According to the Dubai Land Department (DLD), 24 real estate projects totaling Dh4.5 billion were finished in the first half of 2025, demonstrating that the property industry in Dubai continues to be one of the main economic drivers of the emirate.
The numbers, which are supported by a development pipeline of 726 ongoing projects, show rising investor confidence and consistent demand throughout the industry. Particularly for standalone residences and integrated residential complexes, this construction momentum portends a consistent project delivery pace.
H1 2025 saw the registration of 90,337 new real estate units, demonstrating developers’ responsiveness to a market that is favoring ready-to-move-in, environmentally friendly living spaces more and more.
Dh151b in sales, villas lead buyer preferences
In H1, 75,347 residential units were sold for a total of Dh151 billion, demonstrating the continued strength of residential transactions. With 7,167 units sold for approximately Dh28 billion, villas maintained their outstanding performance, indicating a shift in buyer preferences toward private residences in master-planned communities.
The rental sector in Dubai also performed steadily. During H1 2025, the DLD registered 465,738 lease contracts, which represents a little rise over the same period the previous year. 232,928 of these were new leases, representing an increase of 7% from the previous year.
The entire rental contract value increased by 5% from H1 2024 to Dh42 billion. These numbers are consistent with larger government initiatives to promote home ownership and residency stability, especially for families and long-term residents.
The Dubai Real Estate Strategy 2033, a blueprint that establishes the city as a global standard for quality of life and real estate investment, continues to influence Dubai’s real estate performance through strategic initiatives, digital innovation, and clear regulations.
Offering options for both individual and institutional purchasers in a stable, future-ready ecosystem, the sector’s resiliency reflects the DLD’s dedication to openness, diversity, and investor empowerment.
