Dubai’s property market kicked off 2025 with impressive momentum, recording AED35.2bn ($9.6bn) in total transactions across 13,043 sales in January—a 22.9% increase in value and a 23.1% rise in volume compared to last year. Key drivers include the expansion of freehold ownership along Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Jaddaf, attracting global investors and unlocking new opportunities. The shift is expected to boost redevelopment activity and enhance market liquidity.

Off-plan sales led the surge, contributing AED15.1bn ($4.1bn), while the secondary market accounted for AED20.1bn ($5.5bn). Demand remains strong across luxury and mid-tier segments, with Palm Jumeirah villas averaging AED47m ($12.8m). Dubai’s evolving rental framework, ongoing redevelopment, and investor-friendly regulations continue to position the city as a top-tier global real estate hub, ensuring sustained growth in 2025 and beyond.