Dubai’s real estate sector recorded exceptional growth in the first quarter of 2025, registering 45,474 property transactions totaling AED 142.7 billion.
This represents a 22% year-on-year rise in transaction volume and a 30% increase in value, driven by robust activity in both off-plan and ready property segments.
Off-plan sales remained the dominant force, comprising 56% of total transactions. These surged to 25,440 deals, up 24% from the same period last year, with their value reaching AED 55.2 billion—an increase from AED 44.5 billion in Q1 2024.
Simultaneously, the ready property market posted its strongest quarterly performance to date, with 20,034 transactions valued at AED 87.5 billion, reflecting a 21% increase in volume and a 34% rise in value.
The market’s upward trajectory reflects growing interest from both investors and end-users, amid a notable trend of residents shifting from renting to homeownership due to escalating rental costs.
Abu Dhabi also showed strong performance, particularly in its ready property segment. Transaction volume rose by 9%, while total value soared by 75%, driven by major commercial deals and growing demand for completed units. Residential ready transactions grew 5% in volume and 33% in value, highlighting a clear buyer preference for immediate occupancy.
