Dubai’s property market continued its remarkable run into 2025, with developers launching nearly 500 new residential units daily during the first half of the year. According to data from real estate consultancy Cavendish Maxwell, the first six months of 2025 saw approximately 325 new projects, delivering over 87,900 units to the market—an average of 490 units launched every single day.
Market Momentum Fueled by Strong DemandThis surge in supply reflects the continued strength of Dubai’s real estate sector. According to Cavendish Maxwell’s latest analysis, “This increase highlights the ongoing strength of Dubai’s real estate sector, driven by strong end-user and investor demand. Supported by growing market confidence and increased capital inflows, developers are speeding up project rollouts to take advantage of favourable market conditions and maximise absorption while demand remains strong.”
The momentum is attracting a wave of new players from India, Pakistan, Europe, and beyond. Over the past four years, Dubai’s property market has outperformed nearly every major global city, and despite sustained growth, property prices here remain lower than in cities like London, New York, Monaco, Hong Kong, and Tokyo. This affordability, paired with robust demand, continues to lure both end-users and international investors.
Apartments Dominate New Launches
Apartments remain the focal point of new supply, accounting for 86% of all new units launched between January and June 2025. This underscores the prevailing preference for apartment living in Dubai’s evolving urban landscape.
While villas and townhouses still appeal to buyers seeking more spacious, family-friendly homes, their share of new launches has declined slightly, making up 5.3% and 8.7% of the supply respectively. Developers are carefully tracking these trends and adjusting their offerings to meet changing buyer preferences.
Slippage in Delivery and Completion Trends
Despite the large volume of launches, the actual delivery of new homes is progressing at a more measured pace. Around 17,300 residential units were completed in the first half of 2025, with nearly 42.4% of handovers concentrated in key communities like Jumeirah Village Circle, Sobha Hartland, and Mohammed Bin Rashid City.
Of these completed units, apartments accounted for 77.3%, while villas and townhouses comprised the remainder. This delivery data highlights a continued bias towards high-density, vertical living in Dubai.
Looking Ahead: Dubai’s Development Pipeline
Dubai’s residential development pipeline remains robust. Over 61,800 units are under construction for delivery in the remainder of 2025, and more than 100,000 units are projected for completion in both 2026 and 2027.
However, Cavendish Maxwell notes a potential gap between planned and actual handovers:
“While projections suggest an average of 9,000 units could be delivered each month through 2027, actual completion rates are expected to be lower, which may lead to timeline shifts and delayed handovers. Notably, only 21% of residential projects scheduled for completion in 2025 have reached a construction progress of 75% or more, highlighting the potential for slippages in delivery.”
A Market of Opportunity and Evolution
Dubai’s property market in 2025 remains a dynamic arena, with developers launching projects at a record pace to meet global demand. While the pace of project handover may lag behind the rate of launches, the sheer scale of development underscores Dubai’s ambition and enduring appeal as a global real estate destination.
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