Dubai Real Estate Transactions as Reported on the 6th of February 2025

Dubai’s real estate market recorded an impressive AED 2.21 billion in transactions on February 6, 2024, reflecting sustained investor confidence across both off-plan and ready properties. The market continued to see strong activity, with off-plan properties dominating the transactions, highlighting a preference for future-ready developments.

Off-Plan vs. Ready Property Transactions

The total transaction volume was distributed as follows:

• Off-Plan Properties: AED 1.56 billion, contributing 70.4% to the total transactions.
• Ready Properties: AED 653.65 million, accounting for 29.6% of the total market activity.
• The dominance of off-plan transactions suggests a continued investor interest in new developments, fueled by attractive payment plans, competitive pricing, and Dubai’s evolving urban landscape.
  

  Breakdown by Property Type

  Off-Plan Market (Total: AED 1.56 billion)

  • Flats: AED 1.04 billion (66.6% of off-plan transactions)
    • Residential flats emerged as the largest segment in off-plan sales, indicating strong demand for modern apartments in upcoming developments.
  • Villas: AED 420.95 million (27.1% of off-plan transactions)
    • Villas remain a key component, appealing to high-net-worth buyers and families seeking spacious living in new communities.
  • Hotel Apartments & Rooms: AED 18.7 million (1.2% of off-plan transactions)
    • A niche but growing segment, with investors seeing potential in Dubai’s hospitality market.
  • Commercial Units: AED 79.91 million (5.1% of off-plan transactions)
    • A steady demand for commercial spaces suggests business expansion and interest in strategic locations.

  Ready Market (Total: AED 653.65 million)

  • Flats: AED 500.46 million (76.6% of ready transactions)
    • The ready flats market continues to attract buyers seeking immediate occupancy or rental income.
  • Villas: AED 112.66 million (17.2% of ready transactions)
    • Luxury and mid-tier villa communities remain attractive for end-users and investors.
  • Hotel Apartments & Rooms: AED 16.09 million (2.5% of ready transactions)
    • Reflecting continued interest in Dubai’s hospitality sector.
  • Commercial Units: AED 24.45 million (3.7% of ready transactions)
    • Business-ready spaces continue to be an essential part of the market.

  Market Trends & Insights

  • Investor Confidence in Off-Plan Market: With 70.4% of transactions coming from off-plan properties, investors remain bullish on Dubai’s long-term growth, driven by competitive prices and flexible payment structures.
  • Flats as the Preferred Asset: Both in off-plan (66.6%) and ready (76.6%) markets, flats remained the top-performing asset class, suggesting a high demand for apartments in prime locations.
  • Continued Growth in Villas: Villas accounted for a 27.1% share in off-plan and 17.2% in ready transactions, indicating sustained demand for larger living spaces post-pandemic.
  • Commercial Sector Steady: While not the leading category, commercial property transactions remain stable, supporting Dubai’s growing business ecosystem.

  Conclusion

  Dubai’s real estate market continues its strong performance, with off-plan developments leading the charge. The robust demand for flats and villas, coupled with steady commercial interest, reinforces Dubai’s position as a premier investment destination. As the market evolves, investors focusing on well-located, high-demand properties stand to benefit from continued appreciation and rental yields.

  
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