The Dubai property market maintained its strong trajectory in the third quarter of 2025, with both residential and office sectors showing consistent growth. This expansion was driven by population increases, robust economic activity, and strengthening investor sentiment, as outlined in Savills’ latest Dubai Market in Minutes report.
The residential segment continued to perform exceptionally, supported by steady inflows of new residents, rising homeownership among expatriates, and a growing number of high-net-worth individuals relocating to the emirate.
Property transactions surpassed 50,000 for the second quarter in a row, remaining well above historical levels.
Apartments continued to lead the market, representing 86 per cent of total transactions—up from 75 per cent in the first quarter—while off-plan deals made up 69 per cent of all sales, reflecting strong confidence in upcoming developments.
Andrew Cummings, Head of Residential Agency for the Middle East at Savills, noted that Dubai’s property market appeals to both end-users seeking long-term value and investors attracted to its regulatory stability and international reputation. He added that the rising trend in homeownership signals Dubai’s evolution into a mature, family-oriented market.
Average prices per square foot climbed to new records for both villas and apartments, fuelled by premium launches across major master communities.
Within the prime residential category, about 1,500 transactions exceeded AED10 million ($2.72 million), with villas accounting for roughly 73 per cent of those deals.
The third quarter also added around 8,500 new homes to the market, bringing total completions in 2025 close to 30,000—on par with the previous year’s output.
Looking ahead, over 250,000 new units are projected for delivery by 2028, underscoring the sector’s solid development pipeline and long-term growth potential.
