Dubai’s real estate market has started the year with exceptional momentum, recording its strongest January performance on record as transaction values, sales volumes and investor demand surged across both primary and secondary segments.
Data from the Dubai Land Department show total real estate transactions reached Dh107.96 billion in January, nearly double the Dh57.89 billion recorded in the same month last year. The 86.5 per cent year on year increase reflects sustained confidence from local, regional and international investors.
Transaction volumes rose 17.27 per cent to 21,884 deals, reinforcing Dubai’s position as one of the world’s most active property markets.
Sales activity led the surge, reaching Dh70.05 billion, the highest monthly sales value ever recorded in the emirate. A total of 16,858 sales were completed, marking a 20.38 per cent increase compared with January last year.
Mortgage activity remained strong at Dh32.04 billion across 4,160 transactions, while property gifts totalled Dh5.87 billion.
Record Transaction Values
According to industry data from Property Finder, total transaction value rose 63 per cent year on year to Dh72.4 billion, the highest January figure on record.
Growth was largely driven by a 90 per cent increase in the primary market, alongside a 38 per cent rise in secondary market values. Transaction volumes increased 23 per cent overall, supported by strong off plan activity.
Off Plan Demand Gains Momentum
Off plan demand in the primary market strengthened significantly, with values rising 128 per cent year on year. Ready property values also increased by 49 per cent, reflecting balanced market conditions.
The secondary market remained resilient, recording a 38 per cent rise in value despite a marginal dip in transaction volumes. The data suggest growing buyer preference for completed units in resale segments, while off plan demand remains concentrated in new launches.
Record 2025 Performance
The strong start follows a landmark 2025, when property sales surged 30.64 per cent year on year to Dh682.49 billion, according to the Dubai Land Department.
More than 214,900 sales transactions were recorded during the year, extending Dubai’s multi year growth streak and reinforcing its status as a global real estate hub.
Outlook
With transaction values and volumes reaching historic highs, Dubai’s property market continues to demonstrate depth, liquidity and investor confidence. Strong primary market growth combined with resilient secondary performance suggests sustained momentum for the months ahead.