Living · Jumeirah

Expat Guide to Jumeirah

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

Price per sqft

AED 2,700 per sqft

1-bed rent

AED 150,000/yr

Gross yield

5–6%

Short-let occupancy

74%

First 30 days

Secure an address, register Ejari, open DEWA, get a UAE bank account and Salik tag. Budget AED 12,500 a month for a one-bed in Jumeirah plus a security deposit of 5%.

Life here

Jumeirah is low-rise beachside villas and boutique apartments in old-money Dubai. Kite Beach, La Mer and everyday retail cover most of daily life, and the community skews toward professionals and families who want that balance.

Jumeirah at a glance

Jumeirah is low-rise beachside villas and boutique apartments in old-money Dubai. Buying sits at AED 2,700 per sqft — roughly AED 2,106,000 for a standard one-bedroom — while long-term tenants pay about AED 150,000 a year. Hosted as a licensed holiday home, the same unit averages AED 863 a night at 74% occupancy, around AED 233,096 gross. Owners on our managed programme average AED 321,673 — a 38% uplift.

Frequently asked questions

Is Jumeirah good for expats?

Yes — it is freehold, well served by amenities near Kite Beach, and rents around AED 12,500 a month for a one-bed.

Can expats buy property in Jumeirah?

Yes, with 100% freehold ownership regardless of nationality.