Khaleej Times reports that Dubai’s residential market continued to expand in November 2025, but at a slower monthly pace, with ValuStrat’s Price Index showing villas maintaining a clear lead over apartments.
The citywide VPI reached 237.3 points, up 1.4% month on month and 20.2% year on year (base January 2021 = 100). Villas climbed to 318.5 points, while apartments stood at 184.2 points, reinforcing a year-long trend of stronger demand for larger-format homes.
Villas lead capital appreciation
Villa values rose 1.8% monthly and 25.5% annually, led by Jumeirah Islands (+37.8% YoY) and Palm Jumeirah (+36.9% YoY). Freehold villas are now 206% above post-pandemic levels and 86% higher than the 2014 peak, reflecting sustained interest from high-net-worth buyers.
Apartments rise modestly, new peak signal
Apartment prices increased 1% in November, while annual growth eased to 14.8%. Remraam (+22%), Dubai Silicon Oasis (+21.5%), and The Greens (+20.5%) led gains. Overall, apartments are 84% above post-pandemic levels and have just exceeded the previous 2014 peak.
Off plan dominates activity as volumes stay elevated
Transactions remained higher than last year despite softer monthly momentum. Off plan sales accounted for 74% of residential deals. Off plan transactions were up 64.4% year on year, while ready-home sales rose 4.3% annually. Jumeirah Village Circle led both off plan and ready volumes, followed by Business Bay, Dubai Marina, and Downtown Dubai.
Ultra prime activity remains firm
The ultra prime segment stayed active, with 32 ready transactions above AED 30 million, including 10 above AED 50 million, concentrated in Palm Jumeirah, Dubai Hills Estate, Jumeirah Islands, and Emirates Hills.
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