Living · Dubai Silicon Oasis

Expat Guide to Dubai Silicon Oasis

Everything a new arrival needs to know about renting, buying and settling in Dubai Silicon Oasis.

Price per sqft

AED 1,000 per sqft

1-bed rent

AED 55,000/yr

Gross yield

8–9%

Short-let occupancy

60%

First 30 days

Secure an address, register Ejari, open DEWA, get a UAE bank account and Salik tag. Budget AED 4,583 a month for a one-bed in Dubai Silicon Oasis plus a security deposit of 5%.

Life here

Dubai Silicon Oasis is a tech free-zone community offering the lowest cost per square foot in mainland Dubai. Silicon Central Mall, DSO tech park and everyday retail cover most of daily life, and the community skews toward professionals and families who want that balance.

Dubai Silicon Oasis at a glance

Dubai Silicon Oasis is a tech free-zone community offering the lowest cost per square foot in mainland Dubai. Buying sits at AED 1,000 per sqft — roughly AED 780,000 for a standard one-bedroom — while long-term tenants pay about AED 55,000 a year. Hosted as a licensed holiday home, the same unit averages AED 316 a night at 60% occupancy, around AED 69,204 gross. Owners on our managed programme average AED 95,502 — a 38% uplift.

Frequently asked questions

Is Dubai Silicon Oasis good for expats?

Yes — it is freehold, well served by amenities near Silicon Central Mall, and rents around AED 4,583 a month for a one-bed.

Can expats buy property in Dubai Silicon Oasis?

Yes, with 100% freehold ownership regardless of nationality.