Dubai Real Estate Sales Surge in July, Reaching $17.7B in Transactions

Dubai, UAE – August 4, 2025 - Dubai’s real estate market continued its upward momentum in July, recording the highest number of property transactions this year and achieving the second-best monthly performance on record in terms of both value and volume. According to a market update from fäm Properties, the month witnessed 20,304 sales worth approximately $17.7 billion (AED 65 billion), marking a 24.9% year-on-year increase in volume and a 29.5% increase in value.

Apartment sales led the market with 16,272 transactions valued at around $8.76 billion (AED 32.2 billion), reflecting a 28.1% increase compared to July 2024. Villa sales followed, totaling 2,988 units sold for nearly $5.25 billion (AED 19.3 billion), up by 6.4% in volume year-on-year. The commercial segment experienced the largest growth percentage-wise, with 606 properties sold for $408 million (AED 1.5 billion), representing a 57.8% surge. Plot sales also increased, with 438 transactions worth $3.27 billion (AED 12 billion), showing a 22.3% rise.

The average price per square foot increased to $449 (AED 1,649), up 9.5% year-on-year. Data from DXBinteract illustrates the steady rise in July sales over the past five years, jumping from $1.23 billion (AED 4.5 billion) with 2,300 transactions in 2020 to $13.7 billion (AED 50.2 billion) with 16,300 transactions in July 2024, and now $17.7 billion in 2025 with over 20,000 transactions.

Firas Al Msaddi, CEO of fäm Properties, stated: “The level of activity last month once again underlines the strength and maturity of Dubai’s real estate sector. Dubai has shown it can sustain growth through different cycles, supported by clear regulation, strong investor sentiment, and a steady pipeline of new opportunities. July’s figures are another clear signal that confidence in the market remains high, both locally and internationally.”

The most expensive apartment sold in July was located at Aman Residences Dubai, Tower 1 in Jumeirah Second, and closed at a remarkable $47.4 million (AED 174 million). Wadi Al Safa 3 emerged as the top-performing area in terms of sales value, with 1,210 properties sold for $1.63 billion (AED 6.011 billion). In terms of transaction volume, Al Barsha South led the way with 1,846 deals valued at $557 million (AED 2.047 billion).

In terms of price distribution, 13% of sales were for properties priced above $1.36 million (AED 5 million). The majority of transactions fell between $272,000–$545,000 (AED 1–2 million), making up 37% of sales. Properties below $272,000 (AED 1 million) accounted for 25%, while 14% ranged from $545,000–$817,000 (AED 2–3 million) and 11% between $817,000–$1.36 million (AED 3–5 million).

Off-plan sales from developers continued to dominate the market, representing 71% of transactions by volume and 65% by value, compared to 29% and 35% respectively for resale properties. This highlights strong demand for newly launched and under-construction developments, as investors and residents increasingly turn toward modern, design-forward offerings.

Dubai’s consistent growth trajectory, reinforced by sound regulatory practices and growing global appeal, confirms its standing as one of the world’s most attractive and resilient real estate markets.