Dubai Rental Yield Calculator

Rental yield is the annual return on a property investment as a percentage of its price. Gross yield = (Annual rent ÷ Property price) × 100. Net yield accounts for annual costs (service charges, maintenance, insurance) before dividing.

Dubai typically offers gross rental yields of 6–9%, which is significantly higher than London (3–4%), Singapore (2–3%), or Mumbai (2–4%). Net yields after costs are typically 4–7%. The exact yield depends on the location and property type.

Areas with historically high yields include Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC), International City, Discovery Gardens, Dubai Silicon Oasis, and Al Barsha. Prime areas like Downtown and Palm Jumeirah have lower yields but strong capital appreciation.

Service charges are annual fees paid to maintain common areas, security, and building facilities. They are charged per square foot and vary by building. Budget-friendly buildings charge AED 10–15/sqft; luxury buildings charge AED 25–45/sqft.

Beyond service charge, budget for: property agent fee (2–5% of annual rent), maintenance and repairs (0.5–1% of property value per year), DEWA deposits for new tenants, property management fee (5–10% of annual rent if using a manager), and insurance.

Dubai property has shown strong performance with prices rising significantly since 2020. Investors benefit from zero property capital gains tax, zero rental income tax, and a growing population. However, past performance does not guarantee future returns.

The Dubai Land Department (DLD) charges a 4% transfer fee on property transactions, split equally between buyer and seller (2% each) or as agreed. There is also a 2% agent commission typically paid by the buyer.

Yes. Non-residents can purchase freehold property in designated freehold areas. There is no restriction on nationality. Mortgage financing is available for non-residents at lower LTV ratios (typically 50–60%).