Dubai · Business Bay
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Business Bay
Business Bay is the canal-side business district minutes from Downtown and DIFC. Here's exactly what a 2 bedroom apartment costs to rent long term here in 2026, what it earns, and how Alayan Homes handles it end to end.
Annual rent
AED 152,000
Per month
AED 12,667
Typical size
1,250 sqft
Area yield
7–8%
2 Bedroom Apartments in Business Bay: the 2026 picture
A typical 2 bedroom apartment in Business Bay runs about 1,250 sqft and trades near AED 2,100/sqft, putting purchase prices around AED 2,625,000. Long-term tenants pay roughly AED 152,000 a year, while the same unit operated as a licensed holiday home averages AED 847 a night at 78% occupancy — about AED 241,141 gross before costs. Owners on our managed programme average AED 332,774, a 38% uplift driven by dynamic pricing, multi-channel distribution and 4.9★ guest reviews.
Why investors pick Business Bay
- ✓ Minutes from Dubai Water Canal
- ✓ Minutes from Bay Avenue
- ✓ Minutes from Business Bay Metro
- ✓ 7–8% gross rental yield
- ✓ 100% freehold, Golden Visa eligible
How Alayan Homes helps
Tell us your move-in date and budget and we'll shortlist verified 2 bedroom apartments in Business Bay, arrange same-week viewings and handle Ejari and the tenancy contract.
Available near Business Bay
★ 4.82Bay Studio 42
Studio
Business Bay · Studio · 520 sqft
Annual rent
AED 78K/ year
★ 4.79Business Bay Canal 1BR
1 BR
Business Bay · Apartment · 820 sqft
Annual rent
AED 105K/ year
★ 4.83Business Bay Vista 2BR
2 BR
Business Bay · Apartment · 1,280 sqft
Annual rent
AED 165K/ year
★ 4.81Executive Towers 3BR
3 BR
Business Bay · Apartment · 1,850 sqft
Annual rent
AED 240K/ year
FAQ — 2 bedroom apartments for rent in Business Bay
How much is a 2 bedroom apartment for rent in Business Bay?
Expect around AED 152,000 per year (roughly AED 12,667 per month) for a 1,250 sqft 2 bedroom apartment in Business Bay in 2026, depending on the tower, view and furnishing.
Are monthly payments possible in Business Bay?
Most Business Bay landlords accept 1–4 cheques. Monthly payment plans are available on selected furnished units — ask us and we'll shortlist landlords who accept them.
What is included in the rent?
Rent normally excludes DEWA, chiller and internet. Furnished 2 bedroom apartment options in Business Bay often bundle utilities into a slightly higher monthly rate.
Does Alayan Homes charge upfront fees in Business Bay?
No. We work on a performance model for hosting and a standard brokerage fee on sales — you only pay once your 2 bedroom apartment is earning or a deal completes.
Can foreigners own a 2 bedroom apartment in Business Bay?
Yes. Business Bay 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.