- April 16, 2026
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The total real estate transaction volume recorded on December 4th, 2024, in Dubai amounted to AED 715.4 million. This relatively low transaction amount can be attributed to the national day holidays in the UAE, which typically lead to a temporary slowdown in market activity. The market activity is expected to be at its normal pace next week. Below, we break down the specifics of these transactions, providing a detailed insight into the distribution and share of various property categories.
Off-Plan Properties
Off-plan property sales accounted for AED 127.2 million, which represents approximately 17.8% of the total transactions for the day. Within this category:
- Flats contributed AED 113.5 million, making up 89.3% of the off-plan property transactions.
- Villas contributed AED 13.7 million, accounting for 10.7% of the off-plan total.
The dominance of flats in the off-plan segment highlights the current market preference for high-rise developments and the attractiveness of investment opportunities available in new residential projects.
Ready Properties
Ready property sales were the driving force behind the total transactions, amounting to AED 588.2 million, which constitutes 82.2% of the overall market activity for the day. Breaking down the ready property segment:
- Flats led the way with AED 455.3 million, representing 77.4% of the ready property sales.
- Villas contributed AED 84.7 million, making up 14.4% of the ready segment.
- Hotel Apartments & Rooms brought in AED 24.6 million, accounting for 4.2% of ready property sales.
- Commercial Properties added AED 23.6 million, representing 4.0% of the ready transactions.
The predominance of ready flats, making up over three-quarters of the ready property transactions, emphasizes the continued high demand for completed residential units in Dubai. The significant share of villa sales, as well as hotel apartments and commercial units, indicates a balanced interest across various property types, catering to a diverse buyer demographic.
Summary
Overall, the ready properties dominated the day’s market activity, contributing over four times the value compared to off-plan transactions. The high proportion of ready flats shows Dubai’s strong appeal to those seeking immediate occupancy or rental opportunities, while the continued interest in off-plan properties highlights investor confidence in the city’s growth trajectory.
This mixed landscape of real estate transactions illustrates Dubai’s unique ability to cater to both investors looking for future value growth and end-users seeking to secure their ideal homes today.
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