UAE Macro Data Overview (2025–2026)
Record Sales Transactions in 2025
The UAE property market recorded unprecedented transaction volumes in 2025, with Dubai alone exceeding AED 559.4 billion in sales value by October, setting a new benchmark for annual performance. Source: Khaleej Times: Dubai real estate market records historic sales totals Dubai real estate market hits historic sales highs.
Dubai Leads UAE Real Estate Growth in H1 2025
In the first half of 2025, Dubai recorded 125,538 real estate transactions — up 26 % year-on-year — with total real estate procedures (sales, leases, and related activities) exceeding 1.3 million.
UAE Residential Market Valued for Long-Term Growth
The UAE residential real estate market was valued at approximately USD 36.32 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow to USD 52.32 billion by 2030 at a CAGR of 5.1 %.
Price Indices Continue Upward Trend (August 2025)
According to REIDIN data, the UAE’s Residential Property Price Index saw a strong year-over-year rise in August 2025, with Dubai’s index up 12.48 % and Abu Dhabi showing marked growth.
Strong Q2 2025 Sales Performance
Dubai’s second quarter of 2025 closed with 53,252 property sales transactions, a 22 % year-on-year increase in volume and a 49 % surge in value to AED 184.3 billion.
Transaction Activity Drives UAE Market Resilience
CBRE’s UAE Real Estate Market Review for Q3 2025 highlights ongoing demand across residential and commercial segments, with healthy occupier interest and expanding investor participation supporting market resilience.
Rental Market Strength and Buyer Confidence
Despite seasonal fluctuations, established markets like Dubai continue to show rental and price resilience, with rising rents (e.g., Dubai rents average growth supported by population and employment trends).
Continued Population & Economic Growth Supports Real Estate
UAE non-oil GDP growth forecasts and sustained population expansion underpin long-term real estate demand across housing, offices, and commercial segments — a macro trend observed throughout 2025.
Price Growth vs Seasonal Trends (Early 2025)
Property Monitor monthly data shows minor monthly declines in early 2025 price metrics but underscores strong annual performance and continued new project launches — an indicator of underlying stability.
Investor Confidence Across Segments
Industry reports signal strong investor sentiment in both ready and off-plan segments across major cities like Dubai and Abu Dhabi, driven by policy reforms, visa incentives, and economic diversification initiatives.