Dubai office sales have broken all previous records in both volume and value this year. Investors showed strong interest in the office real estate sector, spending Dh2.8 billion in just over 900 transactions during Q1. This surge shows how Dubai remains attractive to local and international business investors.
Compared to last year, office sales values jumped by 83 percent. Transaction volumes also climbed nearly 24 percent. These increases reflect solid investor confidence and growing demand for workspace across the city. Dubai continues to position itself as a major business hub for global and regional companies.
Dubai office sales saw strong performance in both ready and off-plan segments. While ready offices still led the market, off-plan office transactions recorded a massive rise. In Q1, off-plan transaction values reached Dh800 million, an eightfold jump from Dh100 million the year before. This shows rising interest in future-ready commercial spaces.
Out of 933 total transactions, 18 percent involved off-plan office units. This was up from just 8 percent in the same quarter last year. The data came from Cavendish Maxwell’s Dubai Office Market Performance report, which tracks sales trends across the city. The findings confirm growing diversity in investor preferences.
Business Bay led all locations with the highest number of office sales. It saw 316 transactions in Q1 alone. This area remains a top choice for buyers due to its location, infrastructure, and growing business activity. The report highlights how central locations continue to attract the most commercial real estate deals.
Vidhi Shah, director and head of commercial valuation at Cavendish Maxwell, noted the record-breaking trend. Dubai Office Sales She said Dubai’s reputation as a global business hub continues to grow stronger each year. She pointed to a near 40 percent rise in foreign company registrations in Q1 compared to last year.
These companies include both large multinationals and small enterprises. Their arrival signals growing investor trust and increasing demand for high-quality office space. More businesses are choosing Dubai as their headquarters, fueling the vibrant commercial market.
Dubai office sales are expected to continue rising as more firms relocate or expand. The outlook remains strong, especially for off-plan projects that match future business needs. Investors now view commercial property as a solid growth opportunity in the UAE.
