Dubai’s real estate sector delivered an outstanding performance in 2025, reflecting the market’s institutional maturity and sustained momentum. This growth was driven by a significant expansion in the rental market and faster project completion rates, supported by rising demand, diversified residential options, and expanding real estate activities.
The performance aligns with the objectives of the Dubai Economic Agenda D33 and the Dubai Real Estate Sector Strategy 2033, both of which focus on creating a sustainable and balanced property market between ownership and rental segments.
According to data from the Dubai Land Department, the number of registered rental contracts increased by 6% compared with 2024, while their total value rose by 17% to exceed 1.38 million contracts, with a combined value of AED 126.4 billion.
New rental contracts grew by 10%, surpassing 513,000 agreements, highlighting Dubai’s increasing appeal as a destination for living and working. Meanwhile, renewed contracts rose by 3% to exceed 514,000 agreements, indicating stability and satisfaction among residents and investors.
This rental performance supports the goals of Dubai’s economic agenda aimed at enhancing quality of life and reinforcing the emirate’s position as a global hub for living, working, and investment.
It also complements the real estate strategy focused on improving customer experience and strengthening local market systems through advanced regulatory frameworks that ensure long-term sector sustainability.
The year 2025 also witnessed a noticeable acceleration in real estate project execution. A total of 124 projects were completed, marking a 7% increase with a total value of AED 27.5 billion, representing a 23% growth. At the same time, the number of ongoing projects rose by 25% to reach 937 developments, reflecting strong developer confidence and sustained market activity.
In terms of sales, the number of units sold increased by 25% to reach 147,500 properties, with a total value of AED 280 billion and a 30% rise in value, indicating a shift in demand toward higher-value properties despite a decline in villa sales.
The strong and integrated performance of the rental market, expansion in project development, and advancements in licensing systems represent a new stage of institutional maturity for Dubai’s real estate sector.
This success reinforces a flexible and stable business environment capable of supporting sustainable growth, while also highlighting the commitment of the Dubai Land Department to enhancing regulatory frameworks and supportive services to ensure continued market activity and investor confidence.
