Dubai Real Estate Rental Daily Report: November 30 - December 2, 2025
Dubai Rental Market Pulse: Weekend Wrap (Nov 30 - Dec 2)
Even with the National Day holiday in the mix, the rental market didn't really take a break. We clocked 955 new leases signed over the long weekend, adding up to AED 122 million in fresh rental commitments. That's not a blockbuster number, but it's a solid sign that tenant demand has steady momentum heading into December.
The story here is straightforward: apartments are flying off the shelf, making up the vast majority of deals. But don't sleep on the villa segment—those 80 contracts brought in over AED 35 million, which tells you the family and premium rental market is holding up very well. As always, the freehold communities are the star performers, grabbing nearly 2 out of every 3 dirhams spent on rent. Tenants are voting with their wallets for those master-planned communities.
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Where the Action Was: Top Areas for Rentals
Let's cut to the chase and talk about locations. The leaderboard gives you a perfect snapshot of Dubai's rental landscape right now: a mix of iconic luxury, steady suburban workhorses, and a surprise standout in the industrial sector.
Here’s the top 10 by total rental value locked in:
| Rank | Locality | Contracts Signed | Total Value (AED) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Palm Jumeirah | 10 | 14,790,000 |
| 2 | Burj Khalifa | 62 | 13,155,926 |
| 3 | Jabal Ali Industrial First | 17 | 12,734,106 |
| 4 | Me'Aisem First | 30 | 5,725,585 |
| 5 | Jabal Ali First | 53 | 3,746,868 |
| 6 | Al Barshaa South Second | 2 | 3,499,000 |
| 7 | Al Barsha South Fourth | 47 | 3,488,457 |
| 8 | Hadaeq Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid | 18 | 3,219,870 |
| 9 | Marsa Dubai | 25 | 3,218,389 |
| 10 | Business Bay | 31 | 3,035,820 |
What this tells us: The Palm doing what it does—commanding top dollar with a handful of very high-value leases. Downtown (Burj Khalifa) is the volume king for apartments, no surprise there. The real eyebrow-raiser is Jabal Ali Industrial First shooting up to third place. That's not residential; that's big-ticket commercial/industrial space getting snapped up, likely for logistics or labor camps. It’s a reminder that Dubai’s engine isn’t just homes.
Meanwhile, areas like Al Barsha South Fourth and Me'Aisem First are your reliable, high-volume family zones—always in demand. Business Bay hanging in the top 10 confirms its lasting appeal for professionals.
The Breakdown: What's Renting & Where
A quick look at the numbers by property type and area type:
By Asset Class:
| Property Type | Volume | Total Value (AED) | My Take |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flats | 767 | 64.4M | The bread and butter. Huge volume. |
| Villas | 80 | 35.4M | Fewer deals, but much higher average ticket size. Strong. |
| Shops/Offices | 58 | ~5.2M | Steady commercial activity. |
By Community Type:
| Area Type | Contracts | Value (AED) |
|---|---|---|
| Freehold Areas | 594 | 91.0M |
| Non-Freehold | 361 | 31.0M |
The bottom line for landlords and investors: Demand is broad-based. If you have a well-priced unit in a freehold community, especially an apartment in a central location or a villa in a family suburb, it will move. The holiday just proved the market’s underlying resilience.
For tenants? The competition is still there, particularly in those high-volume suburban areas. The Palm and premium villas operate in their own league, but for everything else, the market feels active and stable.
Let me know if you're seeing specific trends in your area—or if you're looking to lease out or rent. The data is pointing to a busy December.
Why this sounds more like a broker:
- Conversational Tone: Uses phrases like "Let's cut to the chase," "don't sleep on," "eyebrow-raiser," "bread and butter."
- Direct Address: Speaks to "landlords and investors" and "tenants" directly with actionable takeaways.
- Analytical Flair: Adds a "My Take" column and interprets what the numbers mean for clients, not just what they are.
- Strategic Emphasis: Highlights surprises (Jabal Ali Industrial) and confirms known truths (Palm, Downtown) to show market insight.
- Personal Touch: Ends with an invitation for direct contact ("Let me know..."), which is a key broker tactic.
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
This report is merely informative, and all investments come with risk. You are responsible for your decisions.