Dubai Real Estate Hits Record: AED 62.4B Sales in April
Dubai Real Estate Hits Record-Breaking AED 62.4 Billion in Monthly Sales – April 2025 Update
Dubai real estate market continues its upward trajectory, setting a new all-time high in April 2025 with property sales totaling AED 62.4 billion. This milestone reflects a 95.3% year-on-year increase in value and reinforces Dubai’s status as a premier global investment hub.
According to a market update by fäm Properties, 17,979 real estate transactions were recorded in April alone, marking a 55.4% jump in volume compared to April 2024. The surge in activity spans across all sectors – apartments, villas, plots, and commercial spaces – showcasing Dubai’s robust and diversified property market.
Key April 2025 Highlights – Dubai Real Estate
| Category | Volume (Units) | Total Value (AED) | Year-on-Year Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Transactions | 17,979 | 62.4 Billion | +95.3% (Value), +55.4% (Volume) |
| Apartments | 13,737 | 26.7 Billion | +42.3% |
| Villas | 3,223 | 23.7 Billion | +134% |
| Plots | 599 | 10.9 Billion | +126% |
| Commercial Units | 419 | 1.1 Billion | +54% |
| Avg Price per Sq. Ft | – | AED 1,583 | +2.3% |
The most expensive villa was sold for AED 180 million at Palm Jumeirah, while the top apartment fetched AED 156 million at Bulgari Lighthouse Dubai.
Top 5 Performing Areas by Value – April 2025
| Area | Units Sold | Total Sales (AED) |
|---|---|---|
| Jumeirah Village Circle | 1,606 | 2.166 Billion |
| Business Bay | 1,168 | 3.477 Billion |
| Al Yelayiss 1 | 1,020 | 3.338 Billion |
| Wadi Al Safa 5 | 964 | 1.983 Billion |
| Dubai Marina | 926 | 3.243 Billion |
Dubai Real Estate: Long-Term Sales Growth
Dubai’s property market has witnessed remarkable growth over the past five years:
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2020: AED 3.6B (1,700 transactions)
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2021: AED 10.9B (4,800)
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2022: AED 17.5B (6,900)
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2023: AED 26.3B (8,000)
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2024: AED 32B (11,600)
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2025: AED 62.4B (17,979) ← New Record
Sales Distribution by Property Value
| Price Range (AED) | % of Total Sales |
|---|---|
| Over 5 Million | 11% |
| 3–5 Million | 14% |
| 2–3 Million | 18% |
| 1–2 Million | 31% |
| Below 1 Million | 27% |
Additionally, developer sales dominated the market with 67% share, compared to 33% in resales, underlining the strength of the off-plan segment in Dubai.
Conclusion: Why Dubai’s Real Estate Continues to Attract Global Investors
This unprecedented April sales figure confirms that Dubai real estate is not just resilient, but thriving. With world-class infrastructure, investor-friendly policies, and a secure investment environment, Dubai remains a magnet for both regional and international buyers.
Stay tuned for more updates and expert insights on Dubai’s ever-evolving property landscape.
Shahnawaz Yaqub Bhatti
Investment Consultant and CEO at Imlaak
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