Dubai Real Estate Sees Global Surge

Dubai’s dynamic property market continues to strengthen its global appeal in 2025, with Indian, British, and Italian investors leading residential real estate acquisitions, according to the latest market insights from Betterhomes.

The UAE’s most cosmopolitan city also recorded a sharp 150% year-on-year increase in Egyptian buyers, reflecting shifting investment strategies amid economic instability in key emerging markets.

 

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Global Buyers Reshaping Dubai’s Property Landscape

According to the report, Russians and Pakistanis round out the top five foreign nationalities actively purchasing property in Dubai this year. But the most notable demographic shift comes from Egyptian and Italian investors.

• Italian investment rose by 22%, driven by interest in Dubai’s tax-friendly environment, secure returns, and high-end lifestyle options.
• Egyptian investors, grappling with local currency depreciation, are increasingly turning to Dubai’s dollar-pegged real estate market as a hedge against economic uncertainty.

“Many of our Egyptian clients are turning to Dubai for financial stability and long-term security. It’s not just about buying homes—it’s about protecting generational wealth,” said Christopher Cina, Director of Sales at Betterhomes.

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Why Dubai? Stability, Yields & Golden Visas

Dubai’s property market continues to offer a compelling mix of benefits for international investors:

• 6-8% rental yields, among the highest in major global cities
• Capital appreciation potential in strategic locations across the emirate
• No property taxes, offering long-term financial incentives
• 100% foreign freehold ownership in designated areas
• Access to the Golden Visa for property purchases above AED 750,000, offering long-term UAE residency

These features are drawing new interest from Lebanese, Iranian, and emerging-market investors, in addition to established buyer groups from Europe and Asia.

 

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Outlook: Emerging Markets Poised to Fuel Future Growth

Betterhomes projects continued momentum in Dubai’s property sector throughout 2025 and beyond, particularly as geopolitical shifts and currency volatility push investors to seek safe, high-growth real estate markets.

“Dubai is more than a luxury destination—it’s now a strategic wealth hub,” Cina added. “We anticipate rising demand from regions like North Africa, South Asia, and parts of Europe, making Dubai one of the most desirable global property markets of the decade.”

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Global World Citizen Insight:

Dubai’s real estate rise signals a new phase of global investment migration. With world citizens seeking financial havens amid inflation, devaluation, and geopolitical shifts, cities like Dubai—offering tax neutrality, long-term residency, and resilient infrastructure—are positioning themselves as next-generation global wealth capitals.

 

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