Dubai · Downtown Dubai
1 Bedroom Apartments Short Term Rental & Holiday Homes in Downtown Dubai
Downtown Dubai is the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Mall district with the highest tourist footfall in the UAE. Here's exactly what a 1 bedroom apartment costs to book as a holiday home here in 2026, what it earns, and how Alayan Homes handles it end to end.
Per night
AED 805
Occupancy
82%
Typical size
780 sqft
Annual revenue
AED 240,937
1 Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Dubai: the 2026 picture
A typical 1 bedroom apartment in Downtown Dubai runs about 780 sqft and trades near AED 3,100/sqft, putting purchase prices around AED 2,418,000. Long-term tenants pay roughly AED 140,000 a year, while the same unit operated as a licensed holiday home averages AED 805 a night at 82% occupancy — about AED 240,937 gross before costs. Owners on our managed programme average AED 332,492, a 38% uplift driven by dynamic pricing, multi-channel distribution and 4.9★ guest reviews.
Why investors pick Downtown Dubai
- ✓ Minutes from Burj Khalifa
- ✓ Minutes from Dubai Mall
- ✓ Minutes from Dubai Opera
- ✓ 6–7% gross rental yield
- ✓ 100% freehold, Golden Visa eligible
How Alayan Homes helps
Every Downtown Dubai stay is a licensed holiday home with hotel-grade linen, professional cleaning between guests, 24/7 support and flexible check-in.
Available near Downtown Dubai
Signature★ 4.98The Sand-Glass Loft
1 BR
Downtown Dubai · Apartment · 980 sqft
From
AED 2K/ night
★ 4.91Opera District 2BR
2 BR
Downtown Dubai · Apartment · 1,320 sqft
From
AED 2K/ night
Iconic View★ 4.99Burj View Penthouse
4 BR
Downtown Dubai · Penthouse · 5,200 sqft
From
AED 13K/ night
★ 4.88Boulevard 3BR Residence
3 BR
Downtown Dubai · Apartment · 1,980 sqft
Not available for stay
★ 4.79Old Town Studio
Studio
Downtown Dubai · Studio · 540 sqft
From
AED 620/ night
FAQ — 1 bedroom apartments short term rental & holiday homes in Downtown Dubai
How much is a short term 1 bedroom apartment in Downtown Dubai?
Nightly rates average AED 805 for a 1 bedroom apartment in Downtown Dubai, with lower monthly rates for stays over 28 nights.
Is short-term renting legal in Downtown Dubai?
Yes — every Alayan Homes property is operated under a DET holiday-home permit, with tourism fees and guest registration handled for you.
What is the minimum stay?
Most Downtown Dubai units accept 2–3 night minimums, extending to 5–7 nights in peak season (November–March).
Does Alayan Homes charge upfront fees in Downtown Dubai?
No. We work on a performance model for hosting and a standard brokerage fee on sales — you only pay once your 1 bedroom apartment is earning or a deal completes.
Can foreigners own a 1 bedroom apartment in Downtown Dubai?
Yes. Downtown Dubai sits in a designated freehold zone, so any nationality can buy 100% ownership, and purchases above AED 2M qualify for the 10-year Golden Visa.