A report by W Capital shows that Dubai’s property market sales have surpassed AED 2tr over the past five years, reflecting strong demand and improved investor confidence.
The real estate market has been on a clear upward trajectory over the past five years, with total recorded sales exceeding AED 2tr. This represents a significant increase from AED 149bn in 2021 to AED 265.5bn in 2022, then AED 401bn in 2023, reaching AED 522.36bn in 2024, and projected to reach AED 682.6bn in 2025, according to historical data issued by the Dubai Land Department.
“Dubai’s real estate market continues to maintain strength and annual growth, benefiting from ongoing supportive factors, mature regulations governing the sector, and proactive regulatory bodies that address local and international developments with decisive and swift decisions that stimulate real estate investment.”
Walid Al Zarooni. CEO, W Capital
The diversified demand base in Dubai’s real estate market, encompassing both local and international investors, coupled with the continuous growth in residential, commercial and luxury property categories, has directly contributed to sustaining this sales momentum.
Government incentive policies, long-term residency programs, and advanced infrastructure have further enhanced the emirate’s attractiveness as a global investment hub in the real estate sector.
“These exceptional figures reflect a nearly fivefold increase in Dubai’s real estate sales compared to 2021, a clear indication of the strong and sustained momentum of the market and Dubai’s advanced global standing as one of the best cities to live, work, and invest in.”
Walid Al Zarooni. CEO, W Capital
The number of real estate transactions increased by more than 38% year-on-year during 2025, reaching approximately 214,900 sales, the highest in history, compared to approximately 180,860 sales during 2024.
As for the outlook for 2026, the benchmark indicators for Dubai’s real estate market performance reinforce confidence in the emirate’s ability to achieve the Dubai Real Estate Initiative 2033 target, which aims to reach a total value of real estate transactions of AED 1tr annually, especially after sales exceeded AED 919bn during 2025.
The next phase prospects show increased focus on sustainable and smart projects, with rising demand for integrated communities that combine quality of life with investment returns.
Walid expects the Dubai real estate market to continue recording balanced performance during 2026, supported by the continued influx of foreign investments, stable legislation, and growing genuine demand for homeownership.
