Did Global Super-Prime Property Sales Rise 6% in Q1 2025?

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Key Takeaways
- Global super-prime sales increased by 6% in Q1 2025.
- 527 transactions worth $9.43 billion were recorded.
- Dubai led the market with 111 transactions.
- Palm Beach and Miami showed substantial growth.
- Market resilience persists despite global uncertainties.
New Delhi, June 20 (NationPress) — The global landscape for super-prime residential property transactions witnessed a significant 6 percent increase in the first quarter (Q1) of 2025, according to a recent report released on Friday. During this period, a total of 527 super-prime transactions valued at $9.43 billion occurred across 12 major global cities, rising from 498 transactions in the preceding quarter, as per insights from real estate advisory Knight Frank.
The average sale price for these luxurious residences was $17.9 million.
Dubai once again topped the global rankings, boasting the highest number of transactions at 111 deals and leading in transaction volume.
Palm Beach and Miami also showed remarkable growth, with Palm Beach experiencing a surge to 74 deals in Q1 2025, a recovery from just 21 deals in Q4 2023.
Miami saw a 35 percent increase in deal count year-on-year, with transaction volumes nearly doubling compared to the same timeframe last year.
New York recorded 75 transactions, while London and Hong Kong faced a downturn after strong performances in late 2023.
Hong Kong's deal volume fell to 42, reflecting a 16 percent decline from the prior year, with total volumes dropping to $690 million.
London experienced a more pronounced slowdown, achieving only 34 deals in Q1 2025, a 37 percent drop year-on-year, with total value decreasing to $590 million.
Knight Frank emphasizes that despite escalating global uncertainties, the super-prime market remains vibrant. However, they advise that buyers and developers must remain vigilant to factors like changing interest rates, currency fluctuations, and local policy adjustments while strategizing their investments.
The report encompasses both quarterly and annual data focused on residential sales exceeding $10 million across key global locations.