Investment · Dubai Hills Estate

First-Time Investor Guide to Dubai Hills Estate

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

Price per sqft

AED 2,000 per sqft

1-bed rent

AED 105,000/yr

Gross yield

6–7%

Short-let occupancy

70%

Start small, start informed

Entry pricing in Dubai Hills Estate sits near AED 1,560,000. Your first purchase should prioritise liquidity and tenant demand over trophy value — a well-located one-bed near Dubai Hills Mall beats a compromised larger unit every time.

What returns to expect

6–7% gross long-term, or around AED 154,322 a year hosted at 70% occupancy. Deduct 6–7% transaction costs at entry and plan a five-year minimum hold.

Dubai Hills Estate at a glance

Dubai Hills Estate is a golf-course master community built for families and long-term tenants. Buying sits at AED 2,000 per sqft — roughly AED 1,560,000 for a standard one-bedroom — while long-term tenants pay about AED 105,000 a year. Hosted as a licensed holiday home, the same unit averages AED 604 a night at 70% occupancy, around AED 154,322 gross. Owners on our managed programme average AED 212,964 — a 38% uplift.

Frequently asked questions

How much do I need to start in Dubai Hills Estate?

Roughly AED 1,560,000 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.