Dubai Real Estate Market Experiences AED 51.1 Billion In August Sales Growth

In August, the Dubai real estate market experienced a notable surge in activity, with transactions totaling AED51.1 billion, marking a 7.9% increase compared to the same month in the previous year. This growth was accompanied by a 15.4% year-on-year rise in the number of transactions, reaching 18,678.

An analysis by fäm Properties highlighted significant growth in various segments of the market. Notably, apartment sales saw a substantial rise, reaching AED30.2 billion, a 29.2% increase in volume with 15,900 units sold compared to the previous year. This indicates a strong and growing interest in apartment living within the city.

Commercial real estate also showed positive momentum, with sales in August amounting to AED1.2 billion, up 20.4% in volume year-on-year to 442 transactions. Additionally, the sale of plots experienced a 7.4% increase in volume, with 392 transactions totaling AED8.9 billion.

However, the villa market witnessed a downturn, with sales dropping 38.1% in volume to 1,944, despite the average property price per square foot increasing by 15.2% to AED1,720. This indicates a shift in consumer preferences or market dynamics affecting villa sales.

"The overall figures for August once again reflect the consistent strength and resilience of Dubai's real estate market, even through the summer months," said Firas Al Msaddi, CEO of fäm Properties. He added, "The city's sustained growth is cementing its position as a leading destination for property investment, drawing increasing international attention while domestic and regional demand stays strong."

The upward trajectory of Dubai's property sales is evident in the comparison of August figures over recent years. From AED4.7 billion in 2020 to a staggering AED47.4 billion last year, the market has shown remarkable growth. Concurrently, the average property price per square foot has seen a steady increase, from AED826 in 2020 to AED1,494 last year.

Business Bay led the top five performing areas in August 2025 with 1,695 transactions valued at AED4.1 billion, followed by other key areas like Jumeirah Village Circle and Jebel Ali First. This highlights the diverse and dynamic nature of Dubai's real estate landscape.

The luxury segment of the market also saw significant transactions, with a villa on Palm Jumeirah selling for AED 161 million and a high-end apartment fetching AED100 million. These sales underscore the market's capacity for premium property deals.

In terms of sales distribution, properties priced between AED1-2 million dominated, accounting for 39.8% of sales. This was followed by those below AED1 million and those in the AED2-3 million range, illustrating a broad spectrum of investment levels within the market.

The report also shed light on the best-selling projects in August 2025, with notable performance in both the first sale and resale segments. Binghatti Skyrise led the first sale apartments category, while Grand Polo - Selvara 2 topped the list for first sale villas. In the resale market, Azizi Riviera and Jumeirah Village Triangle were among the leading projects, highlighting a vibrant secondary market alongside the primary sales.

Dubai's real estate market continues to show signs of strength and resilience, with notable increases in sales and transactions across various segments. The consistent growth, even during traditionally slower months, reaffirms Dubai's status as a premier destination for property investment.

The diversity of the market, from luxury properties to more affordable segments, alongside the robust performance of both primary and secondary sales, illustrates a healthy and dynamic real estate landscape poised for sustained growth.