In Q2 2025, Dubai’s residential real estate market hit record highs, fueled by population gains, investor optimism, and an influx of wealthy buyers, according to new research.

Off-plan sales remained the primary driver of activity, comprising 70% of transactions, while apartments dominated with an 80% share. This marks steady growth from 68% in 2024 and 55% in 2023, underscoring the rising appeal of new developments.

Zone 6, encompassing fast-growing neighborhoods along the Al Khail corridor, led market activity with 53% of transactions. Developments such as Emaar’s Parkwood and Danube’s Timez were key contributors, making up around half of all new launches in the district.

The ready market also showed resilience, recording over 15,000 completed property sales. Apartments made up 83% of these deals, reflecting sustained demand for more affordable housing, while townhouse and villa transactions held steady at roughly 10,000 per quarter.
Demand fueled a notable increase in supply, as Q2 saw 20,000 new units — 66% higher than last year. With apartments representing 91% of launches, supply growth is likely to accelerate further, supported by pipeline projects including Jebel Ali Racecourse and Jumeirah Golf Estates Phase 2.