Dubai’s real estate market has achieved a historic milestone, recording its best-ever quarterly sales in Q2 2025. According to new data from Property Finder, total property sales surged to AED 184.3 billion ($50.2 billion), marking a 49% increase in value and a 22% rise in volume year-on-year.
Existing Properties Lead with Historic Gains
Dubai’s existing property segment posted a standout performance with 22,975 transactions, representing a 33% year-on-year increase. The total value reached AED 115.5 billion ($31.5 billion), up 62% compared to Q2 2024. This segment now comprises 43% of total market activity.
These figures surpassed all previous records, with volume rising 15% and value growing 32% over the former all-time high. The performance reflects a growing trend of residents shifting from renting to ownership, driven by rising rental costs and long-term investment outlooks.
Cherif Sleiman, Chief Revenue Officer at Property Finder, commented:
“What continues to set the UAE apart is proactive governance, including agile policy making, updated licensing protocols, and tighter regulation around agent conduct and property advertising. All of these contribute to greater transparency, investor confidence and a robust sectoral performance.”
Off-Plan Market Surpasses Expectations
The off-plan segment also reached new heights, totaling AED 68.8 billion ($18.8 billion) in value—up 31% year-on-year. Transaction volumes climbed to 30,277, reflecting 16% growth. Off-plan sales accounted for 57% of all Q2 transactions, underscoring strong investor confidence in Dubai’s development pipeline and regulatory stability.
Sleiman added:
“The diversity of options in today’s property market—especially across apartments, villas, and townhouses—reflects a healthy ecosystem. Segments like villas and townhouses, which historically faced supply constraints, are showing notable balance between demand and inventory. This signals market maturity rather than oversupply.”
First-Time Buyer Support Fuels Growth
The launch of Dubai’s First-Time Home Buyer Program has also contributed to market momentum. Sleiman praised the initiative, stating:
“We’re especially energised by the launch of the First-Time Home Buyer Program, which aligns with Property Finder’s mission to ‘change living for good’. It empowers residents to transition from renting to homeownership.”
Conclusion
With both off-plan and existing segments breaking records, Q2 2025 confirms Dubai’s status as one of the world’s most dynamic real estate markets. Supported by investor trust, policy reforms, and rising demand for ownership, the city’s property landscape continues to mature, driving sustained economic growth.
