Dubai Real Estate in August – What You Need to Know
How did Dubai’s real estate market perform over the summer? Download our August market report to explore sales trends, buyer activity, pricing shifts, and where momentum is building heading into Q4.
Against the backdrop of a traditionally quieter season, how did Dubai’s property market perform? Our August snapshot brings you curated insights and fresh data from one of the busiest summers on record, helping you make sense of how Dubai’s residential market is evolving as we approach the end of the year.
Dubai’s property market showed no signs of slowing this summer. While August is typically a quieter month, transaction volumes and sales values climbed to some of the highest levels seen in 2025. Off-plan sales surged, accounting for over 72% of all deals, while villa communities remained in high demand among both investors and end-users. The resale market also saw a lift in value, driven by larger, higher-ticket transactions.
Leasing volumes dipped slightly, but the rental market remains active, and the data suggests a subtle but growing shift: more tenants are choosing to buy. With population growth, attractive yields, and sustained demand for new launches, Dubai’s residential market enters the autumn season with renewed momentum and a confident outlook.
The August edition covers one of the most active months of the year so far, with a deep dive into buyer activity, off-plan dominance, pricing trends in villa vs apartment communities, and signs of a seasonal shift in rental demand. You’ll also find comparisons with previous months to help track emerging patterns.
Not this year. August saw strong transaction volumes and values, with off-plan sales and high-value villa purchases driving growth. The report explains why Dubai’s market defied the usual summer dip — and what that might mean for the months ahead.
Yes — and the data supports it. A modest drop in rental transactions alongside rising resale activity points to more tenants making the leap to homeownership. The report explores what’s behind this shift and which communities are seeing the biggest impact.
While apartment price growth has been more modest, many villa communities have continued to post double-digit annual gains. Our Snapshot includes breakdowns by property type and community so you can see where values are rising most.
Definitely. Whether you're a first-time investor or managing a property portfolio, the August Snapshot highlights where yields remain attractive, how demand is shifting, and what to watch as the market heads into Q4.
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