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Studio Apartments for Rent in Barsha Heights
Barsha Heights is a central Tecom district popular with corporate tenants and long-stay guests. Here's exactly what a studio apartment costs to rent long term here in 2026, what it earns, and how Alayan Homes handles it end to end.
Annual rent
AED 43,400
Per month
AED 3,617
Typical size
480 sqft
Area yield
8–9%
Studio Apartments in Barsha Heights: the 2026 picture
A typical studio apartment in Barsha Heights runs about 480 sqft and trades near AED 1,300/sqft, putting purchase prices around AED 624,000. Long-term tenants pay roughly AED 43,400 a year, while the same unit operated as a licensed holiday home averages AED 242 a night at 70% occupancy — about AED 61,831 gross before costs. Owners on our managed programme average AED 85,327, a 38% uplift driven by dynamic pricing, multi-channel distribution and 4.9★ guest reviews.
Why investors pick Barsha Heights
- ✓ Minutes from Dubai Internet City Metro
- ✓ Minutes from Sheikh Zayed Road
- ✓ Minutes from Al Barsha Mall
- ✓ 8–9% 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 studio apartments in Barsha Heights, arrange same-week viewings and handle Ejari and the tenancy contract.
FAQ — studio apartments for rent in Barsha Heights
How much is a studio apartment for rent in Barsha Heights?
Expect around AED 43,400 per year (roughly AED 3,617 per month) for a 480 sqft studio apartment in Barsha Heights in 2026, depending on the tower, view and furnishing.
Are monthly payments possible in Barsha Heights?
Most Barsha Heights 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 studio apartment options in Barsha Heights often bundle utilities into a slightly higher monthly rate.
Does Alayan Homes charge upfront fees in Barsha Heights?
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 Barsha Heights?
Yes. Barsha Heights 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.