Ultra-Prime · 2025 Market Intelligence

Studios Market
The World Islands

Investment-grade market analysis for prestigious studios across one of Dubai's most commanding communities curated for discerning investors and owner-occupants.

Avg. Price / Sqft

AED 4,726

+8.9% YoY

Transactions (2025)

282

+1.1% vs prior year

Gross Rental Yield

7%

Rental index AED 593,772 p.a.

Total Volume

AED 2.01B

Median deal AED 13,753,071

Year-over-Year Market Overview

The World Islands studios recorded a compelling 8.9% year-over-year appreciation in 2025, with average pricing at AED 4,726 per sqft positioning this ultra-prime, commanding segment among Dubai's most sought-after real estate. Gross rental yields of 7.0% underscore the investment-grade fundamentals, attracting a discerning global investor base seeking curated, signature assets within one of the world's most transparent and tax-efficient property markets.

Capital Growth Forecast

+4.2%

12-month forward projection

Market Tier

Ultra-Prime

Dubai luxury classification

Price Per Sqft Trends

YearAvg. AED / SqftTransactionsVolume
20244,340279AED 2113M
2025Current4,726282AED 2012M
20265,152272AED 4232M

Transaction Volume

The The World Islands studios segment recorded 282 transactions in 2025, generating AED 2.01B in total capital deployed. This commanding market activity reflects sustained institutional interest and a curated pipeline of signature transfers from both primary and secondary markets.

Volume growth of +1.1% year-over-year underscores the prestige positioning of this property type within one of Dubai's most investment-grade communities.

Investment Outlook

  • Gross Rental Yield

    7% competitive within the Ultra-Prime tier, with rental index at AED 593,772 per annum.

  • Capital Growth Forecast

    Forward projection of +4.2% over 12 months, supported by curated supply constraints and sustained prime demand.

  • Median Transaction

    AED 13,753,071 reflecting investment-grade entry points for discerning capital.

Supply Pipeline

Curated upcoming developments scheduled to deliver studios inventory in The World Islands, shaping the supply-demand dynamic for 2025 and beyond.

Prestige Quarter

Units

335

Expected Handover

Q3 2027

Prestige Quarter

Units

338

Expected Handover

Q2 2028

Prestige Quarter

Units

213

Expected Handover

Q4 2026

Prestige Quarter

Units

109

Expected Handover

Q3 2025

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