Dubai Real Estate Market Soars in Q2 2024: Key Highlights and Insights
The Dubai real estate market continues to showcase its dynamism and resilience, achieving remarkable milestones in Q2 2024. With a record-breaking number of transactions and impressive growth in both off-plan and ready property segments, the market's performance underscores its enduring appeal to investors and homebuyers alike.

According to the Dubai Land Department (DLD), Q2 2024 witnessed a historic high of 43,522 sales transactions, a substantial 45% increase compared to the same period in 2023​ ( Property construction week online ) ​. This surge not only highlights the market's robustness but also reflects the growing confidence of investors in Dubai's real estate sector.

The off-plan segment was a significant driver of this growth, with 26,268 transactions recorded, nearly matching the peak levels of 2009. This represents an 80% year-over-year growth, underscoring the strong demand for properties that are still under construction. Off-plan transactions made up 60.4% of the total transaction volume, a notable increase from 51% in Q2 2023​ ( Property construction week online ) ​. The total value of these transactions reached AED 53.214 billion, setting a new record and surpassing previous highs by 12%.

The market for ready properties also showed substantial growth. In Q2 2024, 17,254 transactions were recorded, constituting 40% of the total transactions. This marks an 11.6% increase in volume compared to the previous year​ ( Property construction week online ) ​. The value of these transactions reached AED 71.190 billion, a 27% increase from Q2 2023, demonstrating continued investor interest in ready-to-move-in homes.

While Dubai's real estate market flourished, Abu Dhabi faced contrasting trends. The capital city experienced a decline in total sales transactions, dropping to 2,489 from 3,028 in Q2 2023, a decrease of 17.8%. Similarly, the value of transactions fell to AED 6.7 billion, a 19% decrease from the previous year​ ( Property construction week online ) ​. This disparity highlights Dubai's unique position as a preferred destination for real estate investment within the UAE.

Several areas in Dubai continued to attract significant interest from investors and homebuyers. Notable hotspots include Dubai Marina, Downtown Dubai, Jumeirah Village Circle, Business Bay, and Palm Jumeirah. These locations offer diverse investment opportunities, catering to a wide range of preferences and budgets​ ( Property construction week online ) ​.

The Q2 2024 performance of Dubai's real estate market reaffirms its status as a vibrant and resilient sector. With record-breaking transactions, significant growth in both off-plan and ready property markets, and continued interest in prime investment areas, Dubai remains a top destination for real estate investment. As the market evolves, it presents numerous opportunities for investors, developers, and homebuyers to capitalize on its growth and dynamism.

For more detailed insights and data, check out the full report on the Dubai Land Department website.

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