Dubai Property Transactions Climb 26% In Last Four Months As Market Momentum Builds
The latest analysis by eXp Dubai shows that property transactions have risen sharply over the summer, with volumes increasing by 26% in the last four months compared with the first four months of the year.
The analysis by eXp Dubai of official Government data from the Dubai Land Department looked at all residential unit types sold across the market and how market momentum has shifted over the course of the year so far.
The analysis shows that while monthly transactions dipped by -4.5% between July and August 2025, this was consistent with the seasonal summer slowdown typically seen across the market.
Looking at a broader timeframe, however, the market is clearly gaining momentum.
Between May and August, a total of 75,519 transactions were recorded, up from 60,110 in the first four months of the year – an increase of 26%.
This uplift reflects both growing domestic activity and strong levels of demand from international buyers, underlining Dubai’s enduring position as one of the world’s most dynamic property markets.
Off-plan continues to be the most popular path to purchasing, accounting for 58% of transactions in the last four months compared with 42% for ready properties. This market balance has also shifted when compared to the first four months of the year, when off-plan purchases accounted for 52.7% of all market activity.
Dounia Fadi, Managing Director of eXp Dubai, commented:
“Dubai’s property market continues to demonstrate its unique ability to attract buyers from both at home and abroad, and the growth we’ve seen over the last four months is a clear sign of this growing momentum.
While a small seasonal dip in August is entirely expected, the bigger picture is one of consistent strength, with transaction volumes climbing significantly compared with earlier in the year.
At eXp, we are empowering our agents to meet this demand by equipping them with the tools, training, and global network required to support clients in a market that remains one of the most exciting and attractive anywhere in the world.”
Data tables and sources
Transaction data sourced from the Dubai Land Department.
Transaction volumes include all residential unit types (ready and off-plan).
