What to Expect from the UAE Real Estate Market in 2025

Property prices in Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah remain more accessible compared to Dubai, making these emirates increasingly attractive to investors. Experts predict a real estate boom in 2025, as both cities are expected to draw a larger share of international capital inflows.

That said, Dubai will continue to lead the market.

Key Factors Driving This Shift

• The world's largest casino is set to open on Al Marjan Island, Ras Al Khaimah, in 2027, serving as a catalyst for rising demand and price appreciation.

• Luxury branded residences are rapidly expanding, with 5,600 new units expected to be delivered in Ras Al Khaimah by 2029.

• Greater availability of prime coastal land—both Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah have more untouched beachfront and undeveloped islands compared to Dubai, where new land often requires artificial reclamation.

• The rapid development of Yas and Saadiyat Islands, with Saadiyat emerging as a cultural district featuring the Louvre Abu Dhabi, the upcoming Guggenheim Abu Dhabi, the Abrahamic Family House, and other landmark attractions.

The UAE real estate sector is expected to grow by 10% in 2025, driven by:

• A strong preference for off-plan properties over resale units.

• A steady increase in ultra-luxury developments.

• The expansion of new prime residential districts.