Buying · City Walk

How to Buy Property in City Walk

The step-by-step DLD process for buying in City Walk, from offer to title deed, with real timelines.

Price per sqft

AED 3,000 per sqft

1-bed rent

AED 160,000/yr

Gross yield

6–7%

Short-let occupancy

80%

The eight steps

Shortlist and view, agree price, sign Form F (MOU) with a 10% deposit, seller applies for the developer NOC, book the trustee office appointment, pay the 4% DLD fee and manager's cheques, receive the title deed, then hand over keys. Cash deals close in 2–4 weeks, mortgaged deals in 4–8.

Budget for City Walk

At AED 3,000 per sqft, a typical unit here transacts near AED 2,340,000. Add 4% DLD, ~AED 4,200 trustee fee, 2% agency and 0.25% mortgage registration if financed.

City Walk at a glance

City Walk is a Meraas urban-luxury district of boutiques, dining and low-rise residences. Buying sits at AED 3,000 per sqft — roughly AED 2,340,000 for a standard one-bedroom — while long-term tenants pay about AED 160,000 a year. Hosted as a licensed holiday home, the same unit averages AED 921 a night at 80% occupancy, around AED 268,932 gross. Owners on our managed programme average AED 371,126 — a 38% uplift.

Frequently asked questions

Can foreigners buy in City Walk?

Yes — City Walk is a designated freehold area, so any nationality can take 100% ownership.

How long does the transfer take in City Walk?

Two to four weeks for a cash purchase; four to eight weeks with a mortgage.