As of 2025, Dubai continues to confidently maintain its status as one of the world's premier destinations for investors. Thanks to its growing international appeal, the emirate's real estate market set a new record. From January to August alone, sales reached AED 441.22 billion (approximately $120 billion)—33.7% more than in the same period last year, when sales totaled AED 330 billion.
Record activity in the residential and commercial real estate market
According to the Dubai Land Department, 137,013 residential and commercial real estate transactions were completed during the first eight months of 2025. This represents a 21.5% increase compared to the same period in 2024, when 112,630 transactions were recorded. The January–August 2025 figures already account for 84% of last year's total sales.
Leaders in terms of sales volume
Among Dubai's districts, Business Bay was the clear leader, with transactions reaching AED 24.24 billion. Me'aisem came in second with AED 17.73 billion, followed by Al Yalayis 1 (AED 15.97 billion), Jumeirah Village Circle (AED 15.22 billion), and Airport City (AED 13.78 billion).
Total transaction volume and mortgage activity
The total value of transactions, including mortgages and property donations, exceeded AED 595 billion, which is significantly higher than last year's AED 479 billion for the same period. The mortgage market also grew by 3.2% (equivalent to 3.2% of 100), reaching AED 120 billion. The volume of free real estate transfers increased to AED 33.43 billion.
Market Outlook:
Analysts predict that, if the current pace continues, 2025 will be the most successful year in Dubai's history. Interest in the emirate's real estate is fueled by high rental income, the development of the tourism industry, and the continued influx of capital from Europe, Asia, and the Persian Gulf countries.