Dubai rental sector posts solid gains

Dubai’s rental sector showed strong performance throughout 2025, reflecting a stable real estate market and growing operational maturity.

According to the Dubai Land Department, registered tenancy contracts rose 6 per cent in volume and 17 per cent in value compared to 2024, reaching 1.38 million contracts valued at AED 126.4 billion, highlighting continued momentum in both residential and commercial activity.

New tenancy contracts climbed to over 513,000, up 10 per cent, while renewals increased by 3 per cent to more than 514,000, signalling higher stability and customer satisfaction.

This balanced performance aligns with the Dubai Economic Agenda D33, which aims to enhance quality of life and strengthen Dubai’s global position as a place to live, work and invest.

It also supports the Dubai Real Estate Sector Strategy 2033, which focuses on building a sustainable market, balancing ownership and rental options, and improving the customer experience.

The rental sector continues to serve as a gateway to homeownership and a key pillar of social and economic stability.

Meanwhile, 2025 also saw progress in real estate development, with 124 completed projects, a 7 per cent increase, valued at AED 27.5 billion, up 23 per cent, reflecting efficient execution and sustained development activity.

Projects under construction rose 25 per cent to 937, underscoring developer confidence and strong future momentum in the sector.

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— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) February 23, 2026