But let me tell you—after 2024 record-breaking sales, 2025’s starting month is going to be the same way or even bigger. The numbers are in. Dubai Property Market isn’t just growing; it’s setting new records every day. I’ll break down what’s happening and why you might want to take notice.
Market Overview
In one month in 2025, Dubai recorded 14,236 sales, an impressive 23.2% growth from January 2024. This means demand continues to rise. Let’s see all the sales figures.
Land Sales
This month’s biggest surprises were land sales, with 811 plots sold. It represents a 151.9% jump in volume from the previous month. It has transactions valued at AED8.6 billion ($2.3 billion). If you’re looking at investments in land, this segment is showing some serious momentum.
Villas and Apartments Sales
Sales in villas started excellently in the year, with 3,117 units in a total of AED16.4 billion ($4.5 billion) in transactions, an 89.6% rise in volume. Apartment sales were not to be left behind either, reaching AED18.2 billion ($5 billion), a 7.1% rise in volume as 9,945 units changed hands. If you are thinking of a home in Dubai, these numbers prove that you are not alone in making such a decision.
Commercial Properties
Not just residential property growth, the commercial property sector saw 363 transactions which account for AED1.2 billion ($327 million). It shows an increase of 17.9% in volume compared to the same period last year. If you are a business owner, then this is a pretty good time to explore opportunities in the Emirates.
Long-Term Growth Perspective
Although the average price per square foot dipped slightly by 4% to AED1,550 ($422), it remains 81.2% higher than five years from AED855 ($233) in January 2020. This thus means that against slight monthly fluctuations, property values have actually recorded strong long-term appreciation.
Five-Year Sales Figures In Dubai
In January, the sales figures reflect an amazing growth story over the last five years. Property sales in January increased 822% in value since 2020 as follows:
- January 2020: AED 4.8bn ($1.3bn) from 2,700 transactions
- January 2021: AED 6.6bn ($1.8bn) from 3,300 transactions
- January 2022: AED 16.3bn ($4.4bn) from 5,700 transactions
- January 2023: AED 27.8bn ($7.6bn) from 9,700 transactions
- January 2024: AED 35.8bn ($9.7bn) from 11,600 transactions
- January 2025: AED 44.4bn ($12.1bn) from 14,236 transactions
You can see steady growth which is rare in many global real estate markets. Dubai continues to prove itself as a secure and attractive destination for property investment.
Luxury Market Highlights
The most expensive transaction in January was a villa in Dubai Hills Estate. It was priced at AED140 million ($38.1 million). On the other hand, the most expensive apartment sold for AED57 million ($15.5 million) at Ava At Palm Jumeirah By Omniyat. Then figures show how much people are paying to experience the luxury.
New Sales Outpacing Resales
Another important observation was that developers’ first sales were much higher than resales. Quantitatively, the share of sales of new properties was 65%, while for resales it was 35%. In terms of value, first sales made up 60%, while the contribution of resales was 40%. Essentially, more and more people want brand-new rather than second-hand property.
Price Segment Wise Division
- Properties priced over AED5 million ($1.4 million) accounted for 9% of total sales.
- The most popular price range was AED1-2 million ($272,000-$545,000), making up 31% of sales.
- Properties under AED1 million ($272,000) comprised 27% of transactions.
- Transactions between AED2-3 million ($545,000-$817,000) represented 20% of sales.
- Properties in the AED3-5 million ($817,000-$1.4 million) range made up 14% of sales.
No matter your budget, Dubai’s market has something for you.
Conclusion
The figures once again highlight Dubai’s relevancy and continuity in the past few years. This confirms Dubai’s position as a safe destination for real estate investment
So, what do you think? The Dubai real estate market is not in slowdown mode and 2025 is going to be the most thrilling year!
