Investment · Bluewaters Island

First-Time Investor Guide to Bluewaters Island

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

Price per sqft

AED 3,400 per sqft

1-bed rent

AED 175,000/yr

Gross yield

6–7%

Short-let occupancy

87%

Start small, start informed

Entry pricing in Bluewaters Island sits near AED 2,652,000. Your first purchase should prioritise liquidity and tenant demand over trophy value — a well-located one-bed near Ain Dubai beats a compromised larger unit every time.

What returns to expect

6–7% gross long-term, or around AED 319,773 a year hosted at 87% occupancy. Deduct 6–7% transaction costs at entry and plan a five-year minimum hold.

Bluewaters Island at a glance

Bluewaters Island is an island of sea-view residences wrapped around Ain Dubai. Buying sits at AED 3,400 per sqft — roughly AED 2,652,000 for a standard one-bedroom — while long-term tenants pay about AED 175,000 a year. Hosted as a licensed holiday home, the same unit averages AED 1,007 a night at 87% occupancy, around AED 319,773 gross. Owners on our managed programme average AED 441,287 — a 38% uplift.

Frequently asked questions

How much do I need to start in Bluewaters Island?

Roughly AED 2,652,000 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.