Business Bay rental guide
Business-centric urban
Typical annual rent
All rent checks| Bedroom | Typical | Range | DLD sample |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | AED 70,000 | AED 60,000 to AED 80,500 | Based on 4,176 leases in this community |
| 1-bedroom | AED 92,000 | AED 80,000 to AED 115,000 | Based on 6,392 leases in this community |
| 2-bedroom | AED 140,000 | AED 120,000 to AED 160,000 | Based on 2,784 leases in this community |
| 3-bedroom | AED 200,000 | AED 170,000 to AED 230,000 | Based on 658 leases in this community |
| 4-bedroom | AED 300,000 | AED 195,000 to AED 380,000 | Based on 77 leases in this community |
| 5-bedroom | We only have 1 DLD lease for Business Bay 5-bedroom units in the last 24 months, which is not enough for a reliable estimate. | ||
Source: Dubai Land Department · last 24 months · Business Bay
DLD lease facts
Of 14,088 DLD leases for studio to 5-bedroom homes in Business Bay, with contract dates from 1 November 2024:
| Bedroom | Share of leases |
|---|---|
| Studio | 30% |
| 1-bedroom | 45% |
| 2-bedroom | 20% |
| 3-bedroom | 5% |
| 4-bedroom | under 1% |
| 5-bedroom | under 1% |
Leases with no bedroom count in the DLD record are not included.
Source: Dubai Land Department · Business Bay
About this business-centric urban community
Business Bay is a mixed-use district adjacent to Downtown Dubai, built along the Dubai Water Canal. Originally conceived as a business hub, it has evolved into a major residential area.
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Best for
- DIFC and finance professionals
- Young professionals
- Couples
Not ideal for
- Families with school-age children
- Beach seekers
- Established community seekers
Amenities
Schools (2)
- GEMS Wellington Primary School
- Safa British School
Hospitals (3)
- Mediclinic Parkview Hospital
- Emirates Hospital - DHCC
- Aster Hospital - Al Quoz
Malls (3)
- Dubai Mall
- Bay Avenue Mall
- City Walk
Groceries (3)
- Carrefour Express
- Spinneys - Bay Avenue
- Waitrose - Dubai Mall (nearby)
Gyms (4)
- Warehouse Gym Business Bay
- Fitness First
- GymNation
- Barry's Bootcamp
Practicalities
- Typical cheques
- 2-4 cheques standard. 1 cheque negotiable for discounts.
- Parking
- Varies by tower. 1 per unit in most buildings. Newer towers have better parking ratios. Canal-side street parking available (RTA paid zones).
- Pets
- Mixed. Newer towers generally more pet-friendly. Canal walkway good for dog walking. Check specific building rules.
- Noise
- Moderate. Construction ongoing in some areas. Towers facing Sheikh Zayed Road are noisier than those facing the canal.
- Seasonality
- Sep-Dec strongest demand. Summer offers moderate discounts. Year-round appeal for DIFC workers.
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