Dubai’s real estate market has achieved a remarkable milestone in the first six months of 2025, drawing 94,717 investors who completed 118,132 property investments worth a staggering AED 326 billion. That’s a 39% increase in value compared to the same period last year—solid proof of the city’s growing appeal on the global investment stage.

First-Time Buyers Fuel Momentum

A major share of this growth came from new investors. In total, 59,075 first-time buyers entered the market, contributing AED 157 billion—a 40% increase in value. Notably, 45% of them are UAE residents, highlighting the success of Dubai’s vision to encourage long-term living and ownership for people already calling the city home.

Unprecedented Volume of Transactions

The market recorded 125,538 real estate transactions, up 26% from the first half of 2024. These dealings reached a total value of AED 431 billion, reflecting strong and consistent demand across all property types. In fact, more than 1.3 million real estate-related activities—from sales and leases to other transactions—were processed during this period.

This surge in activity underscores the city’s thriving, efficient, and well-structured property ecosystem—trusted by buyers, investors, and developers alike.

Women and International Buyers Drive Diversity

Women continue to play a key role in shaping the market. More than 30,000 female investors made 34,792 transactions valued at AED 73.2 billion, showing their growing influence and commitment to long-term investment in Dubai.

On the global front, GCC nationals invested AED 22.56 billion, Arab investors AED 28.4 billion, while international investors led the pack with AED 228.35 billion. This diverse mix of capital speaks volumes about Dubai’s status as a welcoming and secure environment for global wealth.

The Most Active Areas in Dubai

Several neighborhoods stood out as high performers:

• Al Barsha South Fourth led in transaction volume with 10,469 deals

• Al Yalayis 1: 7,595 transactions

• Wadi Al Safa 5: 7,178 transactions

• Business Bay: 6,601 transactions

• Dubai Marina: 6,428 transactions

In terms of transaction value:

• Dubai Marina topped the list at AED 25.1 billion

• Business Bay: AED 22.5 billion

• Burj Khalifa area: AED 17.1 billion

• Palm Jumeirah: AED 16.96 billion

Other key areas included Al Yalayis 1, Me’aisem Second, Wadi Al Safa 5, and Mohammed Bin Rashid Gardens—all crossing the AED 14 billion mark. These figures point to strong demand in both luxury and emerging districts.

A Future Built on Confidence and Innovation

Dubai’s impressive real estate performance is no accident. It’s the direct result of strategic planning, advanced digital infrastructure, and proactive governance under the Dubai Economic Agenda D33 and the Real Estate Strategy 2033.

The Dubai Land Department continues to enhance investor confidence by offering a well-regulated, highly efficient, and digitally enabled market—making the property journey seamless for all stakeholders. These efforts are in line with Dubai’s goal to become one of the top three economic cities in the world, while ensuring long-term sustainability for the real estate sector.

Dubai’s real estate sector is setting new records, driven by visionary leadership, a forward-thinking investment climate, and unmatched global appeal. With AED 326 billion invested in just half a year, the city isn’t just growing—it’s building a lasting legacy as one of the world’s most dynamic property markets.