UAE Living Market Dynamics, Q2 2025

Sales transactions volumes were dominated by the off-plan market, supported by healthy offplan launches across both Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Both markets also saw secondary market sales record a marked an increase in activity.

Prices maintained positive trajectory, especially amongst villa properties. Market equilibrium between supply and demand is expected to moderate price growth in specific segments, initially affecting outdated inventory in secondary locations.

Tenant preference for renewals persisted across both cities. Delivery of new residential supply, affordability constraints and updated rental regulations are helping stabilise rent increases.

Investors and landlords may witness marginal adjustment in yields in selected areas.

Key initiatives in Dubai such as “First-Time Home Buyer Programme” and “Real Estate Tokenisation Project” aim to expand access to property ownership and promote innovation in the real estate market.