Higher Prices Don’t Stop Buyers: UAE Residents Still Keen on Dubai Property

As the prices in the real estate of Dubai have touched new historic high figures, new statistics have pointed to the fact that the population of the United Arab Emirates is highly motivated to enter the property space. According to a recent report published by the “Market Pulse” segment featured in Property Finder, the demand to buy real estate in the UAE is at a high across the population.

69% of UAE Residents Plan to Buy Property

The percentage of those who wish to purchase a property in the next half a year was found to be 69 percent in accordance with the report, which examined data collected in September and October 2025. This percentage was 70 percent in September and 68 percent in October. The October sample with 3,313 responses, compared to an earlier 2,987 responses in September, gives a more accurate idea of the current perception of the property market by UAE residents.

A slight change in price expectation

Presently, there are worries over price, but they are not causing a holdup in procurement decisions. September of 2025:

• 28% of them predicted prices to stabilize
• 33% anticipated price increases
• While 62% of them believed prices might remain

These figures have changed in October:

• 40% Expected price stability
• 31% Forecast Prices to Increase
• 29% Anticipated price declines

This indicates that customers are currently basing their decisions on what they consider to be the prevailing market realities as opposed to holding back in anticipation of a major "market correction." As stated by Sherif Sleiman, the Chief Revenue Officer of Property Finder:

“UAE buyers are entering the property market with confidence and awareness, which reflects their trust in the long-term stability of the UAE real estate sector.“

A Record-Breaking Year for Dubai’s Property Market

Alongside this optimism, Dubai’s real estate market is experiencing one of the busiest years in its history. According to fäm Properties, Dubai is on track to record the highest transaction volume and value ever in 2025. In November:

• 19,019 property transactions were recorded
• Representing a 30.9% year-on-year increase

As a result, the total number of transactions in 2025 has reached 197,263, surpassing the previous record set in 2024 (180,900 transactions). The total transaction value has climbed to AED 624.1 billion, up from AED 522.1 billion last year. Firas Al Msaddi, CEO of fäm Properties, commented:

“This is no longer just market momentum; it is a sign of market maturity and global demand. The simultaneous growth in volume and stability reflects real migration and capital inflows, not speculation.”

Sharp growth in prices per square foot

The average price per square foot in Dubai has increased by 16.1% to AED 1,755, reflecting high asset values ​​and sustained demand.

Which Areas in Dubai Recorded the Maximum Number of Buyers?

As can be seen from the study conducted based on the transactions recorded in November 2025, the Dubai districts recorded the highest transaction volumes as a result of the development of infrastructure and new projects as well as affordability among mid-income buyers. The top of this list was dominated by Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) with a figure of 1,426 transactions amounting to AED 1.9 billion. It was followed by Wadi Al Safa 5, with 1,133 transactions worth AED 1.8 billion. In contrast, transactions in Business Bay, while costing more, have remained strong with 1,055 transactions worth AED 3.6 billion. Other areas of high activity in terms of the number of transactions completed in the second month included Dubai South with 903 transactions valued at AED 2.1 billion. Another area where transactions took place was Mina Rashid. Furthermore, the segment of luxurious real estate in dubai also saw activity with the sale of a AED 203 million apartment in Jumeirah Residences Asora Bay, as well as a AED 110 million mansion in Palm Jumeirah. This just exemplifies how wide the UAE’s property marketplace is.

Off-Plan Projects Outshine Resales

The data for November shows that off-plan projects still dominate the transactions, having a significantly bigger market share compared to resale properties. During this period:

• Off-plan sales reached 13,374 transactions, amounting to AED 41.4 billion
• Resale transactions reached 5,645 deals valued at AED 23.3 billion in total

By value, the highest contribution was made by properties priced between AED 1–2 million, accounting for 37% of overall purchases. Of these, 24.85% were properties priced below AED 1 million, while homes priced above AED 5 million accounted for 8.67%, thus confirming continued demand in the luxury segment as well. By property type, apartments remained the main market driver, with 15,905 worth transactions AED 32.1 billion. In addition to that, 2,078 residential villas were transacted worth AED 13.2 billion. Commercial property transactions saw a remarkable 79.7% year-on-year growth, while land transactions reached a value of AED 17.1 billion in total.

Calculated Buyer Decisions in the 2025 Market

The above figures illustrate that buyers entering the UAE market are entering with analysis and thinking in a long-term environment and with informed decisions. Besides local demand drivers contributing to market growth, another important contributor is foreign investors. There are indications that the UAE property market, especially Dubai, seems destined to end the year 2025 with remarkable depth, solidity, and robustness at the global level compared to other property markets worldwide.

Conclusion

With huge increases in prices, the interest of buyers in Dubai's real estate market has not trailed off. Official data proves that faith in the UAE economic outlook, as well as in growth in population and inflows of capital, coupled with strategic urban planning, has ensured that demand for property purchases has not only remained intact but has really reached unmatched levels. This is, therefore, indicative of some positive prospects for the United Arab Emirate Real Estate Market over the forthcoming years. Source: https://propertynews.ae