Dubai Real Estate Market Surges: Transactions Hit AED 51.1 Billion in February 2025

 The Dubai real estate market continues to showcase impressive growth, with a staggering 55% increase in transaction value recorded in February 2025. According to Property Finder data, the total value of transactions reached AED 51.1 billion ($13.9 billion), with 16,099 transactions completed, reflecting a 35% increase from February 2024.



Strong Demand for Apartments and Villas

Dubai remains a hotspot for property investment, attracting buyers looking for both apartments and villas. In February 2025:

  • 34% of buyers searched for one-bedroom apartments.

  • 37% preferred two-bedroom units.

  • 13% sought studio apartments.

For those looking at villas and townhouses:

  • 39% searched for three-bedroom units.

  • 47% looked for four-bedroom or larger properties.

Most Popular Areas for Property Ownership

Dubai’s top locations for apartment purchases included:

  • Dubai Marina

  • Jumeirah Village Circle

  • Downtown Dubai

  • Business Bay

  • Palm Jumeirah

The most sought-after areas for villas and townhouses were:

  • Dubai Hills Estate

  • Dubai Land

  • Al Furjan

  • Palm Jumeirah

  • Damac Hills 2

Significant Growth in Off-Plan and Ready Property Transactions

The ready property market recorded 6,997 transactions in February 2025, up from 5,522 transactions in February 2024. This marks a 27% increase in transaction volume and a 53% rise in value.

Meanwhile, the off-plan market saw remarkable expansion, with transaction values soaring by 57%. The sector recorded AED 20.5 billion ($5.6 billion) in February 2025, compared to AED 13 billion ($3.5 billion) in the same month last year.

Notable high-value transactions included:

  • Burj Khalifa: AED 3.1 billion ($844.2 million) across 334 deals.

  • Al Yelayiss 1: AED 2.4 billion ($653.5 million), up from AED 96 million ($26.1 million).

  • Wadi Al Safa 5: AED 2.2 billion ($600 million) across 1,073 transactions.

  • Al Yufrah 1: AED 1.4 billion ($381.3 million), a significant jump from AED 184 million ($50.1 million).

Booming Rental Market Trends

The demand for rental properties also saw a noticeable shift. Data indicates that:

  • 64% of tenants preferred furnished apartments, compared to 45% in 2024.

  • 58% of villa renters opted for unfurnished units, while 42% chose furnished properties.

  • Demand for furnished villas and townhouses increased to 47% in 2025, up from 36% in 2024.

Top Areas for Rental Searches

For apartments:

  • Jumeirah Village Circle

  • Dubai Marina

  • Downtown Dubai

  • Business Bay

  • Deira

For villas and townhouses:

  • Jumeirah

  • Dubai Hills Estate

  • Damac Hills 2

  • Dubai Land

  • Al Furjan

Dubai’s Real Estate Market Outlook

Cherif Sleiman, Chief Revenue Officer at Property Finder, highlighted the continued growth of Dubai’s real estate sector, stating:

“Dubai’s real estate market continues to demonstrate remarkable strength, with sustained growth in off-plan transactions reinforcing the city’s position as a prosperous investment hub. As regulations ease for business setups, we see a direct correlation between real estate expansion and Dubai’s ability to attract top-tier talent and global entrepreneurs.”

Dubai’s commitment to innovation and long-term growth is further attracting international interest. Recent data from the Ministry of Investment underscores the UAE’s appeal as a destination where individuals and businesses can build their future.

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