Dubai’s property market maintained momentum in October 2025, with sales values rising 4.2 per cent month-on-month despite a decline in transaction volumes, according to research from betterhomes.
The city recorded 18,339 sales transactions totalling AED46.47 billion in October.
Transaction volumes fell 1.7 per cent month-on-month, but total sales value climbed 4.2 per cent, indicating demand at higher price points and investor confidence.
Off-plan sales account for 69% of Dubai property transactions
Off-plan sales accounted for 69 per cent of transactions, while the secondary market held a 31 per cent share.
Binghatti led developers by off-plan sales value with AED3 billion, followed by Meeras, DAMAC Properties, and EMAAR. In the title-deed segment, EMAAR recorded AED4.99 billion in sales.
Buyer leads at betterhomes increased 1 per cent month-on-month, with villa interest rising 11 per cent despite a 16 per cent fall in townhouse demand.
Villas achieved an average sale price of AED14.8 million at betterhomes, above the market average of AED12.43 million recorded by Dubai Land Department, reflecting demand for properties in the upper price brackets.
“Octoberโs data reaffirms Dubaiโs strong fundamentals. Transaction values grew over 4 per cent MoM, showing that confidence remains high. Buyers are targeting quality developments with strong long-term ROI, particularly in communities like Dubai Hills Estate, JVC, and Business Bay. With 58 per cent investors and 42 per cent end-users, Dubai maintains a healthy balance between investment appeal and livability,” Christopher Cina, Director of Sales at betterhomes said in a statement.
Dubai leasing transactions reach 48,656 with apartment rentals leading growth
Tenant leads at betterhomes rose 1 per cent month-on-month, driven by apartment rentals which increased 5 per cent, while townhouse interest fell 7 per cent and villa interest declined 11 per cent.
Total leasing transactions reached 48,656, with new contracts representing 43 per cent of leases, up from 40 per cent in September.
Average lease prices recorded by Dubai Land Department were AED76,500 for apartments, AED173,000 for townhouses, and AED272,500 for villas. The betterhomes portfolio averaged AED130,500, AED218,000, and AED450,000 respectively.
Jumeirah Village Triangle led apartment rental growth at 3.7 per cent month-on-month, while Nad Al Sheba led villas at 5.3 per cent month-on-month. Four-cheque agreements were most common at 34 per cent, followed by one-cheque payments at 27 per cent.
“The rental market continues to show strong momentum, particularly in apartments where demand for flexible payment options and well-located units remains high. With over half of lease renewals retained, tenants are showing confidence in staying within Dubaiโs rental ecosystem,” Rupert Simmonds, Director of Leasing at betterhomes added.
betterhomes expects momentum to continue into Q4 2025, supported by the economy, investor interest, and international attention on Dubai’s property market.
