Living · Jumeirah Beach Residence

Expat Guide to Jumeirah Beach Residence

Everything a new arrival needs to know about renting, buying and settling in Jumeirah Beach Residence.

Price per sqft

AED 2,600 per sqft

1-bed rent

AED 130,000/yr

Gross yield

7–8%

Short-let occupancy

85%

First 30 days

Secure an address, register Ejari, open DEWA, get a UAE bank account and Salik tag. Budget AED 10,833 a month for a one-bed in Jumeirah Beach Residence plus a security deposit of 5%.

Life here

Jumeirah Beach Residence is beachfront apartments on The Walk with year-round holiday-home demand. The Beach JBR, Bluewaters bridge and everyday retail cover most of daily life, and the community skews toward professionals and families who want that balance.

Jumeirah Beach Residence at a glance

Jumeirah Beach Residence is beachfront apartments on The Walk with year-round holiday-home demand. Buying sits at AED 2,600 per sqft — roughly AED 2,028,000 for a standard one-bedroom — while long-term tenants pay about AED 130,000 a year. Hosted as a licensed holiday home, the same unit averages AED 748 a night at 85% occupancy, around AED 232,067 gross. Owners on our managed programme average AED 320,252 — a 38% uplift.

Frequently asked questions

Is Jumeirah Beach Residence good for expats?

Yes — it is freehold, well served by amenities near The Beach JBR, and rents around AED 10,833 a month for a one-bed.

Can expats buy property in Jumeirah Beach Residence?

Yes, with 100% freehold ownership regardless of nationality.