Dubai Real Estate Transactions Reach $36.2 Billion in Q3 2025
Dubai’s property sector recorded one of its strongest quarters to date, with deals worth AED132.8 billion ($36.2 billion) in Q3 2025 — a 60.8% jump compared to the same period in 2023. The surge highlights both Dubai’s resilience and its global pull for investors.
Prices and Demand
The average property price climbed 17.4% year-on-year, reaching AED1,913 ($521) per sq. ft., up from AED1,629 ($444) in Q3 2023. Demand was broad-based, covering apartments, villas, and townhouses, supported by population growth and capital inflows from wealthy international buyers.
Dubai’s population has now passed the 4 million mark, creating significant housing demand. This aligns with government strategies such as the D33 Economic Agenda and the Dubai Urban Master Plan 2040, both of which aim for sustainable urban expansion and a globally competitive economy.
Market Breakdown
- Transactions: 52,853 sales in Q3 2025
- Total Value: AED132.8bn ($36.2bn)
- Price Growth: +17.4% YoY
- Strongest Segments:
- Apartments: Led by Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC), Business Bay, and Dubai Marina
- Villas & Townhouses: Popular in Dubai Hills, Mohammed Bin Rashid City, and Damac Lagoons
- Luxury Surge: Dubai ranks among the busiest global markets for transactions above $10m, boosted by ultra-luxury projects like “Billionaire Island.”
- Upcoming Supply: More than 81,000 units are scheduled for handover in 2025. Demand hotspots such as JVC and Emaar Beachfront are expected to absorb this supply effectively.
Global Wealth Inflows
Dubai continues to attract global wealth at scale, with around 9,800 new millionaires projected to arrive in 2025. This influx has fueled demand for prime and super-prime properties, consolidating Dubai’s status as a leading international real estate hub.
Expert Insight
Laura Adams, Associate Partner at Provident Estate, noted that Dubai’s growth isn’t just about numbers: “Liquidity, luxury demand, and international capital flows are cementing Dubai’s position as one of the world’s foremost real estate destinations.”
