Despite ongoing speculation of a market slowdown, sales value rose 26.9% year-on-year to AED 541.52 billion in 2025, with haus & haus agents noting increased family-led purchasing, higher property values and longer ownership periods as buyers prioritised stability – with a focus on established communities and renovation opportunities.

Residential leasing remained stable throughout the year, with performance varying by affordability, location and handover activity. Contract renewals outpaced new leases, with 369,574 renewals recorded versus 214,369 new contracts across the year. As a company, haus & haus noted a 35% increase in registered tenants and buyers, now comprising over 140,000 clients.

The commercial property sector also recorded notable growth, with total sales value increasing by over 40% and transaction volumes rising by 8.85%. This performance was underpinned by sustained business formation and economic expansion, with an estimated 250,000 companies launching operations in 2025 alone.

The result is a growing need for office space, creating consistent demand across both office sales and rentals, particularly in well located, high quality buildings that align with how modern businesses operate and position themselves. It is therefore no surprise that office sales delivered the standout performance, with transaction values rising by 102% to AED 13.14 billion, pushing average prices per sq.ft up by 35%.

Investor confidence remained firmly anchored in Dubai’s long term vision and government planning. Off Plan sales value climbed 31.4% to AED 395.3 billion, keeping the city on track towards the AED 1 trillion total sales target outlined in the Dubai Economic Agenda 2033.

A closer look at transaction data highlights an important nuance within the Off Plan market. Under-construction transactions, including primary developer sales and Off Plan resales, accounted for 73% of all residential transactions in 2025 totalling AED 395.3 billion. As key communities such as Tilal Al Ghaf, Al Furjan, Mudon, Peninsula, The Valley and DAMAC Lagoons approached handover, Off Plan resales increased as investors capitalised on price appreciation. These were absorbed by both end users looking for long term homes and investors targeting rental yield.