Investment · Palm Jumeirah

First-Time Investor Guide to Palm Jumeirah

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

Price per sqft

AED 3,800 per sqft

1-bed rent

AED 190,000/yr

Gross yield

5–6%

Short-let occupancy

86%

Start small, start informed

Entry pricing in Palm Jumeirah sits near AED 2,964,000. Your first purchase should prioritise liquidity and tenant demand over trophy value — a well-located one-bed near Atlantis The Palm beats a compromised larger unit every time.

What returns to expect

5–6% gross long-term, or around AED 343,093 a year hosted at 86% occupancy. Deduct 6–7% transaction costs at entry and plan a five-year minimum hold.

Palm Jumeirah at a glance

Palm Jumeirah is Dubai's ultra-prime beachfront address of branded residences and signature villas. Buying sits at AED 3,800 per sqft — roughly AED 2,964,000 for a standard one-bedroom — while long-term tenants pay about AED 190,000 a year. Hosted as a licensed holiday home, the same unit averages AED 1,093 a night at 86% occupancy, around AED 343,093 gross. Owners on our managed programme average AED 473,468 — a 38% uplift.

Frequently asked questions

How much do I need to start in Palm Jumeirah?

Roughly AED 2,964,000 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.