In the first half of 2025, the Dubai real estate market achieved an extraordinary milestone by registering sales transactions worth an impressive $89 billion. This surge indicates a booming sector that has garnered both local and international attention, reaffirming Dubai’s status as a premier destination for property investment. As buyers flock to this vibrant market, the latest statistics reveal the best-selling projects and neighborhoods, offering insights into the most sought-after properties in this dynamic landscape.
Dubai’s real estate market recorded its highest-ever half-year performance, with 98,603 property sales worth AED 326.7 billion ($89 billion) completed in the first half of 2025, according to the latest update from fäm Properties.
The growth was fueled by a record-breaking Q2, which saw 53,118 transactions worth AED 184 billion ($50.1 billion)—a 25 percent increase in value compared to the previous peak of AED 147.2 billion ($39.7 billion) in Q4 2024, and 5.39 percent more transactions than the earlier record of 50,400 deals.
Dubai Real Estate Q2 2025 Overview
Plot sales reached AED 32.2 billion ($8.7 billion) from 1,384 deals, marking a 49 percent year-on-year increase. Villas accounted for 10,019 units sold, valued at AED 66.5 billion ($18.1 billion), reflecting a 38.3 percent yearly growth. Apartment sales surged to AED 81.6 billion ($22.2 billion), up 18.7 percent year-on-year, while commercial properties contributed AED 3.6 billion ($980 million) through 1,252 transactions, a 12.5 percent increase compared to last year.
The average property price climbed to AED 1,607 ($435) per square foot, a significant rise from AED 958 ($259) in 2021 and AED 1,514 ($409) in 2024.
Firas Al Msaddi, CEO of fäm Properties, stated: “These numbers once again highlight the consistent strength and resilience of Dubai’s real estate market. Dubai’s steady growth over the years reinforces its place as a top choice for property investment, attracting more global interest while local and regional demand remains solid.”
Year-on-Year Sales Growth
The past five years have witnessed remarkable sales growth in Dubai’s property market:
- 2020: AED 10.8 billion ($2.9 billion) from 5,400 transactions
- 2021: AED 36.6 billion ($9.9 billion) from 15,400 transactions
- 2022: AED 58.2 billion ($15.8 billion) from 22,100 transactions
- 2023: AED 90.5 billion ($24.6 billion) from 31,100 transactions
- 2024: AED 123.9 billion ($33.7 billion) from 43,400 transactions
Top-Performing Areas in Q2 2025
| Area | Transactions | Total Sales Value |
|---|---|---|
| Jumeirah Village Circle | 4,930 | AED 6.47 billion ($1.76 billion) |
| Business Bay | 3,143 | AED 10.05 billion ($2.71 billion) |
| Al Yelayiss | 2,867 | AED 9.08 billion ($2.48 billion) |
| Wadi Al Safa | 2,483 | AED 4.83 billion ($1.3 billion) |
| Dubai South | 2,248 | AED 5.21 billion ($1.41 billion) |
Leading the way in total sales value, Me’Aisem Second achieved AED 14.94 billion ($4.1 billion) through 844 transactions. The priciest sales in Q2 included a villa sold for AED 365 million ($99.3 million) on Palm Jumeirah and an apartment at Peninsula Dubai Residences, Tower 1, fetching AED 170 million ($46.3 million).
Buyer Activity by Price Bracket
Analyzing buyer activity by price bracket reveals diverse preferences:
- AED 1–2 million ($272K–$544K): 32 percent of transactions (16,967 sales)
- Under AED 1 million ($272K): 26 percent (13,687)
- AED 2–3 million ($544K–$816K): 17 percent (9,163)
- AED 3–5 million ($816K–$1.36 million): 13 percent (6,804)
- Above AED 5 million ($1.36 million): 12 percent (6,496)
Market Dynamics: Primary vs. Secondary Sales
The dynamics between primary and secondary markets indicate a significant trend, with first-time sales from developers making up 66 percent, contrasting with 34 percent for resale properties.
Best-Selling Projects in Q2 2025
First Sale Apartment Projects
| Project | Sales Volume | Value | Median Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Binghatti Elite | 712 | AED 410.7 million ($111 million) | AED 500K ($136K) |
| Sobha Solis | 712 | AED 881.1 million ($238 million) | AED 1.1 million ($299K) |
| Sobha Orbis | 570 | AED 710.3 million ($192 million) | AED 1.2 million ($327K) |
| Binghatti Skyrise | 499 | AED 728.8 million ($197 million) | AED 1.2 million ($327K) |
| Timez By Danube | 450 | AED 499.8 million ($135 million) | AED 1.1 million ($299K) |
First Sale Villa Projects
| Project | Sales Volume | Value | Median Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Al Yelayiss | 227 | AED 7.2 billion ($1.94 billion) | AED 2.5 million ($680K) |
| DIP Second | 866 | AED 6.5 billion ($1.76 billion) | AED 7.2 million ($1.96 million) |
| Me’Aisem Second | 832 | AED 14.8 billion ($4.00 billion) | AED 15.3 million ($4.13 million) |
| Madinat Hind | 455 | AED 1.1 billion ($299 million) | AED 2 million ($544K) |
| Al Yufrah 1 | 486 | AED 2.5 billion ($680 million) | AED 5 million ($1.36 million) |
Resale Apartment Projects
| Project | Sales Volume | Value | Median Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Azizi Riviera | 317 | AED 267.5 million ($72 million) | AED 685K ($186K) |
| Peninsula | 172 | AED 331.1 million ($89 million) | AED 1.7 million ($462K) |
| M’terranean Cluster | 127 | AED 80 million ($21.8 million) | AED 680K ($185K) |
| Canal Front Res | 123 | AED 537.1 million ($145 million) | AED 4.4 million ($1.2 million) |
| Golf Promenade | 121 | AED 122.9 million ($33.2 million) | AED 830.3K ($225K) |
Resale Villa Projects
| Project | Sales Volume | Value | Median Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Al Yelayiss | 1,600 | AED 1.7 billion ($462 million) | AED 2.5 million ($680K) |
| Wadi Al Safa 5 | 369 | AED 1.5 billion ($408 million) | AED 3.3 million ($898K) |
| Al Hebiah Fifth | 333 | AED 1.2 billion ($327 million) | AED 2.6 million ($707K) |
| Wadi Al Safa 7 | 188 | AED 724.3 million ($196 million) | AED 3.2 million ($871K) |
| Al Yufrah 1 | 184 | AED 637.8 million ($172 million) | AED 3 million ($816K) |