Dubai real estate investment in 2025: high yields and Golden Visa opportunities
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Real Estate in the UAE for capital protection and growth with a yield of ~8%
We select high-liquidity properties for investment and comfortable living in the UAE. Our team handles all document verification and provides full support throughout the transaction
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Transaction volume $241.1 billionIn the real estate sector in the UAE in 2024
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12% increase in value per 1 m²On average across the UAE for 2024
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6–8% increase in yieldOn average from long-term rentals per year
Verified by Analysts: the Best Offers by Location, Infrastructure and Deadlines
From $174,000
Voxa
Located in Jumeirah Village Triangle (JVT), Dubai
Deadline
Q3 2028
From $1,004,787
Hayat Townhouses
Located in a green district near Expo City, Dubai
Deadline
Q2 2028
From $723,200
HQ Offices
The first branded Rove Offices in the heart of Dubai
Deadline
Q1 2029
From $517,400
Sunset Bay 5
Located on the island,
three minutes from the beach, Dubai
Deadline
Q4 2027
From $460,180
Wynwood Horizon
Located near the Ras Al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary
Deadline
Q2 2028
From $195,000
Radiant Elite
City and waterfront living in the heart of Abu Dhabi
Deadline
Q4 2028
Investing in UAE real estate: key numbers and facts
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The UAE economy grew by 4% in 2024. The International Monetary Fund forecasts 5% growth in 2025
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In 2024, 331,300 transactions were completed. In total, they reached $241,1. It was in Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman. It was almost 1.7 times more in terms of numbers. This metric became 16% more expensive than in 2023
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In 2024, 38,500 new residential properties were commissioned in Dubai islands and 6,000 in Abu Dhabi
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In 2024, mortgages in the UAE are issued at 3.7-5% per annum, with a term of up to 25 years
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Buying real estate in UAE for $205,000 gives benefits. It allows you to get a two-year residence visa. You can also get an UAE Golden Visa. It is available for $545,000+ purchase
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Income in the UAE from rent, resale, or earnings are not taxed, regardless of residency status
Real estate rental in the UAE: demand, profitability, prospects
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In 2024, the United Arab Emirates welcomed 29.1 million tourists. This is a record figure, exceeding the 2023 result by 15.5%
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During 2024, rental rates increased by 15.5% in Dubai and 12% in Abu Dhabi compared to 2023
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Rental yields in 2024:
• in Dubai — 6.5%
• in Abu Dhabi — from 6%
• in Ajman — from 5.3%
• in Sharjah — from 5%
• in Ras al-Khaimah — from 5%
Forms of Property Ownership: Freehold vs Leasehold
Choosing the type of ownership depends on your purchase goals, budget, and investment strategy
Learn the key differences between Freehold and Leasehold
| Freehold | Leasehold | |
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Ownership rights |
Full ownership |
Long-term rent |
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Price |
Market price |
20-30% cheaper than freehold areas |
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Tenure |
Unlimited |
99 years with the possibility of extension |
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Possibility of resale |
No restrictions |
It is possible to sell the lease right with the consent of the owner |
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Inheritance |
Available |
Available |
How to invest in UAE real estate: resale and rental as key strategies
Dubai Real Estate and Construction Index (DFMRE)
Resale with a 25–35% capital gain
by the time of project completion
Rental income of 7–9%
for long-term leasing
Tax rate 0%
on resale and real estate income
Popular emirates for investment, residence or rental
Dubai
The largest city and international financial center in the UAE. Dubai South and Al Furjan are home to major Emaar investment projects, tourist infrastructure and high demand for rentals.
Property types in the UAE
Apartments
- from 30 m²
- from studios to 4 rooms
Access to fitness centers, swimming pools, lounge areas, and children's playgrounds. All properties for sale are fully finished, with built-in furniture — kitchens and equipped bathrooms
The price includes at least one parking space, and two spaces are for apartments with an area of 140 m² or more
$4,900
average price per m²
Townhouses
- from 120 м²
- 2–5 bedrooms
- several levels
Residents have access to the complex’s shared infrastructure: gyms, swimming pools, tennis courts and playgrounds.
Each townhouse has a separate entrance, individual parking, and a small courtyard.
$4,050
average price per m²
Villas
- from 200 m²
- 3-7 bedrooms
Each villa has its own territory with a garden, garage, and often a private swimming pool.
Some premium projects contain internal elevators.
$4,050
average price per m²
Neginski Experts Work in the Interests of the Client, not the Developers
We live and work in UAE. We know the market from the inside. We help invest and buy real estate, taking into account all local nuances and opportunities
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We analyze the market to offer the best property in UAE for investment or residence
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We select options within the budget, preferences for areas and type of housing
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We provide support at all stages of the transaction for registration with the land department
We select properties for a safe purchase
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Assess risks
Verify that the property is free from arrests, liens, and other encumbrances
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Conduct developer audits
Research the developer’s history, completed projects, and buyer reviews
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Analyze the contract
Conduct legal due diligence to eliminate hidden conditions
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Handle property registration
Submit all documents for the official registration of property ownership in the UAE
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