Dubai Real Estate Sales Report for the Month of November, 2025
Dubai Real Estate Market Review: November 2025
The Dubai real estate market concluded November 2025 on a robust note, recording a substantial volume of both transactions and total value. The month saw 24,192 transactions with a combined value of AED 82.4 billion, demonstrating sustained investor and end-user confidence across all segments.
A key indicator of a healthy, diversified market is the split between primary and secondary inventory. This was evident in November, with 53% of transactions by count occurring in the off-plan segment, highlighting continued developer activity and future supply pipeline interest. However, the ready property segment commanded a dominant 65% of the total transactional value (AED 53.6 billion), underscoring the significant capital flowing into completed, immediate-use assets.
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The residential sector continued to be the overwhelming driver of market activity, accounting for over 98% of all transactions. The preference for freehold properties remained strong, representing 95% of the total transaction value.
Financing activity was notable, with mortgages constituting nearly 18% of all transactions. This suggests balanced participation from both cash-ready and financed buyers. The sales segment (direct purchases) formed the core of the market, responsible for 78% of transactions and 78% of the total value.
Note: For reference, USD values in the following table are calculated at a fixed exchange rate of AED 3.67 = USD 1. All USD figures are rounded to the nearest million for visual clarity.
Top 10 Performing Localities by Transaction Value
The following localities led the market in total transaction value for November 2025, showcasing where the majority of capital was deployed.
| Rank | Locality | Transaction Value (AED) | Transaction Value (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PALM JUMEIRAH | 4,783,823,326 | 1,304 Million |
| 2 | BUSINESS BAY | 4,024,903,750 | 1,097 Million |
| 3 | Um Suqaim First | 3,860,564,946 | 1,052 Million |
| 4 | BURJ KHALIFA | 3,751,343,376 | 1,022 Million |
| 5 | Al Yelayiss 1 | 2,905,543,807 | 792 Million |
| 6 | DUBAI MARITIME CITY | 2,503,769,548 | 682 Million |
| 7 | JUMEIRAH VILLAGE CIRCLE | 2,443,002,700 | 666 Million |
| 8 | Palm Deira | 2,435,508,931 | 664 Million |
| 9 | Madinat Al Mataar | 1,970,248,813 | 537 Million |
| 10 | Dubai Investment Park Second | 1,802,286,783 | 491 Million |
Market Breakdown by Key Metrics
1. By Transaction Type
This table categorizes the market activity by the nature of the transaction.
| Transaction Type | Number of Transactions | Total Value (AED) |
|---|---|---|
| Sales | 18,905 | 64,223,050,989 |
| Mortgage | 4,517 | 14,668,468,255 |
| Gifts | 770 | 3,512,610,240 |
| Grand Total | 24,192 | 82,404,129,484 |
2. By Property Construction Status
This breakdown shows the activity split between off-plan and completed properties.
| Construction Status | Number of Transactions | Total Value (AED) |
|---|---|---|
| Ready | 11,331 | 53,599,266,798 |
| Off-Plan | 12,861 | 28,804,862,686 |
| Grand Total | 24,192 | 82,404,129,484 |
3. By Property Status (Ownership Type)
This table differentiates between freehold and non-freehold transactions.
| Ownership Type | Number of Transactions | Total Value (AED) |
|---|---|---|
| Free Hold | 22,985 | 76,507,795,457 |
| Non Free Hold | 1,207 | 5,896,334,027 |
| Grand Total | 24,192 | 82,404,129,484 |
4. By Property Usage
This breakdown separates commercial and residential real estate activity.
| Property Usage | Number of Transactions | Total Value (AED) |
|---|---|---|
| Residential | 23,687 | 68,688,115,094 |
| Commercial | 505 | 13,716,014,390 |
| Grand Total | 24,192 | 82,404,129,484 |
Broader Market Activity
Beyond the top 10, a diverse range of communities contributed significantly to November's volume. Areas such as SILICON OASIS, DUBAI MARINA, Jumeirah First, Al Yufrah 1, and JUMEIRAH VILLAGE TRIANGLE each saw transaction values exceeding AED 1.2 billion. Established communities like DUBAI HILLS, DAMAC HILLS, ARABIAN RANCHES, and JUMEIRAH LAKES TOWERS continued to demonstrate strong liquidity and investor appeal, with values ranging between AED 500 million and 950 million.
The data reflects a geographically widespread market, with notable activity recorded in over 140 different localities across Dubai, from core urban centers to emerging residential districts and industrial zones. This breadth of activity underscores the depth and maturity of the emirate's real estate sector as it moves into the final month of 2025.
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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.
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