In July 2025, Dubai‘s property sales reached a remarkable $14 billion, highlighting an increasing demand in the market, particularly for off-plan properties and rental units. The surge in activity is largely attributed to a growing number of investors and new tenants eager to secure their place in one of the world’s most vibrant real estate markets. According to reports from developers like Betterhomes, the city’s residential real estate landscape continues to evolve, reflecting both its resilience and appeal.
As evidenced by data from Property Monitor and Betterhomes’ own transactions, July saw notable increases across several key metrics, including sales volumes and rental activity.
Average price per square foot: AED1,893 ($516), a 3.3% rise from June.
Total transactions: 18,816, reflecting a 20.5% month-on-month growth.
Total sales value: AED51.3 billion ($13.96 billion), marking a 10.6% increase.
Off-plan sales: Constituted 65% of transactions, an increase from 62% in June.
The month showcased impressive performance from various villa and apartment communities, with The Wilds, Grand Polo Club & Resort, and The Oasis standing out among villas. Notably, Jumeirah Village Circle, Business Bay, and Damac Riverside emerged as the top-performing apartment areas.
Average Dubai Land Department Sale Prices: July 2025
In terms of pricing, the average sale prices recorded by the Dubai Land Department were as follows:
- Apartments: AED1.99 million ($541,500)
- Townhouses: AED3.25 million ($884,200)
- Villas: AED9.7 million ($2.64 million)
Interestingly, Betterhomes noted elevated averages for its apartment prices at AED2.33 million ($633,800), while its villa prices stood at AED6.1 million ($1.66 million).
Christopher Cina, Director of Sales at Betterhomes, remarked, “The continued strength of Dubai’s off-plan sector shows enduring confidence in the city’s long-term growth. We’re seeing demand from both seasoned investors and first-time buyers eager to secure properties before completion.”
Top Off-Plan Developers by Sales Value
Identifying the leaders in the off-plan sector, the top developers based on sales value were:
- 1. Sobha Realty: AED2.7 billion ($735.6 million)
- 2. Emaar: AED2.6 billion ($708.4 million)
- 3. Binghatti: AED1.7 billion ($463.1 million)
- 4. Damac: AED1.6 billion ($435.6 million)
- 5. H&H: AED1.5 billion ($408.8 million)
Renting Trends in Dubai
The rental market in Dubai also showed substantial growth in July, with a recorded 39,251 leasing transactions—a 3.4% rise compared to June.
New contracts constituted 40% of these dealings, highlighting a positive influx of fresh tenants into the city.
Al Khail Heights led the way with the highest apartment rental growth at 1.5% month-on-month, averaging AED67,500 ($18,400) annually, while Jumeirah saw villa rental prices climb by 4.2% to AED498,000 ($135,600) per year.
Average rents across Dubai by property type were noted as follows:
- Apartments: AED72,000 ($19,600)
- Townhouses: AED172,000 ($46,800)
- Villas: AED255,000 ($69,500)
Betterhomes reported a 10% month-on-month boost in tenant leads, indicative of sustained demand across its rental offerings. The average leasing prices for the company’s transactions were AED141,000 ($38,300) for apartments, AED190,000 ($51,700) for townhouses, and AED368,000 ($100,200) for villas.
Outlook for Dubai’s Real Estate Market in 2025
According to Betterhomes, the rise in sales volumes combined with strong off-plan absorption and robust rental demands emphasizes Dubai’s position as a leading property hub globally.
With investor confidence on an upswing and the pace of new tenant inflows accelerating, the outlook for the remainder of 2025 appears promising, fueling expectations of sustained momentum in Dubai property sales, which hit $14 billion in July.