Dubai crosses 4m residents while property deals top Dh900 billion in record year

Dubai Crosses 4 Million Residents as Property Deals Near Dh900 Billion

Dubai’s population has surpassed four million residents, reinforcing the emirate’s position as a leading global hub for talent, investment, and business. The milestone is directly strengthening housing demand and supporting record activity in the real estate market.

Sustained population growth, driven by employment expansion and international migration, is translating into broad-based demand across rental and ownership segments. From mid-income professionals to high-net-worth individuals targeting prime communities, buyer and tenant activity remains strong across price points.

Data from the Dubai Land Department shows property sales exceeded Dh680 billion in 2025 across more than 200,000 transactions, while total transaction value — including mortgages and gifts — approached Dh919 billion. The fourth quarter recorded the highest quarterly sales value on record, reflecting sustained investor and end-user confidence.

According to Savills, population expansion remains one of the most powerful drivers of market performance. At the same time, recent interest rate reductions are expected to gradually improve mortgage affordability, further supporting buyer engagement.

With disciplined supply, infrastructure-led development, and continued global demand, Dubai’s residential sector enters 2026 positioned for sustained growth and long-term stability.

Source:Gulf News