Living · Barsha Heights

Expat Guide to Barsha Heights

Everything a new arrival needs to know about renting, buying and settling in Barsha Heights.

Price per sqft

AED 1,300 per sqft

1-bed rent

AED 70,000/yr

Gross yield

8–9%

Short-let occupancy

70%

First 30 days

Secure an address, register Ejari, open DEWA, get a UAE bank account and Salik tag. Budget AED 5,833 a month for a one-bed in Barsha Heights plus a security deposit of 5%.

Life here

Barsha Heights is a central Tecom district popular with corporate tenants and long-stay guests. Dubai Internet City Metro, Sheikh Zayed Road and everyday retail cover most of daily life, and the community skews toward professionals and families who want that balance.

Barsha Heights at a glance

Barsha Heights is a central Tecom district popular with corporate tenants and long-stay guests. Buying sits at AED 1,300 per sqft — roughly AED 1,014,000 for a standard one-bedroom — while long-term tenants pay about AED 70,000 a year. Hosted as a licensed holiday home, the same unit averages AED 403 a night at 70% occupancy, around AED 102,967 gross. Owners on our managed programme average AED 142,094 — a 38% uplift.

Frequently asked questions

Is Barsha Heights good for expats?

Yes — it is freehold, well served by amenities near Dubai Internet City Metro, and rents around AED 5,833 a month for a one-bed.

Can expats buy property in Barsha Heights?

Yes, with 100% freehold ownership regardless of nationality.