Dubai real estate market hits AED 50.7 billion in August 2025, powered by rising off-plan transactions and steady secondary sales.
DUBAI: Dubai’s real estate market continued its robust upward trend in August 2025, clocking a total of 18,564 transactions worth AED 50.7 billion — a year-on-year increase of 15% in volume and 7% in value, according to new data released by Property Finder.
The surge was largely powered by a spike in off-plan demand, with primary market transactions reaching 12,106 deals, a 20% jump compared to the same period last year. Off-plan sales comprised over 90% of this segment, with Business Bay recording the most dramatic rise: a 377% increase in volume and a 290% jump in value. Dubai Investment Park followed closely, contributing 9% to both transaction value and volume.
Meanwhile, the secondary market also showed resilience, with AED 22.6 billion worth of sales across 6,458 deals — marking a 15% increase in value and a 7% rise in volume year-on-year. Communities like Wadi Al Safa 4 saw a spectacular leap, reaching AED 786 million in sales compared to just AED 26 million in August 2024. Similarly, Al Barsha South Fourth registered a 154% increase in value and 142% growth in transaction numbers.
Consumer behaviour continues to tilt towards apartment living, which represented 80% of rental searches and 59% of buyer demand. Studios and one-bedroom units are becoming increasingly popular among both renters and new homeowners seeking affordable long-term housing solutions amidst rising rents. Notably, one-bedroom flats accounted for 40% of rental interest and 36% of buyer searches.
Commenting on the findings, Cherif Sleiman, Chief Revenue Officer at Property Finder, said the August figures illustrate Dubai’s market strength, driven by off-plan momentum and strong secondary market support. He highlighted how specific neighbourhoods outperformed the broader trend, reinforcing investor confidence in emerging communities. This market performance coincides with a 33% profit surge from Emaar in H1 2025 and accelerated construction efforts by developers, reflecting strong demand and delivery priorities.
