Apartments from AED 1,000,000 for Sale in Dubai

Yes. Apartments in the AED 1 million to AED 2 million range led all price tiers by transaction volume in 2025. Units in this segment attract end-users and investors, supporting resale liquidity and reducing vacancy risk during hold periods. Gross rental yields for one-bedroom apartments in well-connected communities typically fall between 6,5% and 8,5%, depending on furnishing level and proximity to transport links. Dubai’s zero-tax environment further enhances net returns relative to comparable global markets.

Yes. Foreign nationals may purchase freehold property in designated zones across Dubai with full ownership rights. Title deeds are issued by the Dubai Land Department upon registration. There is no requirement to hold UAE residency prior to purchase. Most apartment developments marketed to investors are located within freehold areas.

Dubai charges a one-time transfer fee of 4% of the purchase price, payable to the Dubai Land Department at registration. There is no annual property tax, no rental income tax, no capital gains tax and no stamp duty. Additional costs include nominal DLD administration and title deed issuance fees. Buyers using mortgage financing pay an additional registration fee of 0,25% of the loan amount.

Yes. An investment of AED 750,000 or more qualifies for a 2-year renewable residency visa. For the 10-year Golden Visa, the property value must reach AED 2 million or more based on the valuation recorded by the Dubai Land Department. Multiple properties may be combined to reach the threshold.

Mid-market communities with strong tenant demand deliver the highest yields in this segment. In Al Furjan, Jumeirah Village Circle, Dubai Silicon Oasis and Business Bay, yields for one-bedroom apartments typically range from 6,5% to 8,5%. Studios in more affordable districts can reach yields of up to 9%. Net yields are generally 1 to 2 percentage points lower after accounting for service charges and management costs. Returns vary by unit size, furnishing level and building quality.

Off-plan apartments are purchased before or during construction. They typically offer lower entry prices with structured payment plans spread across construction milestones and post-handover periods. Ready apartments are completed units available for occupation or leasing from the date of handover. They offer full visibility of finishes, layouts and community infrastructure. Investors seeking near-term rental income generally prefer ready units. Those targeting lower entry cost and payment flexibility favour off-plan purchases.

Branded residences typically command a price premium of 20% to 35% over comparable non-branded units in the same location. This premium is supported by consistent design standards, turnkey delivery and stronger brand recognition among international tenants. Branded units achieve lower vacancy rates and higher rental rates, particularly in the short-term and corporate leasing segments. On resale, branded properties generally maintain stronger liquidity. Mira Developments' Trussardi Residences in Al Furjan is an example of this model, delivering fully furnished apartments with Trussardi Casa interiors and hotel-style services.

Mira Developments' Trussardi Residences Phase II in Al Furjan delivers studios and apartments with branded Trussardi Casa interiors, Technogym fitness areas and hotel-style services including concierge and in-room dining. Turnkey properties eliminate the cost and time of furnishing a new apartment. They enable leasing from the day of handover, which is particularly relevant for investors seeking rental income without delay. The fully furnished format also supports higher per-square-foot rental rates compared to unfurnished equivalents.

Dubai’s average gross rental yield of approximately 7% for apartments exceeds returns available in London, New York, Singapore and Hong Kong, where typical yields range from 2% to 5%. The absence of income and capital gains taxes further increases the net return gap. The AED’s peg to the US dollar provides currency stability for international investors. Dubai’s residential market recorded over 205,000 sales transactions in 2025, providing market depth and exit liquidity that compares favourably to most global property markets.