Real estate brokers’ commissions in Dubai rose to $3.7 billion (AED 13.59 billion) in 2025, marking a 31% increase compared to 2024. Transactions carried out through brokers grew by 54%, reaching 96,440 transactions.
The number of registered brokers reached 32,294, including 13,083 new brokers, reflecting a 38% increase from the previous year. Additionally, the number of registered brokerage offices with the Dubai Land Department reached 9,758, forming a system that ensures balance and high-quality services.
The brokerage sector in Dubai witnessed significant growth, establishing itself as a key driver of the real estate market, supported by increased activity and the expanding role of brokers within a developed regulatory environment.
The real estate market recorded 4,122 new offices in 2025, a 102% growth, bringing the total to 10,182 offices. Moreover, 14,364 new licenses were issued for various activities, primarily brokerage in property sales and rentals.
Women’s participation in the sector also saw notable growth, with their commission transactions increasing by 49% to 28,909, and the total value rising to $812 million (AED 2.98 billion), an 83% increase. The number of female brokers reached 11,371, highlighting their growing role in the market.
The Dubai Land Department focused on empowering national talents and enhancing the presence of Emirati citizens in the sector through programs such as “Dubai Real Estate Broker” and the “Emirati Real Estate Companies Incubator.”
These initiatives contributed to an increase in the number of Emirati brokers and facilitated real estate transactions worth billions of dollars, underscoring the central role of national talent in the future of Dubai’s real estate market.
