Dubai’s real estate market achieved a significant milestone in 2025, demonstrating once again why the city is among the most attractive places to invest in real estate worldwide. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum announced that Dubai’s total real estate transactions reached Dh917 billion, moving very close to the Dh1 trillion target set under the Dubai Real Estate Strategy 2033, well ahead of schedule.
Dubai Real Estate Strategy 2033: Progress Ahead of Plan
Dubai’s Real Estate Sector Strategy 2033 was formed, in order to strengthen the larger Dubai Economic Agenda D33, which aims to double the emirate’s GDP and place Dubai among the world’s leading global cities
The fact that transactions reached Dh917 billion before 2033 indicates that Dubai’s real estate market is expanding more quickly than anticipated. In addition to thanking international investors for their confidence, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum reiterated Dubai’s commitment to openness, opportunity, and action, saying that “we say what we do, and we do what we say.”
Dubai Real Estate Market Performance in 2025
- With 215,700 properties sold, Dubai’s real estate market ended 2025 at a record high.
- 3.11 million total real estate transactions, including sales, leases, and related services (7% increase from 2024).
- 18.7% increase in transaction volume year over year 30.9% increase in sales value compared to 2024.
Dubai Real Estate Investment Trends
- Over Dh680 billion was invested in real estate through 258,600 transactions.
- Deal volume increased by 20%, but investment value jumped by 29%.
- 129,600 new investors joined the market, representing a 23% increase, while the investor base grew to 193,100 investors (+24%).
- 56.6% of all investments were residents.
These patterns indicate that more locals are opting for property ownership because they consider Dubai real estate as a stable and long-term investment.
Women’s Growing Role in Real Estate
Women continue to play a growing role in Dubai’s real estate market.
- In 2025, women invested Dh154 billion, completed 76,700 real estate deals, and saw a 31% increase in investment value and a 24% increase in transaction volume.
This expansion demonstrates Dubai’s welcoming investment environment and growing real estate options for women.
Luxury and Ownership Trends
- Investments in luxury real estate increased by 5% to Dh3.98 billion.
- The average time for a renter to become a property investor was 4.8 years, reflecting the increasing appeal of ownership in Dubai
Top Areas for Real Estate Activity in Dubai
Several communities stood out in 2025 for strong transaction volumes, high property values, and mortgage activity:
Areas with Highest Transaction Volumes
- Al Barsha South Fourth
- Business Bay
- Dubai Marina
Areas with Highest Transaction Values
- Business Bay
- Dubai Marina
- Palm Jumeirah
- Burj Khalifa
Top Areas for Mortgage Transactions
- Palm Jumeirah
- Dubai Marina
- Business Bay
- Burj Khalifa
Strong rental demand, premium lifestyles, and long-term value growth are the reasons these locations continue to draw investors and end users.
Conclusion
Strong growth and great investor confidence are demonstrated by Dubai’s real estate market, which has reached Dh917 billion in sales. Dubai is one of the most attractive and reliable real estate markets in the world due to growing demand, increased ownership, and well-defined long-term objectives under Vision 2033. Overall, the future of Dubai real estate looks strong, and full of opportunities for investors and homebuyers.