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Abu Dhabi, UAE

Property prices · 2025 · Middle East · Price +4% vs 2024

Price/sqm — City Centre AED 15,080
Price/sqm — Outside Centre AED 9,568
1-Bed Rent / Month AED 4,992
3-Bed Rent / Month AED 9,568
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 (2025)

City Centre /sqm Outside /sqm 1-Bed Rent vs Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi AED 15,080 AED 9,568 AED 4,992
Dubai AED 19,240 AED 11,440 AED 5,720 +27.6%
Sharjah AED 6,032 AED 3,952 AED 2,288 -60%

Other Middle East cities (2025)

Frequently asked questions

How much does property cost in Abu Dhabi in 2025?

In Abu Dhabi, the average price per sqm in the city centre is AED 15,080, and AED 9,568 outside the centre (2025 data). Prices have risen 7% since 2024.

How much is rent in Abu Dhabi in 2025?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Abu Dhabi rents for approximately AED 4,992 per month in 2025. A 3-bedroom apartment costs around AED 9,568/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 2025?

The average mortgage rate in UAE is approximately 4.50% as of 2025. With a price-to-rent ratio of 16.0x, buyers should carefully weigh mortgage costs against rental savings.

How have property prices in Abu Dhabi changed?

Property prices in Abu Dhabi have changed +4% vs 2024. Since 2024, prices have increased by 7%. Use the year tabs above to compare prices across years.

What is the price per sqm in Abu Dhabi?

The average property price per square metre in Abu Dhabi city centre is AED 15,080 in 2025. Outside the centre, expect to pay around AED 9,568/sqm.

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