Dubai completed 24 real estate projects valued at Dh4.5 billion in the first half of 2025, according to data from the Dubai Land Department (DLD). A total of 726 projects remain under development across the emirate.
The number of new residential units entering the market reached 90,337 during the six-month period, with 75,347 units sold for a combined value of Dh151 billion. The sales included 7,167 villas worth Dh28 billion, reflecting continued demand for standalone homes and planned residential communities.
The volume of lease contracts rose slightly to 465,738 in H1 2025 from 462,657 in the same period last year. Of this total, 232,928 were new contracts, up 7% year-on-year. The total value of lease agreements reached Dh42 billion, marking a 5% increase.
Dubai’s property market has maintained a consistent upward trend, with transaction volume and project delivery both expanding. The sector has seen heightened investor participation across mid- and high-end segments, as buyers seek ownership options amid rising rents and longer-term residency incentives.
The emirate’s real estate regulator has continued rolling out digitisation initiatives and regulatory frameworks aimed at improving transparency, shortening approval timelines, and broadening ownership access to foreign and regional investors.
Dubai’s Real Estate Strategy 2033 targets increased housing supply, investor diversification, and greater integration of smart technologies to manage real estate services. The plan aligns with broader economic development goals under the Dubai Economic Agenda D33.
According to Knight Frank’s latest Prime Global Cities Index, Dubai continues to lead global cities in annual prime property price growth. The emirate has also attracted a steady inflow of high-net-worth individuals, contributing to sustained demand for luxury housing and longer-term investment activity.
