Motor City rental guide

Suburban family community

Typical annual rent

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BedroomTypicalRangeDLD sample
StudioAED 52,000AED 48,000 to AED 56,000

Based on 202 leases in this community

1-bedroomAED 75,000AED 65,000 to AED 80,000

Based on 812 leases in this community

2-bedroomAED 120,000AED 100,000 to AED 130,000

Based on 511 leases in this community

3-bedroomAED 183,500AED 160,000 to AED 240,000

Based on 212 leases in this community

4-bedroomAED 270,000AED 240,000 to AED 380,000

Based on 37 leases in this community

5-bedroom

We only have 9 DLD leases for Motor City 5-bedroom units in the last 24 months, which is not enough for a reliable estimate.

Source: Dubai Land Department · last 24 months · Motor City

About this suburban family community community

Motor City is a family-oriented residential community adjacent to Dubai Sports City, originally themed around the Dubai Autodrome motorsport circuit. It has evolved into a quiet suburban enclave with a strong community feel.

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The community features well-maintained low-rise and mid-rise buildings, some townhouses, and a pleasant mix of parks, playgrounds, and retail outlets. The First Avenue Mall and Uptown Motor City provide local shopping and dining. Rents in Motor City sit at the lower end of the new Dubai market, in spacious apartments with modern finishes. It is particularly popular with families who value quiet streets, safe play areas for children, and a tight-knit community atmosphere.

Best for

  • Families with young children
  • Budget-conscious renters
  • Motorsport fans
  • Quiet-living seekers

Not ideal for

  • Metro commuters
  • Beach seekers
  • Nightlife seekers
  • Walkable lifestyle seekers

Commute times

DIFC
25 min (off-peak), 40-50 min (peak)
Sports City
5 min drive
Dubai Marina
20 min (off-peak), 35 min (peak)
Downtown Dubai
25 min (off-peak), 40-50 min (peak)

No metro. Nearest: Mall of the Emirates Metro (25 min drive).

Amenities

Schools (2)
  • GEMS Metropole School - Motor City
  • North London Collegiate School (adjacent, Sports City)
Hospitals (3)
  • NMC Hospital - DIP
  • Aster Clinic (nearby)
  • Mediclinic Al Sufouh
Malls (3)
  • First Avenue Mall
  • Uptown Motor City retail
  • Mall of the Emirates
Groceries (3)
  • Spinneys - Motor City
  • Carrefour Express
  • Geant Express
Gyms (3)
  • Fitness First - Motor City
  • D-Fit
  • Community pool and gym facilities

Practicalities

Typical cheques
4-6 cheques common. Very affordable base rents.
Parking
Ample. 1-2 per unit. Abundant visitor parking. No pressure.
Pets
Pet-friendly. Plenty of green areas. Most buildings accommodate pets.
Noise
Very low. Occasional Autodrome event noise (weekends).
Seasonality
Sep-Nov. Summer discounts 5-10%. Very stable rental market.

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