Dubai’s residential property market showed resilience in Q1 2025, recording 42,274 transactions—a 23% year-on-year increase—despite a 10% dip from the previous quarter, according to Espace Real Estate.

Off-plan sales made up 59% of deals, highlighting a shift toward long-term investment over speculation. The luxury market surged, with villas and townhouses in 19 out of 20 communities seeing price hikes. Emirates Hills led with a 101% price jump, followed by Jumeirah Islands at 52%.

Analysts credit steady demand and buyer confidence to support the market’s continued strength.