Properties for Sale Under AED 2,000,000 in Dubai

Yes. The sub-AED 2 million segment is the most actively traded price bracket in Dubai. Apartments in this range accounted for the majority of residential transactions recorded by the Dubai Land Department in 2025. Gross rental yields in mid-market communities typically range from 6,5% to 8%, supported by consistent tenant demand from professionals, families and corporate relocations. Dubai’s zero-income-tax environment means these gross returns translate more directly into net cash flow than in most competing global markets. The segment also benefits from high transaction liquidity, meaning exit options remain accessible across market cycles.

The segment includes studios, one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. Studios and one-bedroom units represent the largest share of inventory and transaction volume. In the branded segment, Mira Developments offers studios and apartments at Trussardi Residences Phase II in Al Furjan, featuring Trussardi Casa interiors and hotel-level amenities. Off-plan properties dominate this bracket, offering structured payment plans and below-completion pricing. Ready units in established districts provide rental income from the date of handover.

Yes. Foreign nationals of any nationality can purchase freehold property in designated zones across Dubai without requiring a local partner or residency status. Ownership is registered directly with the Dubai Land Department, granting full rights to sell, lease, mortgage or transfer the property. Most mid-market residential communities where sub-AED 2 million properties are concentrated fall within designated freehold areas. These include Al Furjan, Jumeirah Village Circle, Dubai Silicon Oasis, Dubai South and Discovery Gardens.

Dubai charges a one-time 4% Dubai Land Department transfer fee on the purchase price, split by agreement between buyer and seller. There is no annual property tax, no stamp duty, no rental income tax and no capital gains tax. Additional transaction costs include nominal DLD administration and title deed issuance fees. This cost structure is among the lowest in major global property markets.

Gross rental yields vary by community and unit type. Studios and one-bedroom apartments in high-demand districts such as Jumeirah Village Circle, Al Furjan and Dubai Silicon Oasis typically achieve 7% to 8% gross yields. Two-bedroom apartments in mid-market locations generally return 5,5% to 7%. Net yields, after deducting service charges, maintenance and management fees, are typically 1 to 2 percentage points lower than gross figures. Branded and fully furnished apartments can command rental premiums of 10% to 25% over comparable unfurnished units, improving effective yield at the same entry price.

Each approach serves a different investment objective. Off-plan properties typically offer lower entry prices, structured payment plans spread across the construction period and potential capital appreciation between purchase and handover. Ready properties provide rental income from the date of handover, lower execution risk and the ability to inspect the physical unit before purchase. The choice depends on whether the investor prioritises near-term cash flow or medium-term capital growth.

A single property must be valued at AED 2 million or above at the point of Dubai Land Department valuation to qualify for the 10-year Golden Visa. A property purchased below this threshold on its own does not qualify. However, investors who hold multiple properties with a combined DLD-assessed value of AED 2 million or more may be eligible. The DLD valuation, which may differ from the contract price, is the determining factor.