The real estate market in Dubai is reaching new heights, with property sales projected to hit an astonishing AED 559.4 billion in 2025. This surge is fueled by a bustling October, surpassing previous annual records in transaction values. As the city becomes an increasingly attractive destination for investors, the figures reflect a strong and dynamic market landscape.
Record-Breaking Sales in October
In October 2025, Dubai’s real estate market achieved a remarkable milestone, with total property sales soaring to AED 559.4 billion for the year. This achievement exceeded the previous record of AED 522.1 billion set in 2024. According to a report by fäm Properties, the month alone accounted for 19,875 transactions valued at AED 59.4 billion, bringing the total number of deals in the first ten months of 2025 to 178,244.
Sector Performance Highlights
The data revealed that apartment sales led the market, both in value and volume, with 16,238 transactions amounting to AED 31 billion—marking a 3.4% year-on-year increase. While villa sales experienced a decline, totaling AED 15.5 billion with a 36.8% drop in volume to 2,549 units, land sales saw a growth of 23.9%, with 399 plots selling for AED 11 billion. Notably, commercial sector sales surged, increasing by 61.7% from October of the previous year, resulting in 689 transactions worth AED 1.9 billion.
Investment Landscape and Insights
Firas Al Msaddi, CEO of fäm Properties, emphasized the market’s resilience, stating, “There is no doubt that the real estate market is extremely robust overall, and globally, Dubai remains one of the top markets for investment.” He cautioned, however, that success in such a thriving market is not guaranteed for every developer or investor. To achieve consistent success, informed decisions backed by data are essential. Al Msaddi highlighted the transparency of the Dubai Land Department’s ecosystem, which provides public access to all sale and rental transactions through the DXB Interact platform, enabling thorough analysis of opportunities.
Market Dynamics and Future Trends
In October 2025, new property sales from developers dominated the market, reaching 13,926 transactions valued at AED 38.7 billion, compared to 5,949 resale transactions worth AED 20.7 billion. This upward trajectory is evident when looking at the sales figures over recent years, which demonstrate a consistent increase in transaction values from AED 6.8 billion in October 2020 to AED 60.8 billion last October.
The top-performing areas in October included Jumeirah Village Circle, Al Habtoor City, and Dubai Marina, with sales reflecting the high demand in these prime locations. As the market continues to thrive, the future looks promising for both buyers and investors, underlining Dubai’s status as a leading global real estate hub.
As the year progresses, the ongoing momentum in the property sector suggests that 2025 will be yet another remarkable chapter in Dubai’s real estate narrative, solidifying its reputation as a key player in the global market.