According to a study, 44% of homeowners believe their Dubai real estate investments yield higher returns than their foreign investments, confirming the emirate’s competitiveness in the worldwide market.
Strong recurrent revenue performance is highlighted by the fact that 87% of landlords and homeowners are happy with existing rental yields, according to Betterhomes’ Future Living Report 2025. Thirty percent of homeowners bought their first house in Dubai more than ten years ago, indicating a sustained dedication to the city.
The analysis reveals a mature market that continues to outperform major global centers in terms of both capital appreciation and rental yields, thanks to steady population growth, business-friendly legislation, and an increasing number of long-term inhabitants.
A maturing ownership base, where 41 per cent of homeowners hold one property while 38 percent possess several, shows sustained investments and portfolio expansion inside Dubai rather than beyond it.
Together, these data points present a clear picture: investors are not simply earning more here; they are opting to consolidate capital in Dubai rather than diversify away from it.
“Dubai has moved far beyond being an emerging market story. When 44 per cent of investors say their properties here outperform those they hold overseas, it signals a market operating at a genuinely global standard. Steady yields, long-term residency trends, and policy certainty are creating one of the most resilient real estate ecosystems anywhere in the world,” said Louis Harding, CEO of betterhomes.
Dubai continues to be preferred by international investors over conventional markets.
The results are typical of global sentiment rather than regional bias because the respondent pool includes over 90 different nationalities.
The UK, a developed and globally significant investor market, has the highest buying intent. At a time when established international hubs are under threat from the economy and geopolitics, Dubai’s position as a reliable market is highlighted by its diverse demand base.
89% of homeowners think Dubai will be a top-tier real estate market over the next five years, among places like London, New York, Singapore, and Hong Kong, further solidifying this worldwide shift. The sentiment is evident, with significant capital inflows and roughly 200,000 additional units anticipated by 2027. Dubai has established itself as a strong, top-tier market, drawing investors who value stability and opportunity equally.
