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Dubai Real Estate Market Review 25-Apr-2025
DLD launched an AI-powered Real Estate Advertising Governance Platform. GCC real estate transactions grew by 20% in Q1, Dubai led with 50% share. Over 45 000 units planned in RAK by 2030.
The Real Estate Report
April 25, 2025
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VARA warned that only DLD- and VARA-approved firms may join Dubai’s Real Estate Tokenization Project, cautioning investors against unlicensed entities falsely claiming participation, which violate regulations and endanger consumer protection. The DLD’s blockchain pilot, launched March 19, targets $16 billion in tokenized real estate by 2033.
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Dubai’s Q1 2025 property market posted robust growth: residential sales rose 22.4% YoY, commercial transactions up 18.2%, and villa sales surged 80.6%. Apartments made up 76% of deals, luxury sales above Dhs 10 million grew 29%, while infrastructure projects and a soaring HNWI influx fuelled demand.
Read the full article on Gulf Today
DLD launched an AI-powered Real Estate Advertising Governance Platform, monitoring over 279,000 listings—29% auto-modified—to boost transparency and compliance. Its “Madmoun” QR code service verifies ad authenticity, reinforcing investor confidence and Dubai’s leadership in digital innovation.
Read the full article on Zawya
Dubai Q1 2025 sales surged ~23% to Dhs114 bn (Betterhomes), with villa deals +65% and off-plan at 59%. Property Finder reported record 45,474 transactions worth Dhs142.7 bn (+22% volume, +30% value), led by off-plan (56%) and ready-unit demand. Abu Dhabi’s ready market also grew.
Read the full article on Gulf Business
Dubai Sports City posted AED4.7 bn ($1.3 bn) in annual real estate deals, including AED30 m in April off-plan sales, and 8.2% yields. With strategic road links, sports facilities, top schools, entertainment, and a 2029 metro, it’s a rising residential investment hub.
Read the full article on Zawya
Ras Al Khaimah’s property market is surging on affordability, transport upgrades (Etihad Rail, airport), and resort-style living. Over 45 000 units planned by 2030; transactions will cross AED 20 bn by 2026. Villa values jumped 35%, rents 42%. New communities, RAKEZ Live and flexible payment plans amplify investor and resident interest.
Read the full article on WOW RAK
GCC real estate transactions reached USD 78.2 billion in Q1 2025 (+20.5–22.3% YoY). Dubai led with USD 38.7 billion (23.4% YoY; ~50% share), Saudi Arabia was second at USD 20.3 billion (26% share). UAE markets comprised 65% of the total, with Abu Dhabi up 34.5%, Sharjah 31.9%, Ajman 29%, and Kuwait 24%.
Read the full article on Zawya
Abu Dhabi Q1 2025 real estate transactions rose 34.5% to AED 25.3 billion (6,896 deals), including AED 15.5 billion in buy/sell and AED 9.8 billion in mortgages. Saadiyat Island led with AED 5.6 billion, and FDI reached AED 1.58 billion from 68 nationalities.
Read the full article on Economy Middle East
The construction industry in the UAE and the region are increasingly turning to tools that improve planning, reduce risk, and align stakeholders from the onset.
Read the full article on Arabian Business
Al Habtoor Group has released the final apartments at Al Habtoor Tower after selling over 90% of its 1,740 units. Located on Sheikh Zayed Road, the largest residential building offers premium amenities and panoramic views. Over 40% of units will hand over in Q4; a handful of Ultra Residences remain.
Read the full article on Zawya
Global AI investments hit $110 billion in 2024. UAE’s AI Strategy 2031, MGX fund, and Falcon LLM cement its leadership. In real estate, AI accelerates data analysis by 70%, boosts valuation accuracy to 90%, and powered $30 million in deals.
Read the full article on Business News This Week
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