Dubai Property Prices More Than Double in Five Years as Market Maintains Strong Momentum

Dubai’s real estate market continues its impressive long-term growth, with property prices more than doubling per square foot in five years. Supported by record-breaking transactions and a powerful new-launch pipeline, the emirate is progressing toward a more balanced and sustainable growth phase.

Key Highlights:

Long-Term Price Growth Remains Strong

• Average property price per sq ft reached AED 1,683 in October 2025.
• Prices have more than doubled in five years, reflecting sustained investor confidence.
• Market maintained steady momentum with 0.13% monthly price growth in October.
• Analysts confirm the market is moving toward a sustainable, healthy growth trajectory.

Exceptional Development Pipeline

• October 2025 recorded 65 new project launches, adding 14,000+ residential units worth AED 33.5 billion.
• 532 projects launched year-to-date, delivering 131,504 units—surpassing normal annual activity.
• 228 developers have launched projects in 2025, up from 163 in 2024—showing expanding supply-side strength.
• Apartments made up 99% of October’s new supply.
• Major upcoming villa and townhouse clusters planned by Emaar, Damac, and Wasl, signaling future diversification.

Record-Breaking Transaction Activity

• 178,000+ transactions recorded year-to-date, up 17.4% from 2024.
• Monthly activity averaged 17,300+ deals, consistently high throughout the year.
• 2025 is on track to exceed 212,000 total transactions, marking a new all-time annual record.
• This would extend Dubai’s third consecutive year of record sales performance.

Market Outlook Remains Positive

• Analysts highlight signs of healthy normalization and balanced price progression.
• Transactional strength and launch activity signal continued investor interest.
• Dubai’s long-term upward trend remains strong and well-supported by market fundamentals.