Dubai Real Estate Sales Cross $17.5 Billion in November 2025
- Dec 04,2025
Dubai’s property market delivered one of its strongest months ever in November 2025, with total transactions hitting AED 64.7 billion ($17.63 billion). The Dubai Land Department (DLD) reported a sharp 30.9% jump in sales volume and an even bigger 49.5% rise in value compared to the same month last year. This strong performance highlights rising investor confidence, consistent demand, and a healthy outlook as the market moves toward 2026.
The month recorded 19,016 transactions across apartments, villas, plots, and commercial assets. Apartments remained the most active category, showing significant growth in both the number of deals and value. Villas also saw higher overall value despite slightly fewer transactions, confirming the continued interest in spacious, family-oriented homes. Plots recorded a substantial increase in value, suggesting that developers are expanding aggressively to meet future housing and commercial needs. The city’s average price per square foot climbed to AED 1,755 ($479), showcasing Dubai’s upward price trajectory.
Average property prices remained strong across the board. Apartments averaged AED 1.4 million, while villa prices reached around AED 4.1 million. Commercial units recorded an average price of AED 2.1 million, and plots maintained their premium position with an average of AED 6.7 million. These figures reflect ongoing demand from both local end-users and international buyers.
Umm Suqeim First and Palm Jumeirah emerged as the highest-performing areas by value, each generating over AED 3.7 billion in sales. Business Bay followed closely, reaffirming its status as one of Dubai’s most sought-after urban hubs. Al Yelayiss 1 and Downtown Dubai also made strong contributions to the overall transaction value. In terms of transaction volume, communities such as Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC), Wadi Al Safa 5, Business Bay, Dubai South, and Jebel Ali First saw the highest number of deals, driven by affordability, new project launches, and strong rental demand.
The luxury market also witnessed standout activity. November’s most expensive apartment sold for AED 203 million at Jumeirah Residences Asora Bay in Jumeirah First, while the priciest villa transaction took place on Palm Jumeirah at AED 110 million. These record deals highlight Dubai’s continued appeal to ultra-high-net-worth buyers.
Among the best-performing projects, Binghatti Flare led the way in apartment sales, with 369 units sold, supported by attractive pricing and high investor interest. The median apartment price for the month stood at AED 1.3 million. In the villa segment, Grand Polo – Selvara 2 topped the list with 66 villas sold, totaling AED 438.9 million, and a median price of AED 6.6 million.
Dubai’s mortgage market also remained active, with 4,521 mortgage transactions recorded in November—up 13.2% from last year. The total value of mortgages reached AED 14.7 billion, reflecting strong financing activity and increased buyer confidence in long-term investments.
Rental rates continued their upward movement as well. Average apartment rents rose to AED 75,000 annually, marking an 11.9% increase. Villa rents climbed to AED 189,900, while commercial units saw the largest spike, with average rents rising by 78.2% to AED 90,000. This growth indicates strong occupancy levels and a vibrant business environment.
Looking ahead, industry experts anticipate that Dubai’s real estate sector will continue to maintain its momentum. According to Tara Khan, Director at Kelt and Co Realty, the market is poised for further growth in 2026, driven by increasing demand, advanced infrastructure development, and a steady stream of premium new projects. With its global appeal and strong economic foundation, Dubai continues to strengthen its position as one of the world’s most dynamic and attractive real estate markets.
Source: Arabian Business
