Dubai · Dubai Marina
Studio Apartments for Rent 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 rent long term here in 2026, what it earns, and how Alayan Homes handles it end to end.
Annual rent
AED 71,300
Per month
AED 5,942
Typical size
480 sqft
Area yield
7–8%
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
Tell us your move-in date and budget and we'll shortlist verified studio apartments in Dubai Marina, arrange same-week viewings and handle Ejari and the tenancy contract.
Available near Dubai Marina
Signature★ 4.98The Sand-Glass Loft
1 BR
Downtown Dubai · Apartment · 980 sqft
Annual rent
AED 180K/ year
Top Rated★ 4.9Blue Water Marina Suite
2 BR
Dubai Marina · Apartment · 1,450 sqft
Annual rent
AED 220K/ year
★ 4.91Opera District 2BR
2 BR
Downtown Dubai · Apartment · 1,320 sqft
Annual rent
AED 240K/ year
★ 4.85Marina Walk Townhouse
3 BR
Dubai Marina · Townhouse · 2,600 sqft
Annual rent
AED 380K/ year
Golf View★ 4.92Dubai Hills Fairway Villa
5 BR
Dubai Hills Estate · Villa · 5,400 sqft
Annual rent
AED 620K/ year
★ 4.79Sidra Family Home
3 BR
Dubai Hills Estate · Townhouse · 2,400 sqft
Annual rent
AED 260K/ year
FAQ — studio apartments for rent in Dubai Marina
How much is a studio apartment for rent in Dubai Marina?
Expect around AED 71,300 per year (roughly AED 5,942 per month) for a 480 sqft studio apartment in Dubai Marina in 2026, depending on the tower, view and furnishing.
Are monthly payments possible in Dubai Marina?
Most Dubai Marina 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 Dubai Marina often bundle utilities into a slightly higher monthly rate.
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.