In 2025, Dubai’s real estate market continued to thrive, marking another successful year with growth and demand. The Dubai Land Department (DLD) reported that off-plan properties accounted for the dominant share of the market’s growth, driven by high sales volumes and rising transaction prices. Bayut’s Annual Dubai Off-Plan Property Report 2025 provides insights into key market trends, reflecting Dubai’s status and the average prices of new off-plan projects by area.
At a Glance
Dubai’s real estate market saw remarkable growth in 2025, driven by strong demand across both the apartment and villa segments.
Some key trends observed in the off-plan market are:
- Off-plan apartment sales saw Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) leading the market with 12,285 transactions, while Business Bay recorded the highest average transaction price of AED 2.38M (AED 2,672 per sq. ft.).
- The off-plan villa market also saw significant growth, with DAMAC Islands emerging as a top location, recording 5,458 sales transactions.
- Dubai Investment Park (DIP) was among the top areas with an average transaction price of AED 5.87M.
- DIP continued to offer the highest price per sq. ft. in the villa category at AED 1,763.
- In 2025, 446 new off-plan projects were launched, up from 428 the previous year, with Emaar Properties contributing the most with 49 new projects and 16,829 total transactions.
Top Areas of Interest for Off-Plan Properties
Bayut’s data indicate stable growth as the market continues to attract global investors, particularly in the off-plan market. Off-plan properties dominated the Dubai real estate market in 2025, accounting for 62.6% of total transactions.
According to Dubai Land Department (DLD) data, 134,623 off-plan sale transactions, valued at AED 293 billion, were recorded in Dubai in 2025.
Off-plan apartments for sale in Dubai were the major contributor to Dubai’s off-plan market boom, with the following top areas of interest among buyers and investors:
- Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC)
- Business Bay
- Dubai Land Residence Complex
- Dubai Science Park
- Motor City
Meanwhile, the top areas of interest for off-plan villas in 2025 included:
- DAMAC Islands
- Dubailand
- Dubai Investment Park (DIP)
- The Valley by Emaar
- Dubai South
Please note: Area popularity is based on the number of transactions recorded by the DLD in a particular area during 2025.
Featured Areas for Apartment Projects
Areas | Avg. Transaction Price | DLD Price per Sq. Ft. |
|---|---|---|
Areas Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) | Avg. Transaction Price 1,080,285 | DLD Price per Sq. Ft. 1,548 |
Areas Business Bay | Avg. Transaction Price in AED 2,384,126 | DLD Price per Sq. Ft. in AED 2,672 |
Areas Dubai Land Residence Complex (DLRC) | Avg. Transaction Price 894,960 | DLD Price per Sq. Ft. 1,408 |
Areas Dubai Science Park | Avg. Transaction Price in AED 1,234,186 | DLD Price per Sq. Ft. 1,737 |
Areas Motor City | Avg. Transaction Price 1,293,034 | DLD Price per Sq. Ft. in AED 1,893 |
Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) remained the top area of interest for off-plan apartments in Dubai in 2025 with 12,285 transactions. JVC is a residential community located near Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) and Al Khail Road (E44). It features apartments, townhouses, villas, parks, schools and neighbourhood retail outlets. Several residential projects in Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) reached completion in 2025, including Aura by Grovy and Pearl House by Imtiaz.
DLRC was the most affordable off-plan apartment area, averaging AED 894,960 (AED 1,408 per sq. ft.), while Business Bay was the priciest at AED 2.38M.
The popular new developments in JVC that caught the attention of investors and buyers were:
- Binghatti Circle
- Developer: Binghatti Developers
- Property Types: Studio, 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments, offices and retail spaces
- Average Listing Price: AED 1,175,557
- Expected Completion: Q2 2027
- Binghatti Amberhall
- Developer: Binghatti Developers
- Property Types: Studio, 1 and 2-bedroom apartments
- Average Listing Price: AED 937,760
- Expected Completion: Q1 2026
- One Sky Park by Iman
- Developer: Iman Developers
- Property Types: Studio, 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments
- Average Listing Price: AED 1,386,605
- Expected Completion: Q2 2027
Business Bay is also among the top areas for off-plan apartments with 8,612 transactions. Located near Downtown Dubai, Business Bay is a mixed-use district featuring residential towers, offices, hotels and retail outlets. The area also offers access to Sheikh Zayed Road (E11) and Al Khail Road (E44). The projects that caught investors’ and buyers’ attention in Business Bay in 2025 include:
- Binghatti Skyrise
- Developer: Binghatti Developers
- Property Types: Studio,1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments
- Average Listing Price: AED 1,707,581
- Expected Completion: Q4 2026
- Binghatti Aquarise
- Developer: Binghatti Developers
- Property Types: Studios, 1, 2, 3 and 4-bedroom apartments
- Average Listing Price: AED 1,988,988
- Expected Completion: Q1 2027
- Bayz 102 by Danube
- Developer: Danube Properties
- Property Types: Studio, 1, 2, 3 and 4-bedroom apartments and penthouses
- Average Listing Price: AED 4,236,140
- Expected Completion: Q4 2029
Dubai Land Residence Complex (DLRC) is another popular area for off-plan apartment sales, recording 6,672 transactions. It is primarily a residential community comprising apartment buildings. It also provides access to major roads, including Dubai-Al Ain Road (E66).
