Weekly Real Estate Rundown №49

Welcome to our weekly roundup of the latest real estate news and property transactions in Dubai. From notable launches to market trends, here's a recap of the most significant developments from the week of July 14th - 18th, 2025

Recent Launches: 

DWTN Residences
Location: Downtown Dubai
Developer: Deyaar
Unit Types: 1 to 4-bedroom apartments
Starting Price: AED 1.8 million
Overview: DWTN Residences by Deyaar offers a modern collection of upscale apartments in the heart of Downtown Dubai. With sleek architectural design and premium amenities, the development is just minutes from Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall, providing residents with a vibrant urban lifestyle and strong investment potential in one of Dubai’s most desirable locations.

Rosehill
Location: Dubai Hills Estate
Developer: EMAAR
Unit Types: 1 to 3-bedroom apartments
Starting Price: AED 1.6 million
Overview: Rosehill at Dubai Hills Estate is EMAAR’s newest residential community, designed for peaceful yet connected living. Surrounded by landscaped greenery and in close proximity to Dubai Hills Park and Mall, the development offers stylish, family-friendly apartments in a well-established master-planned neighbourhood with strong rental and resale prospects.

Avenew 888
Location: Dubai South
Developer: Avenew Developers
Unit Types: 1 to 3-bedroom apartments
Starting Price: To be announced
Overview: Avenew 888 brings modern, mid-rise living to Dubai South, an emerging hub for aviation, logistics, and residential growth. The development offers thoughtfully designed apartments with community-centric amenities and excellent access to Al Maktoum International Airport and Expo City, making it ideal for end users and investors alike.

Market Trends this Week:

Commercial Property Demand Soars as Vacancy Hits Record Low in Dubai: Dubai’s commercial real estate sector is seeing unprecedented momentum, with vacancy rates dropping to a record low of 8.6%. This sharp demand is being driven by the influx of foreign companies, new business registrations, and Dubai’s supportive economic landscape, including business-friendly regulations and low tax commitments.

Grade-A office spaces are especially in high demand, pushing rental rates upward across key business districts. Meanwhile, retail real estate remains resilient, with prime super-regional malls expanding to accommodate the growing appetite for unique shopping experiences. With waiting lists now forming for space in popular malls, the commercial market continues to show robust health amid ongoing economic shifts.


Tokenised Luxury Homes in Dubai Sell Out in Minutes, Marking a New Era for Real Estate Investment: Dubai’s real estate market continues to push boundaries as two luxury properties, tokenised through the Dubai Land Department’s blockchain initiative, were sold for a combined Dh3.4 million in just 12 minutes. The properties—a one-bedroom unit in Dubai Marina and another in Sobha Greece Vista Grande, MBR City—were purchased by hundreds of fractional investors, with buy-ins starting from just Dh2,000.

The initiative, launched in May, has already seen five properties listed and sold out in record time, demonstrating rising demand for fractional ownership and tech-integrated real estate solutions. As Dubai leads the charge in property tokenisation, it’s clear the city is shaping a more inclusive and accessible future for real estate investment.

New Leadership at Dubai Land Department Signals Strategic Real Estate Push: Dubai’s real estate landscape is set for renewed momentum following the appointment of two new CEOs at the Dubai Land Department (DLD). Under Executive Council Resolutions No. (48) and (49) of 2025, Majid Saqr Abdullah Al Marri has been appointed CEO of the Real Estate Registration Sector, while Majida Ali Rashid will now head the Real Estate Development Sector.

These sectors are instrumental in overseeing everything from property registration and ownership transparency to development licensing and compliance. The leadership changes aim to support Dubai’s continued growth as a global investment hub and align with the ambitions of the Dubai Real Estate Strategy 2033.

The appointments take immediate effect and mark a pivotal step in reinforcing the emirate’s regulatory excellence and future-forward vision for real estate development.

As the week comes to a close, Dubai's real estate market continues to showcase resilience, innovation, and investment opportunities. Stay tuned for more updates and insights as we track the dynamic developments in Dubai's property landscape.