In 2022, Dubai became the world’s fourth fastest- growing city in property values, with apartments up by 8.5% and villas up by 13%. Prices rose due to an increased demand for rent: in the first half of the year, rental rates increased by an average of 24%. One can actively invest and earn in Dubai, using one of 3 strategies. We’ll tell you about it now.
Resale of apartments in new buildings
Earnings on the resale of real estate in Dubai can be 20% per annum, or 50%, or even 100%. The figures depend on a huge number of factors: location, competition, secondary housing market in the area, project filling, and plenty of others. Apartment value growth will have the best results in planned neighbourhoods with established infrastructure and weak competition. For example, our clients have increased their capital on the resale of apartments in the Central Park project by Meraas by 108% in 10 months; 70% in 10 months.
Flipping
Another investment strategy is the purchase of liquid lots on the secondary market for further upgrade and resale at a good markup. As a rule, an apartment with an ordinary interior design is chosen, but in a top location with great demand. It is best to buy an asset near the sea. Example of flipping: buy an apartment on Bluewaters, completely change the interior, the layout, the whole ambiance, and then resell it. On average, such a strategy can bring in +10-15%.
Rental
Renting a property out for a long time, you will receive an average income of 5-8% per annum, whereas daily rent can bring up to 15%. For daily rentals, you will need to obtain a license from the Department of Economy and Tourism. Its cost depends on the number of bedrooms and starts from $500. You can apply for it online on the Department of Economy and Tourism’s website.
Example: project Society House
- buy an apartment from $299k in 5-year instalments
- make invoice payments
- At the end of 2026, lease it out with a yield of up to 12%
Who this is for: Certainly, for investors – the project is set in the most touristy area with high demand for rent and flow for studio and 1-bedroom apartments. It is also great for couples with children, employees of local business centres, or just anyone who dreams of living in the heart of Dubai.
Location: Downtown
About the project: Society House is a 52-storey tower with studios and 1–3-bedroom apartments from 33 m2. All units come with designer interiors made from natural materials, furniture, and installed plumbing so that you can immediately rent out your apartment.
Completion: Quarter 3 2026.
Developer: IGO
Prices: studio from $299,000; 1 bedroom from $517,000; 2 bedroom from $925,000; 3 bedroom – from $2,695,000.
Amenities: rooftop pool with panoramic views of Dubai; fitness club, workout zone, padel court; business lounge with offices and meeting rooms; private cinema, golf simulator; children playground.
Payment plan: 70/30 post-handover instalments: 20% upon reservation; 50% during construction; 30% within 18 months after project completion in Q3 2026