Buying · Dubai Sports City

How to Buy Property in Dubai Sports City

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

Price per sqft

AED 1,050 per sqft

1-bed rent

AED 60,000/yr

Gross yield

8–9%

Short-let occupancy

62%

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 Dubai Sports City

At AED 1,050 per sqft, a typical unit here transacts near AED 819,000. Add 4% DLD, ~AED 4,200 trustee fee, 2% agency and 0.25% mortgage registration if financed.

Dubai Sports City at a glance

Dubai Sports City is stadium-side apartments with budget rents and reliable tenant demand. Buying sits at AED 1,050 per sqft — roughly AED 819,000 for a standard one-bedroom — while long-term tenants pay about AED 60,000 a year. Hosted as a licensed holiday home, the same unit averages AED 345 a night at 62% occupancy, around AED 78,074 gross. Owners on our managed programme average AED 107,741 — a 38% uplift.

Frequently asked questions

Can foreigners buy in Dubai Sports City?

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

How long does the transfer take in Dubai Sports City?

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