Dubai property guides
What homes really cost to buy, own and rent in Dubai, from Dubai Land Department records.
How to Buy an Apartment in Dubai in 2026: Steps, Fees and Real Prices
The 7 steps to buy an apartment in Dubai, every fee in AED, and what flats really sold for. A typical ready 1 bedroom went for AED 1.02M in the 12 months to July 2026 (DLD).
Rent or Buy in Dubai? What Each Costs a Year, Area by Area
Owning a typical 1 bedroom costs less a year than renting it in all 11 Dubai areas we checked. Buying fees take 2.6 to 8.7 years to earn back, except on Palm Jumeirah. DLD data.
Buying an Apartment in Dubai Marina: Prices by Building and What to Check
What Dubai Marina apartments sold for, building by building: AED 1,277 to 3,267 per sq ft, a typical 1 bed at AED 1.52M, gross yields up to 7.8%. DLD data to July 2026.
Dubai Service Charges in 2026: Rates by Area and the Full Cost of Owning
The median Dubai service charge is AED 15.52 per sq ft a year across 1,606 RERA-approved budgets. Rates for 15 areas, what a typical 1 bedroom pays, and every other owner cost.
Dubai property market report
Monthly sales, prices and the busiest areas across Dubai.