Dubai’s real estate sector continues to thrive, attracting both local and international investors with rising property values and strong market performance. In February 2025, the latest market data highlights substantial growth in villa and apartment prices, as well as a surge in off-plan sales.

Villa Prices Surge by 30.8% Annually

According to the latest ValuStrat report, villa capital values increased by 2% month-on-month and 30.8% year-on-year. Notable high-performing communities included:

• Jumeirah Islands (+42.3%)
• Emirates Hills (+31.2%)
• The Meadows (+29.9%)

Meanwhile, Mudon recorded the lowest annual gain at 10.5%, maintaining price stability for six consecutive months. Overall, Dubai’s villa prices are now 57% above the previous market peak and 160% higher than post-pandemic levels.

Apartment Prices Climb 22.2% Annually

Dubai’s apartment market also saw steady appreciation, with prices rising 1.2% monthly and 22.2% annually. Leading communities with the highest yearly capital gains include:

• The Greens (+28.9%)
• Palm Jumeirah (+26.3%)
• Dubailand Residence Complex (+25.7%)

Despite the rise, apartment prices remain 9% below the previous market peak but 65% higher than post-pandemic levels.

Off-Plan Market Sees Strong Demand

Off-plan sales in Dubai continued their upward trajectory, with Oqood (contract) registrations increasing by 22.2% month-on-month and 59.5% year-on-year, making up 70.8% of all home sales in February. The most in-demand off-plan locations included:

• Jumeirah Village Circle
• The Valley
• Damac Island City
• Emaar South
• Dubailand Residence Complex

At the same time, ready-home transactions also experienced growth, rising 12.8% monthly and 9.8% annually.

Dubai’s Property Sales Reach $13.91 Billion in February

Real estate transactions in Dubai reached $13.91 billion in February 2025, marking a 39.91% increase in value compared to the same month last year. The total number of transactions stood at 16,099, reflecting a 35.5% increase in volume over February 2024.

Over the past five years, Dubai’s real estate market has witnessed a remarkable 449% increase in sales value, growing from AED 9.3 billion in 2020 to AED 36.5 billion in 2024. This steady growth reaffirms Dubai’s position as a leading global real estate destination.

With demand continuing to rise and investor confidence remaining strong, Dubai’s real estate market is set for further expansion in the months ahead.