Real Estate and Construction
Transactions in 2025
| Emirate | 2025 |
|---|---|
| Dubai | More than 270,000 transactions worth AED 917bn, up 20% |
| Abu Dhabi | 42,814 transactions worth AED 142bn: AED 99.4bn of sales and AED 42.7bn of mortgages |
Source: Dubai Public Debt Management Office: Dubai real estate transactions exceed AED 917 billion in 2025; Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre: 2025 performance, AED 142 billion of transactions (January 2026)1,2
In the economy
Construction grew 11.1% in 2025, the fastest of any activity, and real estate activities grew 7.9%. Construction made up 12.9% of non-oil GDP.3,4
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is the UAE property market?
Dubai recorded more than 270,000 transactions worth AED 917 billion in 2025 and Abu Dhabi 42,814 transactions worth AED 142 billion.
Sources
- Dubai Public Debt Management Office: Dubai real estate transactions exceed AED 917 billion in 2025
- Abu Dhabi Real Estate Centre: 2025 performance, AED 142 billion of transactions (January 2026)
- The National: UAE GDP hit $517bn in 2025 as non-oil sector grew 6.8% (May 2026)
- Fast Company Middle East: UAE economy grows 6.2% in 2025 as GDP reaches AED 1.9 trillion
Figures checked 21 October 2026. Prepared by Invest-Emirates.ae for general information. It is not investment, tax or legal advice; please confirm details with a qualified adviser before acting.