Dubai Islands Achieves $1.66 Billion in H1 2025 Sales, Strengthening Its Position as Dubai’s Next Global Waterfront Hub
Wednesday, 15 October 2025
Dubai Islands recorded AED6.1 billion ($1.66 billion) in property sales during the first half of 2025, establishing itself as one of Dubai’s most dynamic waterfront communities. Backed by Nakheel and aligned with the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, the destination is rapidly evolving into a world-class residential, hospitality, and leisure hub.
Key Highlights:
- Record sales performance: Dubai Islands achieved AED6.1bn ($1.66bn) in property sales in H1 2025, reinforcing investor confidence and market demand.
- Strong transaction activity: The community recorded 1,936 transactions, ranking among Dubai’s most active coastal developments.
- Apartment dominance:
- 1,895 apartment sales worth AED5.63bn ($1.53bn)
- Average price: AED2.9m ($790,000)
- Villas and luxury homes:
- 28 villas sold averaging AED15m ($4.08m) each
- Six-bedroom villas averaged AED44.4m ($12.09m)
- Attractive pricing: Average price reached AED2,340 ($637) per sq ft, offering strong value compared to Palm Jumeirah’s AED3,000+ ($817+) per sq ft.
- High growth potential: Premium coastal areas, including Dubai Islands, recorded 12–15% annual price growth, outperforming wider market averages.
- Investor appeal: Dubai Islands attracts both end-users and global investors seeking yield stability, capital appreciation, and resort-style living.
- Strategic Nakheel vision:
- Spanning 17 sq km with 20 km of beachfront across five interconnected islands
- Blends luxury homes, hotels, retail, leisure, and cultural hubs
- Backed by Nakheel and aligned with Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan
- Operational landmarks:
- Rixos Dubai Islands Hotel & Residences
- Hotel Riu Dubai
- Centara Mirage Beach Resort Dubai
- Infrastructure & connectivity: Planned RTA bridge upgrades will enhance accessibility to Deira, Old Dubai, and DXB Airport.
- Future growth: Over 10,700 residential units under construction, with upcoming projects set to elevate lifestyle offerings and investor opportunities.
