Dubai Real Estate Sales Daily Report: December 3rd, 2025
Dubai Real Estate Sales Report: December 3, 2025
The market resumed activity on Tuesday, December 3rd, following the National Day holiday, recording a robust AED 2.57 billion in total transaction value across 763 sales deals. This performance underscores a strong return to trading momentum and indicates sustained investor confidence as the year progresses.
A key data point from the day is the clear preference for ready properties, which accounted for AED 1.53 billion (approximately 60%) of the total value. This shift suggests active participation from end-users and investors seeking immediate occupancy and rental yields, complementing the ongoing off-plan demand. Furthermore, the market's orientation toward freehold areas remains absolute, with such properties constituting 99.2% of the day's total transaction value.
Le Pont Building 1, Ready Beachside Apartment for Sale in Port de La Mer
Source: Building Arabia.
Top 10 Localities by Transaction Value
The geographic distribution of sales highlights both established prime districts and emerging growth corridors. The following table details the top-performing areas by total transaction value for December 3rd.
| Rank | Locality | Total Value (AED) | Number of Deals |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Palm Jabal Ali | 472,060,000 | 15 |
| 2 | Madinat Al Mataar | 229,727,664 | 82 |
| 3 | Business Bay | 167,909,725 | 56 |
| 4 | Jumeirah First | 126,346,000 | 2 |
| 5 | Wadi Al Safa 5 | 118,746,163 | 59 |
| 6 | Majan | 88,861,036 | 13 |
| 7 | Palm Deira | 83,105,382 | 15 |
| 8 | Dubai Marina | 72,469,475 | 17 |
| 9 | Madinat Dubai Almelaheyah | 69,490,512 | 20 |
| 10 | Jumeirah Islands | 65,520,000 | 3 |
Analysis of Top Performers:
The standout performance of Palm Jabal Ali, leading the market by a significant margin, points to major capital deployment in this emerging mega-development. Its high value from a moderate number of deals suggests large-scale plot or development sales. Conversely, Madinat Al Mataar demonstrated high-volume trading, reflecting its status as a consistent off-plan and mid-market hub. The sustained presence of Business Bay and Dubai Marina confirms enduring demand in core commercial and residential zones, while Jumeirah First and Jumeirah Islands represent significant high-value transactions in established luxury villa communities.
Market Composition Breakdown
The day's activity can be segmented into the following key categories:
1. By Transaction Type
| Type | Total Value (AED) | Number of Deals |
|---|---|---|
| Sales | 2,218,853,198 | 629 |
| Mortgage | 291,572,725 | 110 |
| Gifts | 60,644,073 | 24 |
2. By Asset Class
Land transactions were the primary driver of total value, while apartments dominated transaction volume.
| Property Type | Total Value (AED) | Number of Deals |
|---|---|---|
| Land | 1,095,769,180 | 79 |
| Apartments (Flats) | 1,246,633,493 | 607 |
| Villas | 121,191,386 | 44 |
| Commercial Assets | 595,573,500 | 25 |
3. By Property Status
| Status | Total Value (AED) |
|---|---|
| Ready | 1,532,425,018 |
| Off-Plan | 1,038,644,979 |
Market Implications & Outlook
The data from December 3rd presents a multifaceted view of the current market dynamics. The dominance of ready property sales may signal a short-term rotation among investors towards assets with immediate income potential. The extraordinary activity in Palm Jabal Ali is a strong indicator of developer and institutional confidence in Dubai's next major growth corridor.
For market participants, this signifies:
- For Developers: Strong end-user demand for ready inventory in central locations, alongside significant investor interest in future growth areas like Palm Jabal Ali.
- For Investors: A balanced market offering opportunities across the spectrum—from high-value land banking in emerging zones to liquid apartment investments in established communities.
- For the Broader Market: The sustained high volume and value, particularly in freehold areas, reinforce Dubai's structural appeal and suggest a stable foundation for continued activity through the end of the year.
This report reflects a healthy, mature market operating with diversity across asset types, locations, and buyer profiles.
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.
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