Business Bay, Dubai Marina and Palm Jumeirah recorded the highest real estate transaction values in Dubai during 2025, reflecting strong investor demand across prime residential and mixed-use areas, according to newly released market data.
Other top-performing locations by transaction value included Burj Khalifa, Al Barsha South Fourth, Mohammed Bin Rashid Gardens, Dubai Airport City, Wadi Al Safa 5, Wadi Al Safa 3 and Al Yelayiss 1.
Record market year
Dubai’s real estate sector delivered its strongest performance on record in 2025, with more than 270,000 sales transactions valued at Dhs917 billion, marking a 20 per cent annual increase.
Overall real estate activity reached 3.11 million transactions, including sales, leases and related services, up 7 per cent compared to 2024. The figures point to rising demand and a broader base of market participants.
Leadership comments
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, said the sector’s performance shows the impact of long-term planning and regulation.
“The record results reflect trust in Dubai’s vision, the resilience of its economy, and the clarity of its development path,” he said, noting the importance of transparent regulations and balanced growth that supports quality of life.
Sheikh Mohammed also highlighted the strategic role of real estate in Dubai’s diversified economy and the sector’s focus on innovation and long-term value.
Investment growth
Real estate investments exceeded Dhs680 billion in 2025 across 258,600 deals, representing a 29 per cent rise in value and a 20 per cent increase in volume. The number of investors grew to about 193,100, up 24 per cent, including nearly 129,600 new investors. Resident investors accounted for 56.6 per cent of the total.
Women investors played a larger role in the market, investing Dhs154 billion through 76,700 deals. This marked growth of 31 per cent in value and 24 per cent in volume.
Luxury property investments reached Dhs3.98 billion, while the average period for renters to become property owners stood at 4.8 years.
Active locations
By transaction volume, the most active areas included Al Barsha South Fourth, Business Bay, Wadi Al Safa 5, Dubai Airport City and Dubai Marina, followed by Jebel Ali First, Al Yelayiss 1, Wadi Al Safa 3, Dubai Investment Park Second and Al Thanyah Fifth.
In mortgage activity by number, Al Barsha South Fourth, Dubai Marina and Jebel Ali First ranked highest. By mortgage value, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Marina and Business Bay led the market, alongside Al Barsha South Fourth and Burj Khalifa.
Sector outlook
Omar Hamad Bu Shehab, Director General of Dubai Land Department, said the results reflect a more mature market supported by governance and data-led policies.
“Dubai’s real estate sector delivered strong results in 2025, reflecting a more mature and sustainable market underpinned by transparency, governance, and data-driven policies,” he said.
He added that streamlined procedures, digital services and collaboration across the sector continue to strengthen investor confidence, supporting Dubai’s long-term real estate growth targets under the Dubai Economic Agenda D33 and the Real Estate Sector Strategy 2033.
