World Islands Report 2025
World Islands is one of Dubai's most exclusive addresses - a collection of 300 private islands built by Nakheel in the Arabian Gulf, shaped like a world map and accessible exclusively by sea or air. Positioned just minutes from the Jumeirah coastline, it continues to attract the world's most discerning investors, private buyers, and globally renowned hospitality brands, establishing itself as Dubai's most coveted ultra-luxury destination.
The 2025 market data confirms the strength of this positioning. Average sales values rose from AED 3,130/sqft in 2021 to AED 4,480/sqft in 2025 - a 43% overall increase with off-plan prices leading at AED 4,600/sqft. Transaction volumes grew from 41 in 2021 to a peak of 136 in 2024, moderating to 101 in 2025, still well above early-period levels. The developer landscape is led by Damac Properties (AED 4,737/sqft), THOE Kleindienst Group (AED 4,478/sqft), and FIVE Global SKAI Holdings (AED 3,790/sqft), reflecting a tightly clustered luxury pricing range that underscores the market's consistent ultra-premium positioning.
This comprehensive World Islands Report 2025 from Driven Properties examines transaction volumes, average sales values by project and developer, product mix analysis, and the investment outlook for one of Dubai's most exclusive real estate markets.
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