Dubai Real Estate Soars in H1 2025 with Dh431 Billion in Transactions, Driven by Residents, Women, and Global Investors

Dubai’s real estate market has once again proven its resilience and global appeal, closing the first half of 2025 with a staggering Dh431 billion in transactions  a 25% increase from the same period last year, according to new data from the Dubai Land Department (DLD).

This impressive milestone not only highlights the emirate’s continued momentum as a top global property investment hub but also reflects a diversified investor base fueling this growth.

Record-Breaking Transaction Volume

Between January and June 2025, a total of 125,538 real estate transactions were recorded, marking a 26% jump from H1 2024. When factoring in all real estate procedures — including sales, leases, and formalities — the number crossed 1.3 million, signaling robust activity and strong market confidence.

Investment Surge Fueled by Residents and First-Time Buyers

Total real estate investments reached Dh326 billion, a 39% increase year-on-year. Notably, over 95,000 investors completed 118,000+ transactions, with 59,075 new investors entering the market and contributing Dh157 billion — a 40% rise compared to last year.

A key driver behind this surge: resident investors, who made up 45% of new entrants. This trend reflects successful initiatives to convert long-term tenants into property owners, bolstering market stability and encouraging sustained economic growth.

Women Investors Making Waves

Women are playing an increasingly prominent role in Dubai’s property market. During H1 2025, 30,487 female investors completed nearly 35,000 transactions totaling Dh73.2 billion. This reflects both rising financial independence and a growing awareness of real estate as a long-term wealth-building tool among women in the region.

Global Capital Continues to Flow Into Dubai

Dubai remains a magnet for international investment:

• Foreign investors led the charge with Dh228.35 billion worth of investments.

• Arab nationals contributed Dh28.4 billion.

• GCC nationals followed with Dh22.56 billion.

  
  

These figures affirm Dubai’s reputation as a secure, high-yield destination for cross-border real estate investments.