Dubai · City Walk
Studio Apartments Short Term Rental & Holiday Homes in City Walk
City Walk is a Meraas urban-luxury district of boutiques, dining and low-rise residences. Here's exactly what a studio 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 552
Occupancy
80%
Typical size
480 sqft
Annual revenue
AED 161,184
Studio Apartments in City Walk: the 2026 picture
A typical studio apartment in City Walk runs about 480 sqft and trades near AED 3,000/sqft, putting purchase prices around AED 1,440,000. Long-term tenants pay roughly AED 99,200 a year, while the same unit operated as a licensed holiday home averages AED 552 a night at 80% occupancy — about AED 161,184 gross before costs. Owners on our managed programme average AED 222,434, a 38% uplift driven by dynamic pricing, multi-channel distribution and 4.9★ guest reviews.
Why investors pick City Walk
- ✓ Minutes from City Walk boulevard
- ✓ Minutes from Coca-Cola Arena
- ✓ Minutes from Jumeirah beaches
- ✓ 6–7% gross rental yield
- ✓ 100% freehold, Golden Visa eligible
How Alayan Homes helps
Every City Walk stay is a licensed holiday home with hotel-grade linen, professional cleaning between guests, 24/7 support and flexible check-in.
Available near City Walk
★ 4.86City Walk Boulevard Loft
2 BR
City Walk · Apartment · 1,240 sqft
From
AED 2K/ night
★ 4.83Central Park Residence
3 BR
City Walk · Apartment · 2,000 sqft
Not available for stay
Lagoon★ 4.91MBR City Lagoon Villa
4 BR
MBR City · Villa · 4,600 sqft
From
AED 5K/ night
★ 4.81MBR Waterfront 2BR
2 BR
MBR City · Apartment · 1,520 sqft
From
AED 2K/ night
★ 4.81City Walk Studio Lofts
Studio
City Walk · Studio · 590 sqft
From
AED 720/ night
Lagoon★ 4.94MBR Lagoon Penthouse
4 BR
MBR City · Penthouse · 4,200 sqft
From
AED 7K/ night
FAQ — studio apartments short term rental & holiday homes in City Walk
How much is a short term studio apartment in City Walk?
Nightly rates average AED 552 for a studio apartment in City Walk, with lower monthly rates for stays over 28 nights.
Is short-term renting legal in City Walk?
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 City Walk units accept 2–3 night minimums, extending to 5–7 nights in peak season (November–March).
Does Alayan Homes charge upfront fees in City Walk?
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 City Walk?
Yes. City Walk 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.