Tenants Become Buyers: Dubai Property Transactions Hit $11.54bn in August
Dubai’s real estate market is undergoing a fundamental shift. New data from Engel & Völkers reveals a massive AED 42.4 billion ($11.54bn) in property transactions for August 2025, fueled by a powerful new trend: tenants are now buying homes.
Market on Fire: Key August 2025 Stats
Total Transactions: 17,879 (Up 17% YoY)
Transaction Value: AED 42.4 Billion (Up 12% YoY)
Secondary Market Sales: Surged 22% in 2025
Off-Plan Dominance: 75% of all sales (Up 25% YoY)
Why Renters Are Now Buying in Dubai
Rising rental costs and a quest for stability are driving the change. Families and young professionals are leading the charge.
Equity Over Rent: Residents are choosing mortgage payments that build wealth instead of rent checks that offer no return.
Market Confidence: A 22% surge in secondary market sales proves growing confidence in Dubai as a permanent home.
Rental Yields Beat Global Hubs: Dubai’s average 6.76% yield crushes London (3-5%) and Singapore (3-4%), making buying the smarter financial move.
Hotspots: Where Prices Are Soaring
Massive year-on-year price growth is recorded in key communities:
Villas: Victory Heights (+37.0%), Dubai Hills Estate (+26.0%), Arabian Ranches (+23.2%)
Apartments: Jumeirah Village Triangle (+29.3%), Jumeirah Village Circle (+17.0%)
The Bottom Line: A Sustainable Boom
“Dubai’s market is fueled by a dual dynamic: strong global investment and a clear shift among residents toward homeownership,” said Daniel Hadi, CEO of Engel & Völkers Middle East.
This isn’t a short-term spike. With high rental yields, continued population growth, and a strong economic foundation, Dubai real estate is being redefined by residents putting down roots for the long haul.
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