Dubai's real estate market continues its robust upward trajectory, solidifying its status as a premier global investment hub. Despite a marginal seasonal adjustment, the market demonstrated exceptional strength, achieving a record AED 59.4 billion in total transaction value for October. This performance, driven by sustained demand across key segments, underscores the city's enduring appeal and resilient growth fundamentals.

October 2025 Market at a Glance

• Total Transactions: 19,875
• Total Value: AED 59.4 Billion
• Average Price Per Sq. Ft: AED 1,692 (a 6.7% increase from October 2024)

While transaction volume and value saw a slight decrease of approximately 2.8% compared to the same period last year, this is indicative of a market normalizing from an unprecedented peak rather than a downturn, with underlying metrics like price-per-square-foot showing strong, healthy growth.

Property Sales: A Segment-by-Segment Analysis

The market performance in October 2025 revealed distinct trends across different property types. The apartment segment demonstrated its dominance, leading the market with 16,238 transactions valued at AED 31.0 billion. This represented a notable increase in both volume and value compared to the previous year, underscoring sustained high demand.

In contrast, the villa segment saw a recalibration, with 2,549 sales generating a total value of AED 15.5 billion. While this indicates a shift from the previous year's peak, the segment continues to hold significant value. Meanwhile, the commercial property market emerged as a standout performer, experiencing a dramatic surge with 689 transactions amounting to AED 1.9 billion, more than doubling its transaction value and signaling robust business and investment confidence. Finally, the market for land plots remained stable and active, with 399 plots sold for a total of AED 11.0 billion, reflecting continued developer appetite for new projects.

Key Takeaways:

• The apartment segment led in both volume and value growth.
• Commercial properties experienced a significant surge, more than doubling in transaction value, highlighting growing business confidence.
• Demand for land (plots) remained steady, indicating continued development pipeline strength.

Market Hotspots: Top Performing Areas

• By Transaction Value (AED)
• Al Yelayiss 1: AED 3.7 Billion
• Nad Al Sheba First: AED 3.4 Billion
• Business Bay: AED 3.2 Billion
• Dubai Investment Park Second: AED 2.6 Billion
• Jumeirah Village Circle: AED 2.5 Billion
• By Transaction Volume (Number of Deals)
• Jumeirah Village Circle: 1,685
• Business Bay: 1,177
• Wadi Al Safa 5: 1,110
• Jumeirah Village Triangle: 964
• Dubai Investment Park Second: 921

Signature Transactions & Best Sellers

Record-Breaking Luxury Sales

• Most Expensive Apartment: A unit at Bulgari Lighthouse Dubai (Island 2) sold for a remarkable AED 155 million.
• Most Expensive Villa: A villa in Jumeirah Second commanded a record AED 220 million.

High-Demand Projects

Top-Selling Apartments: Damac Riverside (All Buildings) led with 656 transactions worth AED 849.5 million (Median Price: AED 1.2M).

Top-Selling Villas: Damac Island, Seychelles 2, was the most active villa project, with 92 sales totaling AED 287.3 million (Median Price: AED 2.8M).

Financing & Rental Markets

Mortgage Activity Gains Momentum

The mortgage market expanded significantly, with 4,880 property deals financed—a 12.9% annual increase. The total mortgage value reached AED 16.6 billion, growing 2.3% year-over-year, signaling strong buyer confidence and accessible financing.

Rental Market Remains Robust

• Apartment rents rose to AED 87,000, a 7.4% annual increase.
• Villa rents reached AED 185,000, reflecting a 5.7% growth.
• Commercial rents experienced a notable correction, falling to AED 20,000.

Sustained Growth on the Horizon

Dubai's real estate market is poised for unparalleled growth in the coming months and years. Key drivers include the launch of new mega-projects, a steadily increasing expatriate population, and sustained demand from high-net-worth individuals for both luxury and affordable properties. The city's pro-investor policies, world-class infrastructure, and high-yield potential continue to attract capital from across the globe, ensuring a vibrant and dynamic market landscape for the foreseeable future.