Dubai wellness-led districts fuel high-value real estate demand in 2025

Thursday, 15 January 2026

Dubai’s real estate market is increasingly driven by wellness, green living and community-focused planning, with districts like Meydan, MBR City and Dubai Hills emerging as top choices for high-value residential investments in 2025.

Key Highlights:

  • Dubai attracts 94,700 investors in H1 2025, marking a 26% year-on-year increase
  • Over 91,000 residential transactions recorded, valued at AED262.1bn
  • Wellness-led, low-density communities dominate high-value sales above AED10m
  • Meydan (Nad Al Sheba) sees rising apartment prices and strong off-plan demand
  • MBR City gains momentum for family-oriented, green and pedestrian-friendly living
  • Dubai Hills Estate records strong rental occupancy, driven by integrated lifestyle amenities
  • Palm Jumeirah leads ultra-luxury home sales with waterfront wellness appeal
  • Emirates Hills continues to command premium villa prices within a green, private setting
  • Demand increasingly focused on walkability, open spaces and lifestyle integration
  • Wellness and sustainability shape Dubai’s next phase of real estate growth