Living · Palm Jumeirah

Expat Guide to Palm Jumeirah

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

Price per sqft

AED 3,800 per sqft

1-bed rent

AED 190,000/yr

Gross yield

5–6%

Short-let occupancy

86%

First 30 days

Secure an address, register Ejari, open DEWA, get a UAE bank account and Salik tag. Budget AED 15,833 a month for a one-bed in Palm Jumeirah plus a security deposit of 5%.

Life here

Palm Jumeirah is Dubai's ultra-prime beachfront address of branded residences and signature villas. Atlantis The Palm, Nakheel Mall and everyday retail cover most of daily life, and the community skews toward professionals and families who want that balance.

Palm Jumeirah at a glance

Palm Jumeirah is Dubai's ultra-prime beachfront address of branded residences and signature villas. Buying sits at AED 3,800 per sqft — roughly AED 2,964,000 for a standard one-bedroom — while long-term tenants pay about AED 190,000 a year. Hosted as a licensed holiday home, the same unit averages AED 1,093 a night at 86% occupancy, around AED 343,093 gross. Owners on our managed programme average AED 473,468 — a 38% uplift.

Frequently asked questions

Is Palm Jumeirah good for expats?

Yes — it is freehold, well served by amenities near Atlantis The Palm, and rents around AED 15,833 a month for a one-bed.

Can expats buy property in Palm Jumeirah?

Yes, with 100% freehold ownership regardless of nationality.