Prices and yield by district, project launches, visa and tax changes. Updated from official data and industry sources.
UAE mortgage rates are tied to EIBOR plus the bank's margin, so what matters is not the advertised rate but the total cost of the loan and the terms after the fixed period. For a non-resident the down payment is roughly 40–50%. Pre-approval before choosing a property fixes the budget and strengthens your position.
In mid-2026, demand in Dubai stays resilient: off-plan leads on transaction count thanks to flexible payment plans, while ready homes in established areas hold rental demand. Prime locations are more price-resilient. This is general guidance from market data, not a yield forecast for a specific property.
Gross rental yields in Dubai run around 6–9% a year. They're highest in affordable, high-rental-demand areas (JVC, Business Bay); prime locations (Palm, Downtown) yield a lower percentage but greater price-growth potential. Exact figures depend on the property and season.
Buying property from AED 2,000,000 qualifies you to apply for a 10-year investor golden visa for the owner and family. Both ready and off-plan property can qualify, subject to conditions. This is general guidance: final requirements are set by UAE authorities per case.
Interest-free developer plans let you buy off-plan with a 10–20% down payment and the balance in instalments during construction and often after handover. It's not a bank loan. The caveat is in the payment schedule and handover dates: check them before reserving.
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