A Record July for Dubai Real Estate
Dubai’s property market closed July with AED 63.6 billion in transactions — a 27% jump in value and a 24% rise in volume compared to July 2024. The growth was powered by a booming off-plan segment, rising demand for ready properties, and a major corporate tax concession that’s expected to attract more institutional investment.
Tax Break Boosts Investor Returns
In July, the UAE Ministry of Finance announced a policy change allowing corporate property owners to depreciate investment assets at fair market value instead of historical cost. This move not only boosts after-tax returns but also aligns the UAE with global accounting standards — a strong talking point for agents targeting developers, funds, and high-net-worth portfolio investors.
Off-Plan Dominates the Story
Primary market deals hit AED 31.9B, up 32%, with hotspots like Wadi Al Safa 3 and Dubai Investment Park leading the charge.
Ready market sales also surged — 1,961 transactions worth AED 12.2B, up 66% in volume.
Secondary off-plan sales skyrocketed 123% in value to AED 7.6B, with transactions up 88% year-on-year.
Why This Matters for Agents
Smaller units offer investors high yield and low entry points.
The new corporate tax policy could unlock more bulk and portfolio sales.
Dubai’s fundamentals — GDP growth, population inflows, and infrastructure investment — continue to underpin demand.
Off-plan remains the fastest-moving product, especially in secondary launches.
The Bottom Line
July’s performance shows a market firing on all cylinders. With policy support, strong rental yields, and investor optimism, the second half of 2025 is set to continue the momentum.