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Dubai Real Estate Market Review 26-Jun-2025
Chinese buyer inquiries for UAE property rose 125 % QoQ and 29 % YoY, with 80 % targeting Dubai. Dubai offers annual rental yields of 5–8%, outpacing global markets (3–5%).
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June 26, 2025
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Shamal awarded Khansaheb a AED 1 billion main works contract for Dubai Harbour Residences. After completing foundations and beachfront formation, construction will proceed with H&H and architect Nikken Sekkei to deliver low-rise beachfront homes with sea views and modern elegance.
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Chinese buyer inquiries for UAE property rose 125 % QoQ and 29 % YoY, with 80 % targeting Dubai. Dubai saw 4,670 home sales over AED 10 million in 2024, while Abu Dhabi’s 5 % foreign ownership, booming luxury listings, and over US$2 billion inflows signal its rapid catch-up.
Read the full article on South China Morning Post
Dubai offers annual rental yields of 5–8%, outpacing global markets (3–5%). Its tax-free environment, strategic location, robust infrastructure, and diverse tenant base drive strong returns in prime districts like Marina and Downtown. Dirham stability and transparent regulations further enhance its investment appeal.
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After Dh893 billion in UAE real estate deals, developers like Damac and Sobha target the $110.8 trillion US market. Mubadala commits to US credit funds. Foreign buyers spent $42 billion on US homes. The 2nd America Property Exhibition in Miami (Sept 15–17, 2025) will showcase UAE and global projects.
Read the full article on Khaleej Times
Dubai Investments has broken ground on Asayel Avenue, a AED 400 million residential cluster of 193 one- to three-bedroom apartments within the AED 2.2 billion Mirdif Hills master development. Set for Q2 2027 handover, it offers spacious layouts, premium finishes, integrated smart-living technologies and community-focused design.
Read the full article on Zawya
Omani developer Manam launched Manam Pearl, a Dh175 million 17-storey tower in Al Furjan with 77 one- to three-bedroom apartments, smart layouts and amenities like a rooftop terrace, gym and open-air cinema. Building on its Dh40 million Dubai South success, it taps Al Furjan’s connectivity and 6–8 % yields.
Read the full article on Khaleej Times
Despite regional tensions after Iran’s strike on a US base, business resumed normally in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Markets hit multi-year highs, executives report no capital flight, and the UAE’s safe-haven status remains intact, though lingering geopolitical risks persist.
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A Masterview villa in Jumeirah Islands has sold for AED 46 million, setting a new record for the community and marking the highest recorded sale for a property of its kind in the area.
Read the full article on Arabian Business
Dubai’s city centre property prices climbed 122% in five years to $7,602/m², the fastest global growth, ranking 37th most expensive city, per Deutsche Bank’s report. Abu Dhabi saw 64% growth to $5,977/m². Dubai also ranks among the top ten priciest three-bedroom city-centre rentals.
Read the full article on The National
Last year, Dubai housing sales hit over 180,000 transactions worth AED 500 billion (up 36% YoY), as prices and rents surged. Apartments have transitioned from prestige assets to reliable passive income sources, a true “second salary.”
Read the full article on Construction Week Online
On June 30, Amlak shareholders will vote to exit its real estate finance portfolio, selling contracts or via mutual agreement, authorize Dh406.5 million in reserve transfers to offset losses, and greenlight a Dh2.9 billion land sale to Emaar. The stock has rallied over 90% to Dh1.62.
Read the full article on Gulf News
Luxury real estate offers resilience through cycles, strong capital appreciation, rental income, portfolio diversification and legacy value. Markets like Dubai benefit from supportive policies, infrastructure growth and high demand. Risks include lower liquidity and high costs, mitigated by tokenization and professional management. Strategic selection ensures generational wealth.
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Dubai Real Estate Transactions as Reported on the 25th of June 2025
On 25 June 2025, Dubai’s total real estate transaction value reached AED 2.004 billion. Off-plan properties accounted for 50.6 % (AED 1.014 billion), while ready assets made up 49.4 % (AED 990 million) of the total volume.
Off-Plan Market Performance
Off-plan sales reached AED 1.014 billion, driven overwhelmingly by flats:
Flats: AED 900.3 million (88.8 % of off-plan)
Villas: AED 102.0 million (10.1 %)
Hotel Apartments & Rooms: AED 7.2 million (0.7 %)
Commercial: AED 4.8 million (0.5 %)
Ready Market Performance
Ready transactions totalled AED 990 million, led by flats:
Flats: AED 707.9 million (71.5 % of ready)
Villas: AED 199.7 million (20.2 %)
Hotel Apartments & Rooms: AED 24.0 million (2.4 %)
Commercial: AED 58.0 million (5.9 %)
On The Micro Level
Market Insights
The dominance of flats across both segments underscores robust demand for apartment living, driven by yield-seeking investors and end-users alike. Villas hold a steady niche in the ready market, reflecting owner-occupier and rental appetite. Limited hotel and commercial activity suggests these sectors await targeted, mixed-use developments. The near-even split between off-plan and ready volumes signals balanced confidence in new launches and completed assets, pointing to sustained opportunities for mid-rise residential projects.
Data Source: Dubai Land Department
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