The prominent residential projects in DLRC include:
- Peace Lagoons by Peace Homes
- Developer: Peace Homes Developments
- Property Types: Studio,1 and 2-bedroom apartments
- Average Listing Price: AED 1,106,093
- Expected Completion: Q2 2027
- Peace Lagoons II by Peace Homes
- Developer: Peace Homes Developments
- Property Types: Studio, 1 and 2-bedroom apartments
- Average Listing Price: AED 1,368,072
- Expected Completion: Q2 2028
- Cove Grand Residence by Imtiaz
- Developer: Imtiaz Developments
- Property Types: Studio,1,2 and 3-bedroom apartments
- Average Listing Price: AED 1,106,254
- Expected Completion: Q4 2027
Dubai Science Park and Motor City were also featured among the popular areas for off-plan apartments, with 5,220 and 4,741 transactions, respectively. Located in Al Barsha South, Dubai Science Park is a mixed-use development with residential buildings and facilities supporting science and healthcare businesses. Motor City, meanwhile, is an established residential community known for its apartment developments, landscaped spaces, retail outlets and proximity to Dubai Autodrome.
Popular Areas for Villa Projects
Areas | Avg. Transaction Price | DLD Price per Sq. Ft. |
|---|---|---|
Areas DAMAC Islands | Avg. Transaction Price 2,938,516 | DLD Price per Sq. Ft. 1,427 |
Areas Dubailand | Avg. Transaction Price 3,883,367 | DLD Price per Sq. Ft. 1,441 |
Areas Dubai Investment Park (DIP) | Avg. Transaction Price 5,865,112 | DLD Price per Sq. Ft. 1,763 |
Areas The Valley by Emaar | Avg. Transaction Price 4,299,068 | DLD Price per Sq. Ft. 1,368 |
Areas Dubai South | Avg. Transaction Price 4,280,449 | DLD Price per Sq. Ft. 1,425 |
Launched in November 2024 with the Maldives, Bora Bora, Seychelles, Hawaii, Bali and Fiji clusters, DAMAC Islands led off-plan villa sales in 2025 with 5,458 transactions. It’s a master-planned residential development in Dubailand that features off-plan villas and townhouses. The project is designed around island-inspired clusters with planned recreational facilities and community amenities.
It had the lowest average off-plan villa price at AED 2.94M, while DIP was the priciest at AED 5.87M and AED 1,763 per sq. ft.
Popular off-plan projects among buyers and investors include:
- Bora Bora 3
- Developer: DAMAC Properties
- Property Types: 4 and 5-bedroom townhouses and 6-bedroom villas
- Average Listing Price: AED 3,159,829
- Expected Completion: Q4 2028
- Maldives 4
- Developer: DAMAC Properties
- Property Types: 4 and 5-bedroom townhouses and 6-bedroom villas
- Average Listing Price: AED 2,885,557
- Expected Completion: Q4 2028
- Maldives 1
- Developer: DAMAC Properties
- Property Types: 4 and 5-bedroom townhouses and 6-bedroom villas
- Average Listing Price: AED 3,839,671
- Expected Completion: Q2 2028
The off-plan property analysis shows that Dubailand ranked second in this category with 3,540 transactions. This major residential and commercial hub features an array of villa and townhouse developments, including Villanova. Its communities offer access to major roads such as Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road (E311) and Emirates Road (E611).
