Dubai's realty sector one of the key pillars of emirate's economic growth

Dubai's real estate sector continues to strengthen its position as one of the key pillars of the emirate’s economic growth, recording steady performance and results that reflect the market’s resilience and diversity of investment opportunities.

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According to data from the Dubai Land Department (DLD), the first half of 2025 saw the completion of 24 real estate projects valued at Dhs4.5 billion.

This momentum is part of a wider growth trajectory, with 726 projects currently under construction across the emirate, underscoring sustained demand from both developers and investors. The surge in ongoing development also indicates the accelerated pace of project delivery to meet rising demand for standalone units and integrated residential communities.

Dubai's real estate market registered 90,337 new real estate units during the first half of the year, serving as a clear indicator of the sector's sustained growth. This also reflects developers’ responsiveness to market needs, particularly amid rising demand for ready-to-move and sustainable projects that offer comprehensive living spaces.

In HI 2025, 75,347 real estate units were sold valued at Dhs151 billion, highlighting the sustained momentum in residential property transactions, supported by investors’ confidence in the market's long-term prospects. Keeping with this trend, villa sales demonstrated strong performance, with 7,167 villas sold for over Dhs28 billion, reflecting a considered shift in buyer preferences toward standalone units and fully integrated residential communities.