Well, well, well… look who’s having a moment (again). Dubai’s real estate market just flexed harder than a gym rat in front of a mirror. February 2025 came in hot, clocking a jaw-dropping $13.9 billion in property sales. That’s nearly a 40% jump from the same time last year. Yep, you read that right. And no, your coffee hasn’t kicked in early—Dubai is just crushing it that hard.
This wasn’t just a “good” month. It was one of the best ever recorded. Like, ever. As in, history books might need an extra page.
Big Villas, Bigger Checks
Let’s talk villas first. Dubai’s villa sales didn’t just climb—they did a full-on Spider-Man wall-crawl, leaping up 99.7% compared to last February. That’s $5.1 billion worth of dreamy homes, infinity pools, and more marble floors than a museum.
Plot sales weren’t far behind. With $2.6 billion worth of land changing hands (because why buy a house when you can just build your empire?), plot volume jumped 74.7%. The people want land, and apparently, they want lots of it.
Apartments: Still a Hot Favorite
Apartment lovers weren’t sleeping either. With a total value of $5.8 billion, apartment transactions grew by 21.3%, crossing the 11,000 mark. That’s a lot of elevators dinging and views of the Burj Khalifa.
Even commercial properties joined the party. With 447 transactions worth $327 million, they saw a 40.1% rise. Offices, coworking spaces, warehouses—everything’s getting snapped up like the last samosa at a party.
Oh, and just for the stat geeks—price per square foot is now $423, up 3.4%. Not too shabby for a city made of dreams and golden sunsets.
Luxury is Still Having Its Main Character Moment
Now, if you’re wondering who’s dropping serious cash—how about the buyer who just picked up a villa in Hadaeq Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid for a casual $38.1 million? Or the apartment at The Rings in Jumeirah Second that sold for $31.5 million? We assume it comes with a helipad, private cinema, and maybe a teleportation pod? (Just guessing.)
New vs. Resale: The Fresh Factor Wins
New homes are the crowd favorite right now. First-time sales from developers made up 66% of the volume and 62% of the value. Because, honestly, who can resist that new house smell?
Here’s how the price ranges shook out:
- 9% were baller buys over $1.36 million
- 31% were in the comfy middle zone: $272k – $544k
- 25% were under $272k (bargain hunters, we see you!)
- 19% were between $544k – $816k
- 15% sat in the $816k – $1.36M bracket
From 2020 to Now: The 449% Glow-Up
Remember February 2020? (We try not to.) Back then, Dubai’s property sales were at $2.53 billion with just 4,100 transactions. Fast forward five years and boom—we’re looking at $13.9 billion and over 16,000 deals. That’s a 449% surge in value, a glow-up more dramatic than your favorite reality TV makeover.
The Takeaway? Dubai’s Not Slowing Down
As Firas Al Msaddi of fäm Properties puts it—this market is rock solid. Investors are feeling the vibe, and Dubai continues to flex as a safe, booming, and downright irresistible hub for real estate.
So whether you’re planning to buy your dream home, flip a few apartments, or just like to daydream on Property Finder… just know—Dubai’s market isn’t just alive, it’s living its best life.