Some prominent off-plan villa projects in Dubailand were:
- Reportage Village 1
- Developer: Reportage Properties
- Property Types: 2, 3 and 4-bedroom townhouses
- Average Listing Price: AED 1,751,196
- Expected Completion: Q4 2027
- La Tilia at Villanova Phase 2
- Developer: Dubai Properties
- Property Types: 3 and 4-bedroom townhouses
- Average Listing Price: AED 3,587,611
- Expected Completion: Q3 2028
- La Tilia at Villanova Phase 1
- Developer: Dubai Properties
- Property Types: 3 and 4-bedroom townhouses
- Average Listing Price: AED 3,669,486
- Expected Completion: Q3 2028
Dubai Investment Park (DIP) was also a top area for off-plan villas with 3,064 transactions. Located in southwest Dubai, the area is a mixed-use community with residential, commercial, and industrial developments. It offers convenient access to Al Maktoum International Airport and Emirates Road (E611). Some key projects sought by investors include:
- Equiterra
- Developer: Emaar Properties
- Location: Grand Polo Club & Resort
- Property Types: 3 and 4-bedroom townhouses and 5-bedroom villas
- Average Listing Price: AED 5,204,953
- Expected Completion: Q3 2029
- Equiterra 2
- Developer: Emaar Properties
- Location: Grand Polo Club & Resort
- Property Types: 3 and 4-bedroom townhouses
- Average Listing Price: AED 3,951,280
- Expected Completion: Q3 2029
- Equestra
- Developer: Emaar Properties
- Location: Grand Polo Club & Resort
- Property Types: 3 and 4-bedroom townhouses and 5-bedroom villas
- Average Listing Price: AED 3,723,482
- Expected Completion: Q3 2029
Besides the aforementioned, The Valley by Emaar and Dubai South also ranked among the popular areas for off-plan villas with 2,953 and 1,490 transactions, respectively. Located along Dubai-Al Ain Road (E66), The Valley is a master-planned development featuring villas, townhouses and planned recreational facilities. Dubai South, located near Al Maktoum International Airport and Expo City Dubai, is a mixed-use district comprising residential, commercial and logistics developments.
Key Developer Insights
2025 saw the launch of 446 new projects, indicating strong investor demand for off-plan properties in Dubai. Here are the top developers for this year:
Emaar Properties
Emaar Properties is one of Dubai’s best-known developers, with landmark projects including Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall. Its portfolio includes residential, commercial and mixed-use communities. Emaar led the featured developers in new project launches, with 49 projects, 16,829 sales transactions and 15,113 new residential units in 2025.
Sobha Realty
Sobha Realty develops premium residential communities and integrated projects, with a focus on construction quality and contemporary design. The developer recorded 16,542 sales transactions in 2025, placing second among the featured developers by transaction count. It also launched 4 projects and introduced 11,566 new residential units.
DAMAC Properties
DAMAC Properties is known for luxury villas and apartments within master-planned communities, including developments inspired by resort living. It ranked third among the featured developers by transaction count, recording 16,458 sales transactions in 2025. The developer launched 32 projects comprising 12,148 new residential units.
Binghatti Developers
Binghatti Developers focuses on residential and commercial projects with distinctive architectural designs. It ranked fourth among the featured developers by transaction count, recording 9,786 sales transactions in 2025. The company also launched 14 projects and added 9,664 new residential units to Dubai’s off-plan market.
Samana Developers
Samana Developers specialises in mid-range and luxury residential projects, offering contemporary apartments with a range of amenities. It ranked fifth among the featured developers by transaction count, recording 4,513 sales transactions in 2025. The company launched 16 projects and introduced 6,278 new residential units during the year.
This concludes Bayut’s 2025 Annual Dubai Off-Plan Property Report. The market maintained strong momentum, driven by sustained buyer interest and new project launches. With a wide range of residential developments across popular communities, the sector continues to play a significant role in Dubai’s evolving real estate landscape.
Data sourcing & analysis disclaimer: All prices in this report are quoted in AED. Areas and off-plan projects mentioned in the article are selected based on their popularity as per the user search activity on the platform, while the asking prices are based on average listing sale prices in Dubai on Bayut.com, as per the properties advertised by real estate agencies on behalf of their clients. Figures represent advertised prices only and do not reflect actual transaction prices unless stated. The average transaction prices and prices per sq. ft. for the featured areas are based on off-plan sales recorded by the Dubai Land Department (DLD). Reported price metrics are calculated as averages after removing outliers to reduce the influence of extreme values and provide a more robust summary of advertised market prices. The analysis compares the last 12 months with the previous 12-month period, as of December 2025.
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