Dubai Real Estate Transactions Surge in First Half

Dubai's real estate market experienced a significant surge in the first half of 2025, with transactions exceeding Dh431 billion, a 25% increase compared to the same period last year. This growth, according to the Dubai Land Department (DLD), underscores Dubai's continued appeal as a premier global property investment destination. The market saw a total of 125,538 real estate transactions, a 26% rise from the previous year, with overall real estate procedures surpassing 1.3 million, demonstrating a robust and expanding investor base.

Investment activity was particularly strong, reaching Dh326 billion, a 39% year-on-year increase. This surge was fueled by nearly 95,000 investors completing over 118,000 transactions. Notably, 59,075 new investors injected Dh157 billion into the market, a 40% value increase. Residents accounted for 45% of these new investors, reflecting successful initiatives to encourage homeownership and enhance market stability.

Female investors also played a crucial role, with 30,487 women conducting nearly 35,000 transactions worth Dh73.2 billion. Foreign investors led in terms of nationality, contributing Dh228.35 billion, followed by Arab and GCC nationals. In terms of transaction volume, Al Barsha South Fourth, Al Yalayis 1, and Wadi Al Safa 5 were the top-performing areas. Dubai Marina, Business Bay, Burj Khalifa, and Palm Jumeirah led in transaction value.