further solidifies Dubai's position as a leading global destination for real estate investment.
From January to June, 125,538 real estate transactions were recorded, a 26% increase from the first half of 2024. The total value of these transactions, including sales, leases, and other legal actions, surpassed 1.3 million dirhams, indicating an active and growing investor base.
Local investors and newcomers are leading the market
In the first six months of 2025, over 95,000 investors completed more than 118,000 transactions, bringing 326 billion dirhams of investment to the market — a 39% increase from last year.
New investors were particularly active, with 59,075 investing AED 157 billion. Notably, 45% of these newcomers are UAE nationals, which confirms the success of the policy of turning tenants into owners and strengthening the market's long-term stability.
Women are increasingly investing in real estate
They are showing growing interest in Dubai real estate. In the first half of 2025, 30,487 women made nearly 35,000 deals, totaling 73.2 billion dirhams. This highlights the growing influence of women in the emirate's investment landscape.
Among the leaders are international investors.
Foreign investors accounted for 228.35 billion dirhams, establishing them as key market players. Investors from Arab countries came in second with AED 28.4 billion, followed by investors from Persian Gulf countries with AED 22.56 billion.
Where are the most active deals taking place?
The largest number of transactions occurred in Al Barsha South Fourth, Al Yalayis 1, and Wadi Al Safa 5. Deals were also actively concluded in areas such as Business Bay, Dubai Marina, and Airport City. In terms of investment volume, the leaders were:
- Dubai Marina — 25.1 billion dirhams
- Business Bay — 22.5 billion
- Burj Khalifa — 17.1 billion
- Palm Jumeirah — 16.96 billion
- Al Yalayis 1 and Wadi Al Safa 5 had over 15 billion dirhams each.
The first half of 2025 saw rapid growth in the Dubai real estate market. Steady investment inflows, increased transaction activity, and high levels of engagement from local and foreign investors alike make Dubai one of the most promising destinations on the global investment map.