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Rising Permits, Valuations, and Digital Oversight Strengthen Market Transparency
Dubai’s real estate services sector has recorded significant growth in 2025, serving over 563,000 customers, reflecting increased activity, stronger regulatory systems, and growing trust among investors and buyers.
The number of real estate permits issued rose by 24% to 26,044, driven by heightened demand for property marketing. Digital platforms continue to dominate, with 23,521 electronic advertisement permits, highlighting the shift toward online property promotion and engagement.
The expansion extends to valuation services, with the number of registered valuers reaching 133, including a 50% year-on-year increase in new registrations. This growth underscores the importance of accurate valuation in investment decisions, financing, and pricing strategies.
Valuation offices also increased to 68, enhancing the sector’s capacity to handle rising transaction volumes. In 2025, these offices processed 282,661 transactions, marking a 5% increase, while customer numbers grew by 7%, indicating higher reliance on structured and regulated transaction channels.
Dubai’s push for transparency is further supported by initiatives like the Real Estate Advertising Governance Platform, which uses digital tools and artificial intelligence to ensure compliance, reduce misinformation, and improve listing accuracy.
Additionally, registration and service trustee offices expanded to 32, reflecting a 14% growth, making real estate services more accessible and efficient for customers. overall, the sector’s combined growth across permits, valuations, and customer transactions highlights a more structured, transparent, and digitally advanced real estate market in Dubai.
Source: Gulf News
