Living · City Walk

Transport & Commute from City Walk

Metro, road and airport connections from City Walk, and typical commute times.

Price per sqft

AED 3,000 per sqft

1-bed rent

AED 160,000/yr

Gross yield

6–7%

Short-let occupancy

80%

Getting around

City Walk boulevard and Coca-Cola Arena shape daily movement in City Walk, with Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Khail Road carrying most commuter traffic. Airport runs are typically 25–45 minutes depending on time of day.

Why it matters

Commute time is the single biggest filter for long-term tenants in City Walk and a major review theme for short-let guests. Units within walking distance of transit consistently let faster.

City Walk at a glance

City Walk is a Meraas urban-luxury district of boutiques, dining and low-rise residences. Buying sits at AED 3,000 per sqft — roughly AED 2,340,000 for a standard one-bedroom — while long-term tenants pay about AED 160,000 a year. Hosted as a licensed holiday home, the same unit averages AED 921 a night at 80% occupancy, around AED 268,932 gross. Owners on our managed programme average AED 371,126 — a 38% uplift.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a metro station near City Walk?

Access varies by community — we'll confirm the nearest station and walking time for any specific building.

How far is City Walk from the airport?

Typically 25–45 minutes to DXB depending on traffic.