59,000 new investors, including residents, drive 25% jump in real estate transaction value
Last updated: July 21, 2025
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Dubai: Dubai’s real estate market recorded transactions worth over Dh431 billion in the first half of 2025, marking a 25% increase compared to the same period last year, according to new data from the Dubai Land Department (DLD). This milestone reflects the emirate’s continued momentum as a global property investment hub.
A total of 125,538 real estate transactions were registered between January and June 2025 — up 26% from 99,947 deals in H1 2024. Overall, real estate procedures (including sales, leases and other formalities) crossed 1.3 million, indicating a strong and growing investor base.
Investment surge led by residents, first-time buyers
The value of real estate investments hit Dh326 billion, up 39% year-on-year, as nearly 95,000 investors completed over 118,000 transactions in the first six months of the year.
Of these, 59,075 were new investors, injecting Dh157 billion into the market — a 40% rise in value. Notably, residents made up 45% of new investors, highlighting ongoing success in turning tenants into homeowners and boosting long-term market stability.
Women investors pour over Dh73 billion into market
Female participation saw significant growth, with 30,487 women conducting nearly 35,000 transactions worth Dh73.2 billion, reinforcing the increasing role of women in shaping Dubai’s property landscape.
By nationality, foreign investors led with Dh228.35 billion, followed by Arabs (Dh28.4 billion) and GCC nationals (Dh22.56 billion), underlining Dubai’s appeal as a cross-border investment destination.
Top performing areas by volume, value
In terms of transaction volume, the top areas in H1 2025 were:
- Al Barsha South Fourth (10,469 transactions)
- Al Yalayis 1 (7,595)
- Wadi Al Safa 5 (7,178)
Other high-volume districts included Business Bay, Dubai Marina, and Airport City.
When it came to value of transactions, the leaders were:
- Dubai Marina – Dh25.1 billion
- Business Bay – Dh22.5 billion
- Burj Khalifa – Dh17.1 billion
- Palm Jumeirah – Dh16.96 billion
- Al Yalayis 1, Meaisem Second, and Wadi Al Safa 5 also each recorded over Dh15 billion in deals
