Homebuying Interest Remains High Despite Rising Property Values

UAE residents maintain strong interest in purchasing homes, despite slight shifts in price expectations. Property Finder's Market Pulse for September and October 2025 reveals consistent home-buying appetite across demographics, with 69% of respondents planning a purchase within six months. While expectations of price drops increased marginally, this didn't deter buyers, suggesting affordability concerns are considered rather than speculative.

Dubai's property market is experiencing a record-breaking year, with November 2025 alone recording 19,019 property deals, a 30.9% year-on-year increase. Total transactions for 2025 have already surpassed the previous annual record set in 2024, with sales value reaching Dh624.1 billion. This strong performance is driven by population growth, investor inflows, and a shift towards higher-value purchases, with the average price per square foot rising.

Several communities led the surge in activity, including Jumeirah Village Circle, Wadi Al Safa 5, and Business Bay. High-end deals were also prominent, with luxury apartments and villas commanding significant prices, reinforcing the strength of Dubai's luxury segment. First sales continue to outpace resales, and properties priced between Dh1–2 million formed the largest share of sales. Apartments drove the bulk of activity, with villas and commercial properties also experiencing significant growth.

The data indicates a positive sentiment among UAE residents, with active purchase plans and developers delivering supply that the market continues to absorb. This combination of buyer confidence and Dubai's record-setting year suggests a resilient property market with significant momentum.