Dubai Real Estate Shatters Records in April 2025 with Dh62.4 Billion in Sales

Tuesday, 13 May 2025

Dubai’s real estate market continues its remarkable surge, hitting an all-time monthly high of Dh62.4 billion in April 2025—a staggering 95.3% increase compared to April 2024. This milestone is yet another sign of the emirate’s resilience and rising global investor confidence.

Key Highlights:

Record-Breaking Performance

April 2025 recorded 17,979 transactions — a 55.4% jump in volume over April 2024.
The previous record was Dh61.1 billion set in October 2024.
April now stands as the third-best month in Dubai’s history for transaction volume.

Primary Market Leads the Surge

First-time sales reached Dh34.2 billion — up 124% from April 2024.
Top contributors included:
- Palm Jebel Ali: 19% of primary market value
- The Oasis by Emaar: 13% of primary market value
Combined, these developments made up 32% of value despite representing less than 6% of total primary sales volume.

Secondary Market Sees Historic Growth

Secondary sales recorded Dh28 billion — a 67% increase in value YoY.
Volume climbed 66%, totaling over 7,700 resale transactions.

Segment Breakdown

Villas: 3,223 sales (up 134%) worth Dh23.7 billion
Apartments: 13,737 transactions (up 42.3%) worth Dh26.7 billion
Plot sales: 599 plots sold for Dh10.9 billion — a 126% rise in volume
Commercial properties: 419 transactions worth Dh1.1 billion — up 54%

High-End Sales and Price Trends

Most expensive villa: Dh180 million at Palm Jumeirah
Most expensive apartment: Dh156 million at Bulgari Lighthouse, Island 2
Properties over Dh5 million made up 11% of total sales
Average price per sq. ft increased to Dh1,583 (+2.3%)

Historical Growth Trajectory (April Sales Year-on-Year)

2020: Dh3.6 billion (1,700 transactions)
2021: Dh10.9 billion (4,800 transactions)
2022: Dh17.5 billion (6,900 transactions)
2023: Dh26.3 billion (8,000 transactions)
2024: Dh32 billion (11,600 transactions)
2025: Dh62.4 billion (17,979 transactions)

Dubai’s April 2025 real estate performance is a testament to its booming economy, visionary leadership, and investor-friendly ecosystem. With both primary and secondary markets thriving, the emirate remains a magnet for global capital and lifestyle buyers alike.