Dubai Real Estate Market Insights – April 2025 | Soaring Demand & Global Investment Trends
Dubai, UAE – [Tuesday, 6th May 2025] Dubai Real Estate Market April 2025 marked another exceptional month for Dubai’s real estate market, underscoring sustained investor appetite and record-breaking growth across key asset classes. According to fresh data from the Dubai Land Department (DLD), the city recorded a transaction value of AED 46 billion, representing a 77% increase year-on-year and a 23% gain month-on-month, reinforcing Dubai’s continued global investment appeal.
Off-Plan Segment Fuels Growth
The off-plan segment continues to lead Dubai’s real estate resurgence. In April alone:
- Off-plan transaction value jumped 47% year-on-year
- Transaction volume rose 29%
- Off-plan accounted for 59% of all transactions by volume
Dubai’s expanding pipeline of world-class developments — offering flexible payment plans, high-end amenities, and strategic locations — has drawn both first-time and repeat investors from across the globe.
Villas & Townhouses Lead Price and Volume Growth
In a notable shift, villas and townhouses saw a 110% year-on-year increase in transaction volume, with average prices climbing 34% month-on-month. This surge, driven by end-user demand and limited supply, signals growing confidence in long-term homeownership and lifestyle-oriented investments.
Apartments followed closely, with average sale prices increasing 32% year-on-year, further cementing the strength of both luxury and mid-market verticals.
Secondary Market Strengthens
The secondary market maintained its momentum with:
- 111% rise in total transaction value year-on-year
- 68% increase in volume
- Average property prices up 23% month-on-month
Currently, the secondary market contributes 57% of total transaction value, with the off-plan market holding a solid 43% — a healthy, diversified split that underscores a maturing and balanced ecosystem.
Rental Activity Declines: Ownership Trend Emerges
April also brought a 24% decline in rental volume across Dubai, suggesting a decisive shift in buyer behavior. More residents are bypassing the rent-first model and choosing to own, a trend aligned with rising affordability, strong developer incentives, and long-term lifestyle planning.
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Key Market Insights – April 2025
- Sales transaction volume surged by 99% year-on-year, reflecting heightened investor activity.
- Total transaction value recorded a remarkable 143% increase compared to April 2024.
- Off-plan property transactions grew significantly, with a 47% rise in value year-on-year.
- The secondary market witnessed a 111% increase in total transaction value, driven by strong resale demand.
- Meanwhile, rental transaction volume declined by 24% month-on-month, indicating a shift toward property ownership.