The emirate’s property market continues its rapid rise: transaction values have grown from 104 billion dirhams in 2021 to 499.1 billion dirhams, a 379.9% increase. The number of transactions has also risen sharply — from 43,200 to 158,400, representing a 266.7% increase over the same period.
In just the past 12 months, the market has recorded a 20.6% increase in the number of deals and a 32.4% increase in total sales value, confirming a stable upward trend in Dubai’s real estate sector.
New record sales and strong investment appeal
The average monthly number of property transactions in 2025 also grew significantly — from 14,600 deals worth 41.89 billion dirhams in the first nine months of 2024 to 17,600 deals worth 55.46 billion dirhams.
Experts note that these impressive figures demonstrate the long-term stability and steady growth of Dubai’s investment climate. Demand for residential, commercial, and land properties remains strong, while rising prices continue to attract new investors.
Apartments and villas: the growth leaders
According to data from the analytics platform DXBinteract, property prices in Dubai have increased across all segments — from apartments and villas to commercial spaces and plots of land. Apartments showed the most remarkable growth: total transaction value rose by 451.7%, from 43.6 billion dirhams in 2021 to 240.5 billion dirhams between January and September 2025. The number of apartment sales increased by 339.1%, from 28,100 to 123,400 transactions. The villa segment also saw solid growth: the number of deals rose by 144.3% to 27,600, while the total value surged by 302%, reaching 162 billion dirhams.
Commercial properties and land plots
Land plots have become another major growth driver. In the first nine months of 2025, sales volume in this segment rose by 378.7% to 85.2 billion dirhams, while the number of transactions increased by 61.9% to 3,400.
Commercial real estate also showed robust gains: the total transaction value jumped by 413.6% to 11.3 billion dirhams, with 4,000 transactions — up 150% from the previous year.
Why investors choose Dubai
Experts say that Dubai’s stable economic policies, transparent regulations, and tax advantages make it one of the most attractive global destinations for real estate investment.
According to analysts’ forecasts, prices will continue to rise in 2026, especially in the premium segment and in areas with well-developed infrastructure such as Dubai Marina, Downtown Dubai, and Business Bay.