Dubai Property Developers Record Dh36 Billion in Sales as 2025 Sets New Market Benchmarks
Strong Developer Performance Reflects Market Depth
Dubai’s real estate sector closed 2025 with record-breaking performance from leading property developers, underscoring the scale, liquidity, and resilience of the emirate’s property market. Major private developers reported exceptional sales volumes, supported by sustained investor confidence, strong end-user demand, and an accelerated pace of new project launches.
The announcement of robust sales figures highlights the breadth of market participation across multiple price segments and development formats. From large-scale master-planned communities to off-plan residential launches, developer activity remained a key driver of transaction volumes throughout the year.
Damac Properties Leads With Record Dh36 Billion in Sales
Damac Properties maintained its position as the largest private real estate developer in the UAE, announcing total sales of Dh36 billion in 2025. A defining transaction during the year was the rapid sale of Damac Islands 2, which achieved Dh11 billion in sales within just five hours following its launch in November.
The developer’s cumulative delivery record now stands at approximately 50,000 completed residential units, with more than 54,000 additional units currently under construction. This delivery scale reinforces Damac’s role as a long-term supply anchor within Dubai’s residential market.
Management commentary positioned 2026 as a transition period focused on quality-driven development, family-oriented housing, and strategic global partnerships. This shift reflects broader market trends where end-user demand and lifestyle considerations increasingly shape project design and launch strategies.
Samana Achieves Its Highest Annual Sales to Date
Samana Developers also reported a landmark year, recording Dh7.1 billion in sales during 2025. This performance marked the strongest annual result in the company’s history, exceeding its previous record of Dh5.4 billion. The sales momentum positioned Samana as the fifth highest-selling off-plan developer in Dubai for the year.
The company launched 16 new projects across Dubai in 2025, reflecting an aggressive expansion strategy aligned with market demand for mid-market and lifestyle-focused developments. Strong absorption rates across these launches contributed to the company’s elevated market ranking.
Dubai’s Real Estate Market Reaches New Transaction Highs
According to industry data, Dubai’s total real estate transaction value reached approximately Dh917 billion in 2025, representing a 20 percent increase in value compared to the previous year. Total real estate investments rose by 29 percent, reaching around Dh680 billion, reflecting heightened capital deployment across residential, commercial, and mixed-use segments.
This growth occurred alongside a significant increase in development activity. The year recorded 648 new project launches, collectively introducing more than 167,000 units to the market with an estimated value of Dh463 billion. On average, a new development was launched every 13.5 hours, illustrating the intensity of supply-side participation.
Broadening Developer Participation Shapes Supply Pipeline
A total of 258 developers launched projects during 2025, representing a 40 percent year-on-year increase compared to 2024. This expansion highlights the broadening base of supply contributors, ranging from established large-scale developers to newer entrants targeting niche segments.
The increased number of active developers reflects confidence in Dubai’s long-term demand fundamentals. At the same time, it places greater emphasis on project differentiation, execution quality, and delivery credibility as buyers become more selective.
Market Implications Heading Into 2026
The scale of sales achieved in 2025 signals a market supported by depth rather than concentration. High-value transactions, rapid absorption of new launches, and rising investment volumes collectively point to sustained confidence across both investor and end-user segments.
As supply continues to expand, market participants expect increased emphasis on asset quality, location fundamentals, and developer track record. The performance of 2025 sets a high benchmark, with future growth likely to be driven by disciplined launches and alignment with genuine residential demand rather than speculative momentum.
Conclusion: Developer Momentum Anchors Dubai’s Property Cycle
The record sales figures reported by Dubai’s leading developers underscore the emirate’s position as one of the most active and liquid real estate markets globally. Strong execution by major private developers has reinforced buyer confidence while supporting sustained transaction volumes across diverse segments.
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