Investment · Arjan

First-Time Investor Guide to Arjan

A plain-English starting point for buying your first Dubai property in Arjan.

Price per sqft

AED 1,200 per sqft

1-bed rent

AED 62,000/yr

Gross yield

8–9%

Short-let occupancy

68%

Start small, start informed

Entry pricing in Arjan sits near AED 936,000. Your first purchase should prioritise liquidity and tenant demand over trophy value — a well-located one-bed near Dubai Miracle Garden beats a compromised larger unit every time.

What returns to expect

8–9% gross long-term, or around AED 88,607 a year hosted at 68% occupancy. Deduct 6–7% transaction costs at entry and plan a five-year minimum hold.

Arjan at a glance

Arjan is an affordable Dubailand pocket next to Miracle Garden with fast-rising rents. Buying sits at AED 1,200 per sqft — roughly AED 936,000 for a standard one-bedroom — while long-term tenants pay about AED 62,000 a year. Hosted as a licensed holiday home, the same unit averages AED 357 a night at 68% occupancy, around AED 88,607 gross. Owners on our managed programme average AED 122,278 — a 38% uplift.

Frequently asked questions

How much do I need to start in Arjan?

Roughly AED 936,000 for an entry unit in cash, or about a quarter of that as a deposit with finance, plus fees.

Can I buy remotely?

Yes — purchases can be completed by power of attorney without flying in.