The UAE real estate market achieved historic highs in Q3 2025, with both Dubai and Abu Dhabi posting record-breaking performances led by strong off-plan demand and strategic master developments.
According to Property Finder, Abu Dhabi recorded 7,154 transactions worth Dh25.3 billion, marking a 76% year-on-year increase in volume and a 110% rise in value. Residential sales made up 96% of the total, driven by off-plan projects that accounted for 73% of deals. Notable growth came from Fahid Island and Al Hidayriyyat Island, which contributed nearly 30% of the city’s off-plan value.
Meanwhile, Dubai saw its highest-ever quarterly transaction volume, with 59,044 sales totaling Dh169 billion, up 17% from Q3 2024. Off-plan sales continued to dominate, representing 68% of total activity and reaching a value of Dh82.9 billion — a 23% increase year-on-year. The ready market also showed resilience with Dh86.1 billion in sales value.
Key Dubai hotspots included Business Bay, Al Barsha, and Dubai Islands, while luxury areas such as Palm Jumeirah and Dubai Marina generated over Dh6 billion in combined resale volume. The city’s average price per square foot has climbed to around Dh1,667, underscoring the sustained appetite for premium properties.
Both emirates continue to attract investors and end-users seeking long-term value, reinforcing the UAE’s position as one of the world’s most dynamic real estate markets.
