According to W Capital Data, US$90 billion ($24.5 billion) ($24.5 billion) ($24.5 billion) has already been affected this year.
Results based on data from the land sector in Dubai showed that the Dubai real estate market had experienced 40,500 plan-off-plan real estate transactions between January and May 15, 2025.
AED9 billion (US$24.5 billion) issued 38% of total market sales.
Off-plan real estate in Dubai
Ready-made real estate, which recorded an AED of 147.4 billion ($40.1 billion), accounted for 62% of sales during the same period.
Data shows that the off-plant transaction included 36,359 residential units and 4,141 buildings.
W Capital CEO Walid Al Zarooni said: “Dubai’s off-plan real estate market is witnessing significant growth in 2025, making it a preferred destination for local and international investors,”
He explained that off-plan real estate in Dubai has become a priority investment option for many investors thanks to many factors that improve its appeal in the real estate market.
He discovered that one of the most well-known of these factors is competitive prices. Because off-plan properties are 5-15% lower than prepared properties, offering an attractive opportunity to acquire housing units at an affordable price.
He also pointed out that the developers offer flexible payment plans that help investors easily fund their purchases, including the possibility that investors will only pay 50% on delivery.
Al Zarooni said: “Off-plan properties in Dubai also boast high rental returns of up to 7 per cent, making them an attractive option for those seeking a steady and stable return on their investments”.
Regarding the future of the market, Al Zarooni expects demand for this type of property to continue to increase in the coming years due to the growing population in Dubai and the growing needs of new housing units.
He also found that critical state investments in infrastructure projects play an important role in supporting this trend, especially if the Emirate wants to reach a population of 5.8 million by 2040.
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He added: “Modern real estate legislations and the effective regulatory role of government agencies were among the most prominent factors that contributed to establishing a stable and secure investment environment”.
He confirmed that laws that guarantee investors’ rights provide greater confidence and transparency in the market, along with strict regulations on licensing projects outside of tarpaulin.
Al Zarooni said the improvements in real estate finance services have contributed significantly to the demand for new real estate projects, particularly for some banks, particularly for those offering funding plans for real estate that are not planned.
This made the first buyer more likely to benefit from an attractive return.