Dubai real estate hits historic AED 917 billion milestone in 2025, racing ahead of long-term targets

Dubai’s real estate market reached a historic high in 2025, recording total transactions worth over AED 917 billion (approximately $250 billion), according to figures released by the Dubai Land Department (DLD). The landmark performance represents a 20% year-on-year increase in both transaction value and volume compared to 2024, underscoring sustained global confidence in the emirate’s property sector.

Record-breaking market activity

Throughout 2025, Dubai registered more than 270,000 real estate transactions, reflecting strong demand across residential, commercial, and off-plan segments. Property investments alone surpassed AED 680 billion, spread across over 258,600 individual deals, highlighting the depth and liquidity of the market.

Expanding and diversifying investor base

One of the most notable trends was the sharp expansion of Dubai’s investor pool.

• The total number of investors rose by 24%, reaching nearly 193,100

• Around 129,600 investors entered the market for the first time, signalling continued international appeal

Women investors also played a major role in shaping market momentum, contributing AED 154 billion through more than 76,700 transactions, reinforcing Dubai’s growing reputation as an inclusive and accessible investment destination.

Ahead of long-term strategic goals

Dubai’s original real estate strategy targeted AED 1 trillion in total transactions by 2033. With the 2025 results already approaching that mark, the sector is now well ahead of schedule, transitioning into a more mature and globally competitive phase.

Industry analysts note that this acceleration reflects not just cyclical growth but structural strength built on long-term planning.

Key drivers behind the surge

Several factors continue to fuel Dubai’s real estate momentum:

• Transparent and investor-friendly regulations

• Long-term residency incentives, including the Golden Visa programme

• Strong legal protections and digital land registration systems

• A high quality of life attracting global high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs, and families seeking long-term settlement

Together, these elements have positioned Dubai as one of the world’s most resilient and attractive real estate markets, even amid global economic uncertainty.

As Dubai moves closer to its 2040 urban and economic vision, the 2025 milestone signals not just growth in numbers but a deeper transformation into a global real estate capital built for long-term sustainability.