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Dubai, UAE

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

Price/sqm — City Centre AED 19,240
Price/sqm — Outside Centre AED 11,440
1-Bed Rent / Month AED 5,720
3-Bed Rent / Month AED 10,920
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 (2025)

City Centre /sqm Outside /sqm 1-Bed Rent vs Dubai
Dubai AED 19,240 AED 11,440 AED 5,720
Abu Dhabi AED 15,080 AED 9,568 AED 4,992 -21.6%
Sharjah AED 6,032 AED 3,952 AED 2,288 -68.6%

Other Middle East cities (2025)

Frequently asked questions

How much does property cost in Dubai in 2025?

In Dubai, the average price per sqm in the city centre is AED 19,240, and AED 11,440 outside the centre (2025 data). Prices have risen 7% since 2024.

How much is rent in Dubai in 2025?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Dubai rents for approximately AED 5,720 per month in 2025. A 3-bedroom apartment costs around AED 10,920/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 2025?

The average mortgage rate in UAE is approximately 4.50% as of 2025. With a price-to-rent ratio of 18.0x, buyers should carefully weigh mortgage costs against rental savings.

How have property prices in Dubai changed?

Property prices in Dubai 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 Dubai?

The average property price per square metre in Dubai city centre is AED 19,240 in 2025. Outside the centre, expect to pay around AED 11,440/sqm.

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