Dubai real estate market sees record February with $13.9bn in sales, up 40%

The February 2025 figures represent a 449% increase in value compared to five years ago

The market update showed 16,099 transactions last month, representing a 35.5 per cent rise in volume compared with February 2024

Dubai Real Estate Booms with AED 51.1 Billion in Sales for February 2025

Dubai’s property market soared to new heights in February 2025, recording AED 51.1 billion in sales—a 39.91% year-on-year increase, according to data from fäm Properties.

With 16,099 transactions, the market saw a 35.5% rise in volume compared to February 2024, solidifying it as one of Dubai’s strongest months on record for real estate.

Sector Breakdown: Villas Lead the Growth

• Villa sales surged to AED 18.8 billion across 3,679 transactions, reflecting a remarkable 99.7% increase from February 2024.
• Plot sales totaled AED 9.6 billion from 608 transactions, marking a 74.7% jump year-on-year.
• Apartments generated AED 21.4 billion through 11,364 transactions, up 21.3% in volume.
• Commercial property sales reached AED 1.2 billion from 447 transactions, a 40.1% increase in volume.

Meanwhile, the average price per square foot rose 3.4% to AED 1,551, underscoring sustained demand and price appreciation across the market.

Dubai’s Real Estate Market: A Global Investment Hub

“The data once again highlights the resilience and sustained growth of Dubai’s real estate sector, reinforcing its position as a secure and attractive investment hub for both local and international investors,” said Firas Al Msaddi, CEO of fäm Properties.

Dubai’s property market has witnessed an extraordinary 449% increase in value over the past five years, reflecting consistent growth and investor confidence:

• 2020: AED 9.3 billion (4,100 transactions)
• 2021: AED 7.3 billion (3,700 transactions)
• 2022: AED 15.4 billion (6,200 transactions)
• 2023: AED 27.1 billion (9,400 transactions)
• 2024: AED 36.5 billion (11,900 transactions)
• 2025: AED 51.1 billion (16,099 transactions)

As demand outpaces supply, Dubai’s real estate boom continues, positioning the city as a global powerhouse for property investment in 2025 and beyond.

Dubai’s Luxury Property Market Sees Record Sales in February

February saw record-breaking transactions in Dubai’s real estate market, with the highest-value deal being a luxury villa in Hadaeq Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid, selling for AED 140 million. Meanwhile, the most expensive apartment sale took place at The Rings – 1 in Jumeirah Second, fetching AED 116 million.

Market Breakdown: Off-Plan Sales Dominate

First-time sales from developers led the market, accounting for 66% of total transactions and 62% of overall market value, while resales made up 34% of sales and 38% of total value.

In terms of price segments:

• Properties priced between AED 1-2 million represented 31% of total transactions.
• 25% of sales were below AED 1 million.
• 19% were in the AED 2-3 million range.
• 15% fell between AED 3-5 million.
• 9% exceeded AED 5 million.

Among Dubai’s top-selling areas, Wadi Al Safa 5 led with 1,297 units sold, followed closely by Jumeirah Village Circle (1,246), Dubai Marina (915), Business Bay (878), and Dubai South (819).

Top-Selling Off-Plan and Ready Properties

Off-Plan Apartments:

• Franck Muller Vanguard led with 250 units worth AED 436.9 million.
• Golf Dale followed with 162 units (AED 297.4 million).
• Saria recorded 139 units (AED 395.2 million).
• Golf Acres saw 134 units (AED 243.9 million).
• Skyscape completed 131 units (AED 321.2 million).

Off-Plan Villas:

• La Tilia At Villanova Phase 2 was the frontrunner, with 205 units sold for AED 678.7 million.
• La Tilia At Villanova Phase 1 followed with 195 units (AED 647.2 million).
• Reportage Village 1 recorded 175 units (AED 226 million).
• The Valley – Kaia saw 106 units (AED 318.1 million).
• Nad Al Sheba Gardens Phase 7 completed 90 units (AED 455.1 million).

Ready Apartments:

• Lakeside led sales with 51 units (AED 19.7 million).
• P23 followed with 45 units (AED 14.9 million).
• Falcon Tower saw 40 units (AED 111.4 million).
• KhK 24 recorded 35 units (AED 17.8 million).
• Sky Courts completed 33 units (AED 20.7 million).

Ready Villas:

• Nad Al Sheba Gardens Phase 7 topped the chart with 63 units sold for AED 889.5 million.
• Reem – Mira Oasis Community saw 16 units (AED 46.1 million).
• Reem – Mira Oasis Community 3 recorded 11 units (AED 35.7 million).
• Greenview 2 completed 10 units (AED 27.6 million).
• Reem – Mira Oasis Community 2 followed with 9 units (AED 26 million).

Dubai’s luxury property market continues to thrive, driven by strong demand, limited supply, and a preference for premium properties across key locations.