Dubai Sotheby’s International Realty Sets $43.8M Palm Jumeirah Record Sale

Dubai, UAE - September 4, 2025 - Dubai Sotheby’s International Realty has announced the sale of a Signature Villa on Palm Jumeirah for USD 43.8 million (AED 161 million), setting a new benchmark as the most expensive secondary villa sale on the iconic island this year. The transaction also achieved the second-highest price per square foot in Dubai for 2025 at USD 3,995 (AED 14,679.39) per sq ft.

Developed by acclaimed property developer 25 Degrees, the ultra-luxury villa features a built-up area of 10,900 sq ft, seamlessly blending contemporary architecture with exquisite interior detailing. The residence offers multiple living spaces, six expansive bedroom suites, a private cinema, and a rear pool deck overlooking the Atlantis The Royal Resort & Residences.

The record-breaking sale was exclusively managed by Dubai Sotheby’s International Realty, with Leigh Borg, Executive Partner, representing the seller, and Filippo Tavernaro, Senior Global Property Consultant, representing the buyer.

“This was a rare and exclusive listing that stood out even in a highly competitive market,” said Borg. “Every aspect of the property was executed at the highest level, and with the caliber of clients that Palm Jumeirah attracts, homes like this don’t stay on the market for very long.”

Tavernaro added, “Transactions like this are made possible thanks to the strength of the network and the global platform we have. It is also a testament to the quality of the homes available. The price tag is no bar for buyers when the property ticks all the boxes.”

Dubai's Super-Prime Market Thrives

Dubai’s luxury real estate sector continues to see strong momentum in 2025, with landmark sales across the city’s most prestigious neighborhoods. Dubai Sotheby’s International Realty has led several of these high-profile transactions, including:

• The most expensive home sold this year on Jumeirah Bay Island.
• Notable luxury deals in Emirates Hills and Dubai Hills Estate.
• The highest-priced residential plot of 2025, also on Palm Jumeirah.

Chris Whitehead, Managing Partner at Dubai Sotheby’s International Realty, stated:

“With every landmark transaction, we reinforce our position as the foremost authority in Dubai’s super-prime property market. This marks our second record-breaking sale on Palm Jumeirah in recent months, underlining both the prestige of the location and the sustained strength of demand at the very top of the market.”

25 Degrees: Setting New Benchmarks

The villa represents another milestone for 25 Degrees, which continues to shape Dubai’s ultra-luxury segment.

David von Rosen, Co-founder of 25 Degrees, said:

“This sale is a clear sign of the strength and maturity of Dubai’s top-end property market, driven by a continued influx of high-net-worth individuals seeking world-class luxury lifestyle opportunities.”

The company previously made headlines in 2024 with the USD 16.9 million (AED 62 million) sale of a renovated Garden Home villa, setting a record for that property type. In June 2025, 25 Degrees purchased a USD 99.4 million (AED 365 million), 90,000 sq ft plot of undeveloped land on Palm Jumeirah, partnering with Killa Design to develop a series of custom-built prime properties.

This latest sale reaffirms Dubai’s position as a global hub for luxury real estate, showcasing strong demand for high-end properties and the city’s growing appeal to international investors seeking exclusivity, design excellence, and unrivaled lifestyle offerings.