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Abu Dhabi, UAE

Property prices · 2024 · Middle East

Price/sqm — City Centre AED 14,500
Price/sqm — Outside Centre AED 9,200
1-Bed Rent / Month AED 4,800
3-Bed Rent / Month AED 9,200
Avg Mortgage Rate 4.50%
Price-to-Rent Ratio 16.0x Buying and renting are roughly comparable

Property price trend in Abu Dhabi (2024–2026)

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Property comparison — cities in UAE (2024)

City Centre /sqm Outside /sqm 1-Bed Rent vs Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi AED 14,500 AED 9,200 AED 4,800
Dubai AED 18,500 AED 11,000 AED 5,500 +27.6%
Sharjah AED 5,800 AED 3,800 AED 2,200 -60%

Other Middle East cities (2024)

Frequently asked questions

How much does property cost in Abu Dhabi in 2024?

In Abu Dhabi, the average price per sqm in the city centre is AED 14,500, and AED 9,200 outside the centre (2024 data). Prices have risen 7% since 2024.

How much is rent in Abu Dhabi in 2024?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Abu Dhabi rents for approximately AED 4,800 per month in 2024. A 3-bedroom apartment costs around AED 9,200/month.

Is it better to buy or rent in Abu Dhabi?

Buying and renting are roughly comparable in Abu Dhabi. The price-to-rent ratio is 16.0x — it would take approximately 16.0 years of rental payments to equal the property purchase price. Current mortgage rates are approximately 4.50%.

What are mortgage rates in UAE in 2024?

The average mortgage rate in UAE is approximately 4.50% as of 2024. With a price-to-rent ratio of 16.0x, buyers should carefully weigh mortgage costs against rental savings.

What is the price per sqm in Abu Dhabi?

The average property price per square metre in Abu Dhabi city centre is AED 14,500 in 2024. Outside the centre, expect to pay around AED 9,200/sqm.

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