Dubai’s real estate sector demonstrated robust market momentum last week with AED19.86 billion ($5.4 billion) in total transactions, according to official Land Department data. The volume highlights the emirate’s continued appeal to both international and domestic investors navigating a competitive property landscape.
Sales transactions accounted for AED14.78 billion ($4 billion) of the weekly total, with 4,522 individual sales completed between November 3 and 7. The activity underscores consistent demand across residential and commercial segments.
Ultra-Luxury Segment Shows Strength
Premium properties continued to command substantial valuations. The most notable transaction involved an apartment in Jumeirah Residences Asora on Jumeirah First that sold for AED96.9 million ($26.4 million)—a clear indication that ultra-luxury waterfront properties remain highly sought after.
Other significant deals included:
- An apartment in Binghatti Aquarise Tower in Business Bay selling for AED45.7 million ($12.4 million)
- A Peninsula Dubai Residences apartment in Jumeirah Second valued at AED37.6 million ($10.2 million)
These transactions demonstrate that despite significant new supply entering Dubai’s market, premium segments continue to attract high-value transactions from affluent buyers seeking established waterfront addresses.
Financing and Gifting Activity
Beyond sales, the market showed diversified transaction types. Mortgage deals reached AED4.11 billion ($1.1 billion), reflecting strong financing appetite. Gift transactions—often linked to family portfolio consolidation—totaled AED970 million ($264 million) for the same period.
The UAE’s commercial property market has sustained growth momentum through Q3 2025, and residential data suggests this strength is extending into Q4 as developers continue launching landmark projects across the emirate.
Market Context
Dubai’s real estate sector continues to benefit from diverse demand drivers: foreign investment in trophy properties, end-user purchases in established communities, and portfolio diversification by regional investors. The consistency of weekly transaction volumes—hovering near the $5 billion range—suggests the market has found a sustainable equilibrium after the explosive growth of 2024.
Investors and end-users remain particularly engaged with waterfront and premium communities, where new ultra-luxury launches like The Dubai Beach EDITION at Dubai Harbour are attracting international capital and setting new benchmarks for coastal living standards.
