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Dubai, UAE

Property prices · 2024 · Middle East

Price/sqm — City Centre AED 18,500
Price/sqm — Outside Centre AED 11,000
1-Bed Rent / Month AED 5,500
3-Bed Rent / Month AED 10,500
Avg Mortgage Rate 4.50%
Price-to-Rent Ratio 18.0x Buying and renting are roughly comparable

Property price trend in Dubai (2024–2026)

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Property comparison — cities in UAE (2024)

City Centre /sqm Outside /sqm 1-Bed Rent vs Dubai
Dubai AED 18,500 AED 11,000 AED 5,500
Abu Dhabi AED 14,500 AED 9,200 AED 4,800 -21.6%
Sharjah AED 5,800 AED 3,800 AED 2,200 -68.6%

Other Middle East cities (2024)

Frequently asked questions

How much does property cost in Dubai in 2024?

In Dubai, the average price per sqm in the city centre is AED 18,500, and AED 11,000 outside the centre (2024 data). Prices have risen 7% since 2024.

How much is rent in Dubai in 2024?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Dubai rents for approximately AED 5,500 per month in 2024. A 3-bedroom apartment costs around AED 10,500/month.

Is it better to buy or rent in Dubai?

Buying and renting are roughly comparable in Dubai. The price-to-rent ratio is 18.0x — it would take approximately 18.0 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 18.0x, buyers should carefully weigh mortgage costs against rental savings.

What is the price per sqm in Dubai?

The average property price per square metre in Dubai city centre is AED 18,500 in 2024. Outside the centre, expect to pay around AED 11,000/sqm.

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