Dubai’s property market continues its upward trajectory, recording 16,099 transactions in February 2025, a 35% rise from February 2024, according to Property Finder. The total transaction value soared 55% to AED51.1 billion ($13.9 billion).

Boom in Apartment and Villa Demand

• Apartments: 34% of buyers searched for one-bedroom units, 37% for two-bedroom apartments, and 13% for studios.

• Villas/Townhouses: 39% sought three-bedroom homes, while 47% preferred four-bedroom or larger properties.

• Top Areas for Ownership: Dubai Marina, Jumeirah Village Circle, Downtown Dubai, Business Bay, and Palm Jumeirah.

• Best Locations for Villas/Townhouses: Dubai Hills Estate, Dubai Land, Al Furjan, Palm Jumeirah, and Damac Hills 2.

Ready and Off-Plan Markets Thrive

The ready market saw a 27% increase in transactions (6,997 deals) and a 53% jump in value. Notable performers included:

• Burj Khalifa: AED3.1 billion ($844.2 million) across 334 deals.

• Al Yelayiss 1: AED2.4 billion ($653.5 million), a massive leap from AED96 million ($26.1 million).

Meanwhile, the off-plan market surged 57% in value, reaching AED20.5 billion ($5.6 billion).

• Wadi Al Safa 5: AED2.2 billion ($600 million) across 1,073 transactions.

• Al Yufrah 1: AED1.4 billion ($381.3 million), up from AED184 million ($50.1 million).

Dubai's Global Appeal

Cherif Sleiman, Chief Revenue Officer at Property Finder, highlighted Dubai’s resilience, stating that the city remains a magnet for international investors, top talent, and entrepreneurs.

Rental Market Trends

• 64% of apartment renters preferred furnished units, while 58% of villa/townhouse tenants opted for unfurnished homes.

• Furnished villa demand rose to 47% from 36% a year ago, and furnished apartment searches climbed to 59% from 45%.

• Most Searched Rental Areas:

1. Apartments: Jumeirah Village Circle, Dubai Marina, Downtown Dubai, Business Bay, Deira.

2. Villas/Townhouses: Jumeirah, Dubai Hills Estate, Damac Hills 2, Dubai Land, Al Furjan.

With strong investor confidence and rising property values, Dubai’s real estate market continues to cement its status as a prime global investment hub.