Nine out of the ten most searched property communities in the UAE are in Dubai, reflecting the city’s strong appeal to both homebuyers and investors, according to the latest market insights from Property Finder.
Leading the list are Dubailand, Dubai South, Jumeirah Village Circle, Dubai Investment Park, Deira, Dubai Hills Estate, Dubai Creek Harbour, Dubai Marina, and Business Bay. The only non-Dubai community in the top ten is Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah.
Surge in market activity
The popularity of these areas aligns with a broader rise in market activity. Dubai recorded real estate sales worth Dhs 63.6 billion in July 2025 — a 27% increase in value and a 24% rise in transaction volume compared to July 2024.
The primary ready segment alone accounted for 1,961 transactions valued at Dhs 12.2 billion, showing a 66% increase in volume and a 56% rise in value year-on-year. This points to sustained confidence in newly completed developments.
Growing demand for off-plan
Interest in off-plan properties continues to grow steadily across the UAE. Between Q3 2024 and Q2 2025, buyer interest in new developments increased by an average of 32% per quarter. While Dubai leads the market, Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah each hold a 5% share of this demand.
Focus on verified listings
To meet this rising interest, Property Finder’s New Projects platform offers what it states is the UAE’s most comprehensive and verified selection of new developments, listing 28% more projects than any other source. This provides both buyers and developers with greater access to reliable data.
Among the current top-performing projects on the platform are Bahria Town in Dubai South, Grand Polo Club and Resort in Dubai Investment Park, Eden House in Dubai Hills, Verdana Residence in Dubai Investment Park, and Rove Home Dubai Marina by IRTH.
Transparency in buying process
Commenting on the market trends, Cherif Sleiman, Chief Revenue Officer at Property Finder, said: “The surge in primary market demand underscores the importance of verified, accessible, and comprehensive information about new projects. With New Projects, we are setting the benchmark for transparency and choice, helping buyers, agents, and developers engage with off-plan real estate in ways that are more informed, more confident, and more successful.”
tanvir@dubainewsweek.com