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Townhouses Short Term Rental & Holiday Homes in Dubai South
Dubai South is the Expo City and Al Maktoum Airport growth corridor with the lowest entry prices. Here's exactly what a townhouse 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 728
Occupancy
64%
Typical size
2,200 sqft
Annual revenue
AED 170,061
Townhouses in Dubai South: the 2026 picture
A typical townhouse in Dubai South runs about 2,200 sqft and trades near AED 1,050/sqft, putting purchase prices around AED 2,310,000. Long-term tenants pay roughly AED 137,500 a year, while the same unit operated as a licensed holiday home averages AED 728 a night at 64% occupancy — about AED 170,061 gross before costs. Owners on our managed programme average AED 234,684, a 38% uplift driven by dynamic pricing, multi-channel distribution and 4.9★ guest reviews.
Why investors pick Dubai South
- ✓ Minutes from Expo City
- ✓ Minutes from Al Maktoum Airport
- ✓ Minutes from The Pulse
- ✓ 8–9% gross rental yield
- ✓ 100% freehold, Golden Visa eligible
How Alayan Homes helps
Every Dubai South stay is a licensed holiday home with hotel-grade linen, professional cleaning between guests, 24/7 support and flexible check-in.
Available near Dubai South
Signature★ 4.98The Sand-Glass Loft
1 BR
Downtown Dubai · Apartment · 980 sqft
From
AED 2K/ night
Top Rated★ 4.9Blue Water Marina Suite
2 BR
Dubai Marina · Apartment · 1,450 sqft
From
AED 1K/ night
★ 4.91Opera District 2BR
2 BR
Downtown Dubai · Apartment · 1,320 sqft
From
AED 2K/ night
★ 4.85Marina Walk Townhouse
3 BR
Dubai Marina · Townhouse · 2,600 sqft
Not available for stay
Golf View★ 4.92Dubai Hills Fairway Villa
5 BR
Dubai Hills Estate · Villa · 5,400 sqft
Not available for stay
★ 4.79Sidra Family Home
3 BR
Dubai Hills Estate · Townhouse · 2,400 sqft
Not available for stay
FAQ — townhouses short term rental & holiday homes in Dubai South
How much is a short term townhouse in Dubai South?
Nightly rates average AED 728 for a townhouse in Dubai South, with lower monthly rates for stays over 28 nights.
Is short-term renting legal in Dubai South?
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 Dubai South units accept 2–3 night minimums, extending to 5–7 nights in peak season (November–March).
Does Alayan Homes charge upfront fees in Dubai South?
No. We work on a performance model for hosting and a standard brokerage fee on sales — you only pay once your townhouse is earning or a deal completes.
Can foreigners own a townhouse in Dubai South?
Yes. Dubai South 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.