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Studio Apartments Airbnb Management for Landlords in Dubai Marina
Dubai Marina is waterfront high-rise living with the strongest short-let performance in the city. Here's exactly what a studio apartment costs to hand over to a licensed host here in 2026, what it earns, and how Alayan Homes handles it end to end.
Self-managed
AED 121,720
With Alayan
AED 167,974
Occupancy
84%
Uplift
+38%
Studio Apartments in Dubai Marina: the 2026 picture
A typical studio apartment in Dubai Marina runs about 480 sqft and trades near AED 2,400/sqft, putting purchase prices around AED 1,152,000. Long-term tenants pay roughly AED 71,300 a year, while the same unit operated as a licensed holiday home averages AED 397 a night at 84% occupancy — about AED 121,720 gross before costs. Owners on our managed programme average AED 167,974, a 38% uplift driven by dynamic pricing, multi-channel distribution and 4.9★ guest reviews.
Why investors pick Dubai Marina
- ✓ Minutes from Marina Walk
- ✓ Minutes from JBR Beach
- ✓ Minutes from Marina Metro
- ✓ 7–8% gross rental yield
- ✓ 100% freehold, Golden Visa eligible
How Alayan Homes helps
Hand us the keys and we handle DET holiday-home licensing, photography, listing across Airbnb, Booking.com and direct, dynamic nightly pricing, guest vetting, check-in, housekeeping and maintenance in Dubai Marina — with a monthly owner statement and no upfront fees.
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FAQ — studio apartments airbnb management for landlords in Dubai Marina
How much can my studio apartment in Dubai Marina earn on Airbnb?
A managed studio apartment in Dubai Marina averages AED 121,720 gross a year at 84% occupancy — around AED 167,974 for owners who move to our managed programme, a 38% uplift versus self-managing.
What does Alayan Homes handle?
Holiday-home licensing, listing and photography, dynamic pricing, guest vetting, check-in, housekeeping, linen, maintenance and monthly owner statements.
How long is the contract?
12 months rolling with a 30-day exit. You can block your own dates in Dubai Marina whenever you want to use the studio apartment yourself.
Does Alayan Homes charge upfront fees in Dubai Marina?
No. We work on a performance model for hosting and a standard brokerage fee on sales — you only pay once your studio apartment is earning or a deal completes.
Can foreigners own a studio apartment in Dubai Marina?
Yes. Dubai Marina 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.