Palm Jebel Ali leads Dubai’s ultra-luxury property surge as Dh20m+ home sales accelerate
Thursday, 12 February 2026
Dubai’s ultra-luxury residential market reached new highs in 2025, with Palm Jebel Ali emerging as the top destination for Dh20 million-plus homes, reflecting strong global investor confidence and rising demand for waterfront living.
Key Highlights:
- A total of 2,489 ultra-luxury homes priced above Dh20 million were sold in 2025, highlighting sustained demand from ultra-high-net-worth individuals.
- Palm Jebel Ali accounted for 21% of all ultra-luxury transactions, overtaking Palm Jumeirah as the most active prime location.
- The district recorded 517 high-value transactions, generating Dh12.4 billion in sales, the highest among Dubai’s prime areas.
- Off-plan properties dominated the segment, representing 64% of transactions, signalling strong confidence in future-ready luxury developments.
- Buyers are increasingly drawn to larger waterfront villas offering privacy, modern infrastructure, and long-term value potential.
- Dubai ranked first globally for $10 million-plus home sales in 2025, outperforming major international cities.
- Prime residential values have more than doubled since 2020, supported by population growth, residency reforms, and economic expansion.
- Total real estate transactions in Dubai surpassed Dh760 billion in 2025, reinforcing the emirate’s position as a global real estate hub.
- Palm Jebel Ali’s scale, master planning, and limited comparable beachfront supply are driving its rise as a preferred ultra-prime address.
- Market momentum is expected to continue through 2026, supported by international demand and selective new ultra-luxury launches.
