9
Areas Tracked
Updated Q1 2025
6.8%
Average Gross Yield
Across all tracked areas
AED 1,740
Average Price / sqft
Weighted by volume
Dubai Marina
Established waterfront community
1,850
AED / sqft
6.2%
Gross Yield
+28%
5yr Growth
Waterfront Apartments High Liquidity

Dubai Marina offers one of the city's most established rental markets. Strong international tenant demand, excellent resale liquidity, and a proven track record of capital appreciation. Best for buy to let investors seeking reliable yield.

Jumeirah Village Circle
Highest tracked rental yield
950
AED / sqft
8.1%
Gross Yield
+45%
5yr Growth
Best Yield Family Friendly Entry Level

JVC consistently delivers the highest gross yields in Dubai's tracked markets. Lower entry price, strong tenant demand from young professionals and families, and significant capital appreciation over the past five years make it a compelling investment case.

Downtown Dubai
Burj Khalifa district
2,150
AED / sqft
5.4%
Gross Yield
+22%
5yr Growth
Iconic Location Prestige Tourism Driven

Downtown Dubai commands the strongest brand recognition globally. Lower yield compared to outer areas but strong holiday rental income potential and consistent demand from corporate tenants. Best for long term capital store rather than yield maximisation.

Business Bay
CBD adjacent, strong corporate demand
1,650
AED / sqft
6.8%
Gross Yield
+31%
5yr Growth
Corporate Tenants Canal Views Short Term Rental

Business Bay offers strong yields driven by corporate and DIFC worker demand. Canal views command a premium. Proximity to Downtown without the Downtown price tag makes it an attractive proposition for value oriented buyers seeking above average yield.

Palm Jumeirah
Dubai's iconic island address
3,250
AED / sqft
4.8%
Gross Yield
+52%
5yr Growth
Ultra Luxury Holiday Rental HNWI Demand

Palm Jumeirah has delivered the strongest 5 year capital appreciation of any major Dubai submarket. Lower gross yield reflects the capital intensity, but holiday let premiums of 2x to 3x annual tenancy rates are achievable on the right units.

Dubai Hills Estate
Emaar's master planned community
1,780
AED / sqft
6.1%
Gross Yield
+38%
5yr Growth
Master Planned Family Golf Course

Dubai Hills Estate has emerged as the leading family community in Dubai. A full complement of schools, retail and green space drives strong family tenant demand. Emaar's brand premium supports resale values well above submarket averages.

JLT
Jumeirah Lake Towers
1,150
AED / sqft
7.4%
Gross Yield
+35%
5yr Growth
Lake Views Metro Access Corporate

JLT delivers consistently high yields underpinned by proximity to DMCC Free Zone and metro connectivity. Older building stock means lower entry prices. A value play for yield focused investors comfortable with older assets.

Meydan
Growth corridor, strong appreciation
1,420
AED / sqft
7.2%
Gross Yield
+41%
5yr Growth
Villas Growth Play Racecourse

Meydan has delivered exceptional capital appreciation alongside strong yields, a rare combination. Ongoing infrastructure investment and proximity to Downtown Dubai continue to close the discount versus more established areas.

Dubai Creek Harbour
Emaar's waterfront city within a city
1,620
AED / sqft
6.5%
Gross Yield
+33%
5yr Growth
Waterfront New Development Creek Tower

Creek Harbour is Emaar's most ambitious megaproject since Downtown Dubai. The planned Creek Tower, retail city and marina will drive significant capital appreciation. Still in active development with off plan pricing remaining attractive.