Dubai Real Estate Rental Daily Report: December 6-7, 2025
Dubai Property Rental Market Weekend Snapshot: 6 - 7 December 2025
The Dubai rental market saw a quieter but steady flow of activity over the weekend of December 6th and 7th, registering 808 contracts with a combined value of AED 91.8 million (USD 25.0 million). This period typically sees a lower volume compared to weekdays, reflecting the cyclical nature of administrative registrations.
A notable shift from daily trends was the higher proportion of contract renewals, which made up 67% of all transactions. However, the value was more evenly split, with new contracts still capturing a significant 45% of the total weekend value. This suggests that while routine renewals were processed, new tenancies agreed upon during the weekend commanded a premium.
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In a reversal from the previous daily snapshot, freehold properties dominated this weekend's activity, contributing to 68% of the total rental value. Residential leases formed the overwhelming core of the market, representing 89% of all contracts.
Note: USD values are calculated at a fixed exchange rate of AED 3.67 = USD 1. All USD figures are rounded to the nearest thousand for clarity.
Top 10 Performing Rental Localities by Weekend Contract Value
Premium residential and established commercial districts led the weekend's rental activity, with a clear focus on central and completed communities.
| Rank | Locality | Contract Value (AED) | Contract Value (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Burj Khalifa | 19,112,500 | 5,207,000 |
| 2 | Al Khairan First | 7,055,000 | 1,922,000 |
| 3 | Nad Al Shiba Second | 3,450,000 | 940,000 |
| 4 | Business Bay | 3,201,417 | 872,000 |
| 5 | Al Hebiah First | 3,060,698 | 834,000 |
| 6 | Al Karama | 2,296,317 | 626,000 |
| 7 | Nadd Hessa | 2,024,037 | 552,000 |
| 8 | Al Murqabat | 2,005,500 | 546,000 |
| 9 | Al Thanyah Fifth | 1,975,250 | 538,000 |
| 10 | Al Barsha South Fourth | 1,974,397 | 538,000 |
Weekend Market Breakdown by Key Metrics
1. By Contract Status
This table shows the split between new rental agreements and renewals processed over the weekend.
| Contract Status | Number of Contracts | Total Value (AED) | Total Value (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Renewed | 540 | 50,640,422 | 13,799,000 |
| New | 268 | 41,160,520 | 11,216,000 |
| Grand Total | 808 | 91,800,942 | 25,014,000 |
2. By Property Ownership Type
This breakdown shows rental activity in freehold versus non-freehold areas for the weekend period.
| Ownership Type | Number of Contracts | Total Value (AED) | Total Value (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Hold | 466 | 62,101,597 | 16,921,000 |
| Non Free Hold | 342 | 29,699,344 | 8,092,000 |
| Grand Total | 808 | 91,800,942 | 25,014,000 |
3. By Property Usage
This table categorizes weekend rental contracts based on the primary intended use of the property.
| Property Usage | Number of Contracts | Total Value (AED) | Total Value (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential | 719 | 75,955,480 | 20,696,000 |
| Commercial | 89 | 15,845,462 | 4,318,000 |
| Grand Total | 808 | 91,800,942 | 25,014,000 |
4. By Primary Property Type
This summarizes the most leased types of properties by total contract value over the weekend.
| Property Type | Number of Contracts | Total Value (AED) | Total Value (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit (Flats, Offices, etc.) | 762 | 80,531,222 | 21,943,000 |
| Villa | 44 | 11,224,720 | 3,058,000 |
| Virtual Unit | 2 | 45,000 | 12,000 |
| Grand Total | 808 | 91,800,942 | 25,014,000 |
Note: The 'Unit' category is consolidated and includes Flats, Shops, Offices, and Studio contracts.
Broader Weekend Market Activity
Beyond the top ten, activity was spread across a wide range of communities. Areas such as Marsa Dubai, Jabal Ali First, Hadaeq Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid, and Al Nahda First recorded solid transaction values, indicating continued demand in these locales. Established residential areas like Mirdif, Al Barsha First, and Palm Jumeirah also featured, alongside consistent activity in Al Warsan First and Al Jadaf.
The weekend data reveals a market focused on residential leasing within freehold communities, with a healthy number of renewals being processed. The distribution across more than 80 different localities highlights the diverse and widespread nature of Dubai's rental landscape, even during a typically slower administrative period.
Disclaimer
This report is based on publicly available data and Dubai Land Department (DLD) transaction summaries as of the date mentioned in the title of this post.
Final and detailed figures from the DLD may vary upon official release.
1 US Dollar = 3.672 UAE Dirhams
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