Dubai recorded 310 off-plan and 244 ready sales on 3 November 2026, according to Dubai Land Department (DLD) data. That puts the off-plan share at 56% of 554 deals. Ready properties still carried more money: AED 922.4 million against AED 624.2 million for off-plan.
Off-plan vs ready: the split
Off-plan led on the number of transactions. Ready led on value, because the average ready deal was larger.
| Segment | Deals | Value (AED) | Average per deal (calculated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Off-plan | 310 | 624.2 million | AED 2.01 million |
| Ready | 244 | 922.4 million | AED 3.78 million |
| Total | 554 | 1.55 billion | – |
Off-plan was 56% of deals but about 40% of the total value. The averages are our own calculation from the DLD totals, so they include every unit type, from studios to penthouses.
Where off-plan buyers are buying
Off-plan activity was concentrated in the outer, newer communities. Of the eight busiest areas, two were entirely off-plan.
- Dubai South: 44 deals, AED 44.3 million, 100% off-plan, median AED 1,756 per sq ft. See off-plan projects in Dubai South.
- Down Town Jabal Ali: 13 deals, AED 16.6 million, 100% off-plan, median AED 1,827 per sq ft.
- Dubai Land Residence Complex: 24 deals, 92% off-plan, median AED 1,497 per sq ft.
- Jumeirah Village Triangle: 16 deals, 81% off-plan, median AED 1,553 per sq ft.
- Al Hebiah Fifth: 30 deals, AED 53.2 million, 80% off-plan, median AED 1,806 per sq ft. See off-plan projects in Al Hebiah Fifth.
- Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC): 45 deals, AED 60.2 million, 44% off-plan, median AED 1,500 per sq ft.
- Business Bay: 23 deals, AED 113.7 million, 35% off-plan, median AED 1,989 per sq ft.
Dubai Islands: the largest area by value, mostly ready
Dubai Islands (Palm Deira) had the most deals in the top eight at 51, worth AED 351.2 million, with a median of AED 2,115 per sq ft. Only 16% were off-plan. That is why ready sales held the larger share of value across the city that day.
Compared with the previous week
The 554 deals and AED 1.55 billion recorded compare with a daily average of 537 deals and AED 1.51 billion over the previous 7 days. Both figures are slightly above that average, by about 3% on deals and 3% on value. A single day's data can move for many reasons, so treat it as a snapshot.
What this means for buyers
- Price per sq ft differs by area. The off-plan-heavy areas above show medians between AED 1,497 and AED 1,827 per sq ft. Dubai Islands and Business Bay sit higher, at AED 2,115 and AED 1,989.
- A high off-plan share is not a quality signal. It shows where launches and payment-plan sales are concentrated. Check the developer, escrow account and handover date for each project.
- Ready stock suits some buyers. It can be inspected before purchase, and larger-ticket buying was weighted towards ready that day.
- Property value matters for residency. If you are considering the Golden Visa, read Dubai Golden Visa Through Property (2026) for the AED 2 million rules and how off-plan fits.
Browse off-plan projects by area or by developer. For more daily figures, see our market news.
Source: Dubai Land Department (DLD) open data and this website's project register, 3 November 2026. This is market information, not investment advice.
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Frequently asked questions
What was the off-plan share of Dubai property sales on 3 November 2026?
Off-plan was 56% of sales. DLD data shows 310 off-plan deals against 244 ready deals, 554 in total.
Did off-plan or ready sales have the higher value?
Ready sales did. They totalled AED 922.4 million, against AED 624.2 million for off-plan, even though there were fewer ready deals.
Which areas had the highest off-plan share?
Dubai South (44 deals) and Down Town Jabal Ali (13 deals) were 100% off-plan. Dubai Land Residence Complex was 92%, Jumeirah Village Triangle 81% and Al Hebiah Fifth 80%.
This article is general information about the Dubai property market, not financial advice. Prices and regulations change; ask for up-to-date details before you buy.
