Dubai Real Estate Transactions as Reported on the 20th of February 2025

Dubai’s real estate market recorded a total transaction value of AED 1.87 billion on February 20, 2024, reflecting the strong demand for both off-plan and ready properties. The off-plan segment contributed 62.6% of the total transactions, reaching AED 1.17 billion, while ready properties accounted for 37.4%, totaling AED 699.6 million.

Off-Plan Transactions: Dominance of Flats

The off-plan sector continues to be the dominant force in Dubai’s real estate market, with flats contributing 74.2% of the segment’s total value at AED 868.77 million. Villas followed with 22.6% (AED 264.3 million), while commercial properties and hotel apartments made up 2.5% (AED 29.3 million) and 0.6% (AED 7.58 million), respectively.

Breakdown of Off-Plan Transactions

• Flats: AED 868.77 million (74.2%)
• Villas: AED 264.3 million (22.6%)
• Commercial: AED 29.3 million (2.5%)
• Hotel Apartments & Rooms: AED 7.58 million (0.6%)

Ready Property Transactions: Strong Demand for Flats

In the ready property sector, flats led the way, accounting for 82.9% of the segment’s total with AED 579.6 million in transactions. Villas represented 11.6% (AED 80.85 million), while hotel apartments and commercial properties made up 2.3% (AED 16.3 million) and 3.3% (AED 22.8 million), respectively.

Breakdown of Ready Transactions

• Flats: AED 579.6 million (82.9%)
• Villas: AED 80.85 million (11.6%)
• Commercial: AED 22.8 million (3.3%)
• Hotel Apartments & Rooms: AED 16.3 million (2.3%)

Market Insights & Trends

• The off-plan market continues to outperform ready properties, attracting a higher share of investments, driven by competitive payment plans, developer incentives, and investor confidence in Dubai’s long-term growth.
• Flats dominated both segments, reflecting strong demand for residential units, particularly in prime and emerging locations.
• Villas maintained a significant presence, though their share was notably higher in off-plan transactions, indicating continued interest in larger living spaces with flexible payment options.
• Commercial transactions remained steady across both sectors, while hotel apartments showed relatively lower demand, likely due to seasonal market dynamics.

Conclusion

The February 20, 2024 real estate transactions highlight Dubai’s sustained market strength, with off-plan properties leading the way. The continued dominance of flats and villas suggests robust demand for both investment and end-use properties, reaffirming Dubai’s position as a global real estate hub. With ongoing infrastructure developments and investor-friendly regulations, the market is poised for further expansion in the coming months.

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