Specialists in Dubai and UAE property, based in London
As specialists in Dubai’s property market, Regenta International has a deep understanding of UAE regulations, lifestyle preferences, and lucrative investment opportunities.
Our strategic London location provides seamless access to a global clientele, particularly European investors seeking high-growth opportunities in the Middle East.
Our strategic London location provides seamless access to a global clientele, particularly European investors seeking high-growth opportunities in the Middle East.
Strong capital growth, high
yields, and record demand
Capital Appreciation & Price Trends
In Q2 2025, villa prices in Dubai climbed 28.7 % year-on-year, while apartment values increased 19.1 %.
source: ValuStrat
Over the first half (H1) of 2025, villa transactions surged by 65 % in value and 55 % in volume compared to H1 2024.
source: ValuStrat
The ValuStrat Price Index (VPI) in June 2025 stood at 220.8 points, marking a 23.9 % increase over the same month a year prior.
source: ValuStrat
According to ValuStrat’s forecasts, property prices in Dubai may climb another ~10 % by end-2025.
source: ValuStrat
On a broader scale, REIDIN data suggests the residential market’s sales price index rose by 15.60 % y-o-y (with apartments +15.22 %, villas +17.81 %) in recent reporting.
source: Global Property Guide
Transaction Volume & Demand
In Q2 2025, Dubai saw ~37,000 off-plan transactions.
source: ValuStrat
Ready / secondary (title-deed) registrations in Q2 totaled ~13,700 deals, with average prices of AED 2.7 million.
source: ValuStrat
In H1 2025, total combined sales (villa + apartment) reached 93,988 transactions, up from 76,442 in the prior year (a ~23 % volume increase).
source: ValuStrat
The value of villa sales in H1 2025 escalated from AED 71.6 billion to AED 118.5 billion.
source: ValuStrat
Supply, New Deliveries & Future Risk
Approximately 66,596 new homes are expected to be delivered in 2025; around 17,500 of those completed by mid-year.
source: ValuStrat
Developers are scrambling to meet rising demand for villas: in 2025, thousands of villa units are planned to be added across prime zones.
source: Business Insider
Top performing areas
Palm Jumeirah, Jumeirah Islands, Emirates Hills, The Meadows — some of these posted annual gains in the range of 35–41 %.
source: ValuStrat
Rental Growth & Yields
Rental growth has moderated: villa rents up ~4.8 %, apartment rents up ~7.2 % year-on-year (as of mid-2025).
source: ValuStrat
In the residential segment, yields for apartments are estimated in the 5–7% bracket; villas / townhouses more modest, around 4.5-6%.
source: Knight Frank AE
Comparative & Contextual Metrics
Affordability & per-unit pricing
Mid-2025 data suggests average property prices in Dubai reached AED 1,582 per sq ft in prime sectors.
Mid-2025 data suggests average property prices in Dubai reached AED 1,582 per sq ft in prime sectors.
source: ValuStrat
Global investor sentiment
In a Knight Frank survey, 83 % of global high-net-worth individuals said they are considering buying land in Dubai.
In a Knight Frank survey, 83 % of global high-net-worth individuals said they are considering buying land in Dubai.
source: Knight Frank AE
Yield comparison
While prime Dubai residential yields are weaker than some industrial/office yields, they remain highly attractive compared to many global gateway cities.
While prime Dubai residential yields are weaker than some industrial/office yields, they remain highly attractive compared to many global gateway cities.
source: Knight Frank AE
Capital Appreciation
27.5% average price growth in 2024
source: ValuStrat
124% property price increase since 2020
source: FT
Top-performing areas like Palm Jumeirah and Jumeirah Islands saw even higher capital gains.
source: ValuStrat
The median property price reached GBP 321 per square foot in Q1 2025, up from GBP 308 in Q1 2024, indicating continued appreciation in property values.
source: Economy Middle East
Transaction Volume & Demand
180,900 transactions in 2024 – a record high
source: Dubai Land Department
36% increase in number of sales from 2023.
source: FT
Constant inflow of expats and digital nomads boosting housing demand.
source: ValuStrat
Dubai recorded total real estate sales worth AED 142.7 billion in Q1 2025, marking a 30.3% year-on-year increase in value. The city saw 45,485 sales transactions during this period, up 22.8% compared to Q1 2024.
source: Economy Middle East
Rental Yields
Average yield: 6.97%, with some areas like:
Dubai Silicon Oasis
9.29%
9.29%
Jumeirah Village Circle
8.5%
8.5%
Business Bay
7.48%
7.48%
Average rental yields in Dubai are approximately 7%, outperforming global cities like London (2.4%) and New York (4.2%), making it an attractive destination for investors.
source: dxbinteract.com
New Supply & Government Initiatives
Expo 2020 impact still ongoing.
No property tax and no capital gains tax.
Long-term visa schemes, remote work visas, and Golden Visas attracting international buyers.
Dubai’s real estate market is backed by a steady flow of new developments and investor-friendly policies. Long-term visas, remote work permits, and no property or capital gains tax continue to attract global buyers.
Why the UAE?
Tax-free growth,
high yields,
and global appeal
Featured developments
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How it works
Step 1
Reserve Your Property
Pay a 2% Reservation Fee (EOI) to secure your unit.
Step 2
Sign & Deposit
Sign the booking form and pay 18% of the property price + 4% DLD (Dubai Land Department) fee.
Step 3
Follow the Payment Plan
Make scheduled payments, typically 40% spread over 4 years.
Step 4
Final Payment on Completion
Pay the remaining 40% upon project completion.
Step 5
Handover & Move In
Receive the keys and take ownership of your new property!
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