UAE Real Estate Market Records Over $65 Billion in Property Transactions in Q1 2025
The UAE’s real estate sector is experiencing a significant boom, with a total of AED239 billion (over $65 billion USD) in transactions recorded in the first quarter of 2025. This surge is fueled by strong investor confidence, flexible regulations, and a growing number of new projects across the Emirates.
94,719 Transactions Across Five Emirates
Between January and March 2025, a total of 94,719 sales, purchases, and mortgage transactions took place in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, and Ras Al Khaimah. This impressive figure highlights the robust health and attractiveness of the UAE’s property market.
Dubai Leads the Charge with $52.1 Billion in Transactions
Dubai’s real estate market continues to be a major driver of growth, accounting for AED193 billion in transactions from 58,039 agreements. This represents a substantial 16.2% increase in value and a 31.5% increase in volume compared to the same period in 2024. The Dubai Land Department recorded AED142 billion in sales from 45,077 transactions, a 30% rise in value year-on-year.
Abu Dhabi Sees Significant 34.5% Growth
Abu Dhabi’s property market also experienced strong growth, with overall real estate sales reaching AED25.3 billion, a 34.5% increase from Q1 2024. Sales transactions rose by 26.7%, while mortgage transactions increased by 49%.
Sharjah and Ajman Property Markets Surge
Sharjah reported AED13.2 billion in property sales from 24,597 deals, a 31.9% year-on-year increase. Ajman recorded AED5.55 billion in total transactions, a 29% increase, driven by sales, purchases, and mortgage activity.
Ras Al Khaimah’s Housing Sector Shows Strong Demand
Residential off-plan sales in Ras Al Khaimah exceeded AED2.4 billion from over 1,300 transactions, indicating strong demand in the northern emirate’s housing sector, according to a CBRE research.
