Investment · Dubai Silicon Oasis

First-Time Investor Guide to Dubai Silicon Oasis

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

Price per sqft

AED 1,000 per sqft

1-bed rent

AED 55,000/yr

Gross yield

8–9%

Short-let occupancy

60%

Start small, start informed

Entry pricing in Dubai Silicon Oasis sits near AED 780,000. Your first purchase should prioritise liquidity and tenant demand over trophy value — a well-located one-bed near Silicon Central Mall beats a compromised larger unit every time.

What returns to expect

8–9% gross long-term, or around AED 69,204 a year hosted at 60% occupancy. Deduct 6–7% transaction costs at entry and plan a five-year minimum hold.

Dubai Silicon Oasis at a glance

Dubai Silicon Oasis is a tech free-zone community offering the lowest cost per square foot in mainland Dubai. Buying sits at AED 1,000 per sqft — roughly AED 780,000 for a standard one-bedroom — while long-term tenants pay about AED 55,000 a year. Hosted as a licensed holiday home, the same unit averages AED 316 a night at 60% occupancy, around AED 69,204 gross. Owners on our managed programme average AED 95,502 — a 38% uplift.

Frequently asked questions

How much do I need to start in Dubai Silicon Oasis?

Roughly AED 780,000 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.