The total real estate transactions in Dubai on January 2, 2025, reached an impressive AED 854,443,249, showcasing the city’s thriving property market. The transactions were divided into two major categories: Off-Plan and Ready properties, each making significant contributions to the overall figures.


Off-Plan Transactions
Total Off-Plan transactions amounted to AED 195,042,408, contributing 22.8% to the total transactions. Within the Off-Plan category:
- Flats accounted for AED 152,964,615, making up 78.4% of the Off-Plan total.
- Villas contributed AED 30,115,602, representing 15.4% of Off-Plan transactions.
- Hotel Apartments & Rooms recorded AED 8,000,000, comprising 4.1%.
- Commercial properties added AED 3,962,192, representing a modest 2.0%.
Ready Transactions
The Ready property segment dominated with AED 659,400,841, accounting for 77.2% of the total. Key contributions within this category included:
- Flats were the highest contributor, recording AED 465,084,003, which is 70.5% of the Ready transactions.
- Villas followed with AED 116,270,590, contributing 17.6%.
- Hotel Apartments & Rooms amounted to AED 24,085,626, representing 3.7%.
- Commercial properties achieved AED 53,960,622, comprising 8.2% of Ready transactions.
Key Insights
- Dominance of Ready Properties
Ready properties accounted for over three-quarters (77.2%) of the total transactions, reflecting a preference for immediate occupancy and established assets among buyers. - Strong Performance of Flats
Flats dominated both categories, contributing 70.5% of Ready transactions and 78.4% of Off-Plan transactions, emphasizing their widespread appeal in Dubai’s real estate market. - Balanced Contributions from Villas
Villas demonstrated steady performance, contributing 15.4% in the Off-Plan segment and 17.6% in the Ready segment, appealing to families and luxury buyers alike. - Emerging Role of Hotel Apartments and Commercial Properties
Though smaller in volume, Hotel Apartments & Rooms and Commercial properties showed consistent activity, particularly in the Ready category, signaling investor interest in diversified assets.
Conclusion
Dubai’s real estate market continues to thrive, with substantial contributions from both Off-Plan and Ready properties. The robust performance of flats and villas highlights the sustained demand for residential properties, while emerging trends in commercial and hospitality properties indicate diversified investment opportunities. With these trends, Dubai remains a global real estate hub.
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