For rent
Sample
AED 118,000/ year
One-bed on Marina Walk, available October
Dubai Marina
- Bedrooms
- 1 bed
- Bathrooms
- 1 bath
- Size
- 760 sq ft
Rent
Apartments for rent in Dubai
Studios, one- and two-bedroom flats across the city, with the annual rent, number of cheques and furnishing shown on every listing. New to renting here? Start with our renting guide.
9 properties
For rentFurnishedSampleAED 62,000/ year
Furnished studio with pool view, JVC
Jumeirah Village Circle
- Bedrooms
- Studio
- Bathrooms
- 1 bath
- Size
- 430 sq ft
- For rentSample
AED 39,000/ year
Studio in International City, bills-friendly
International City
- Bedrooms
- Studio
- Bathrooms
- 1 bath
- Size
- 430 sq ft
- For rentSample
AED 46,000/ year
Studio in Dubai Silicon Oasis near the park
Dubai Silicon Oasis
- Bedrooms
- Studio
- Bathrooms
- 1 bath
- Size
- 460 sq ft
For rentFurnishedSampleAED 112,000/ year
One-bed in Business Bay with canal view
Business Bay
- Bedrooms
- 1 bed
- Bathrooms
- 2 bath
- Size
- 810 sq ft
- For rentFurnishedSample
AED 235,000/ year
Two-bed with Burj view, Downtown
Downtown Dubai
- Bedrooms
- 2 beds
- Bathrooms
- 3 bath
- Size
- 1,350 sq ft
For rentSampleAED 72,000/ year
One-bed in Dubai Sports City
Dubai Sports City
- Bedrooms
- 1 bed
- Bathrooms
- 2 bath
- Size
- 820 sq ft
For rentFurnishedSampleAED 420,000/ year
Palm Jumeirah three-bed, beachfront building
Palm Jumeirah
- Bedrooms
- 3 beds
- Bathrooms
- 4 bath
- Size
- 2,100 sq ft
For rentSampleAED 145,000/ year
Two-bed in JLT, lake view, near metro
Jumeirah Lake Towers
- Bedrooms
- 2 beds
- Bathrooms
- 3 bath
- Size
- 1,300 sq ft
How renting an apartment in Dubai works
Rents in Dubai are quoted per year and traditionally paid by post-dated cheques — one, two, four or more. Fewer cheques usually gets you a lower rent. On top of the rent, budget for a refundable security deposit (commonly 5% unfurnished, 10% furnished), an agency fee (typically 5% + VAT), Ejari registration and a DEWA deposit for electricity and water.
Landlords can only raise the rent at renewal within the bands set by the RERA rental index, and must give 90 days' notice. Our rent increase calculator shows the maximum increase for your unit.
Popular areas to rent
Dubai Marina and JBR for the waterfront, Downtown and Business Bay for a short commute to DIFC, and JVC, Dubai Silicon Oasis and Al Barsha for more space per dirham.
Questions
What people usually ask
How much is rent for an apartment in Dubai?
Indicative 2026 annual rents run from about AED 40,000–60,000 for a studio in value areas such as International City or Dubai Silicon Oasis, AED 80,000–120,000 for a one-bedroom in JVC or Dubai Marina, and AED 150,000 or more for a one-bedroom in Downtown Dubai. Prices vary by building, floor and view.
Can I rent an apartment in Dubai monthly?
Standard tenancy contracts are annual. Monthly rentals exist as furnished holiday homes licensed by the Department of Economy and Tourism, which cost more per month but include bills. Some landlords accept 12 cheques on an annual contract, which spreads the cost monthly.
What documents do I need to rent in Dubai?
Usually a passport copy, UAE residence visa, Emirates ID and your cheque book or payment method. The signed tenancy contract must be registered on Ejari, which you need to connect DEWA and for many government services.
Is a security deposit refundable in Dubai?
Yes. The deposit is held against damage beyond normal wear and tear and should be returned at the end of the tenancy after the handover inspection. Photograph the unit when you move in and keep the move-in report.