Investment · Emaar Beachfront

First-Time Investor Guide to Emaar Beachfront

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

Price per sqft

AED 3,300 per sqft

1-bed rent

AED 165,000/yr

Gross yield

6–7%

Short-let occupancy

85%

Start small, start informed

Entry pricing in Emaar Beachfront sits near AED 2,574,000. Your first purchase should prioritise liquidity and tenant demand over trophy value — a well-located one-bed near Beach Vista beats a compromised larger unit every time.

What returns to expect

6–7% gross long-term, or around AED 294,427 a year hosted at 85% occupancy. Deduct 6–7% transaction costs at entry and plan a five-year minimum hold.

Emaar Beachfront at a glance

Emaar Beachfront is a gated island of sea-view towers between Marina and Palm Jumeirah. Buying sits at AED 3,300 per sqft — roughly AED 2,574,000 for a standard one-bedroom — while long-term tenants pay about AED 165,000 a year. Hosted as a licensed holiday home, the same unit averages AED 949 a night at 85% occupancy, around AED 294,427 gross. Owners on our managed programme average AED 406,310 — a 38% uplift.

Frequently asked questions

How much do I need to start in Emaar Beachfront?

Roughly AED 2,574,000 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.