Serviced Apartments for Rent in Dubai
Serviced apartments offer the convenience of hotel-style services with the space and privacy of a home. Doorkee screens every listing before it goes live, and recorded Dubai Land Department transactions show what homes in a community have let for, which is useful background before you make an offer.
Serviced Apartments to Rent in Popular Areas of Dubai
These Dubai communities are popular with serviced apartment renters. The descriptions are of each area and are not a list of serviced apartments Doorkee is advertising.
| Dubai Area | What You Can Expect |
|---|---|
| Dubai Marina | Waterfront living, restaurants, shops, and easy access to public transport |
| Downtown Dubai | Central location near major attractions, offices, restaurants, and shopping |
| Business Bay | Convenient for professionals working around Downtown and Dubai's business districts |
| Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC) | Residential community with apartments, local amenities, and a quieter setting |
| Dubai Sports City | Modern apartments with sports facilities, restaurants, and everyday conveniences |
Why Rent a Serviced Apartment in Dubai?
Serviced apartments can offer several conveniences for people who want more than a standard rental property.
Fully Furnished, From Studios to 3+ Bedrooms
Serviced apartments are usually let fully furnished, in sizes from studios to homes of three bedrooms or more, with spaces designed for everyday comfort.
Utilities Often Included
Many serviced apartments include water, electricity, and high-speed Wi-Fi in the rent. What is included varies by property, so confirm it before you sign.
Regular Housekeeping and Maintenance
Keep your home comfortable and well-maintained with regular housekeeping and maintenance services, depending on the property and rental package.
Equipped Kitchens and Laundry
Most serviced apartments come with a kitchen and essential appliances, and many have laundry facilities in the unit.
Access to Building Amenities
Depending on the property, residents can enjoy facilities such as swimming pools, fitness centres, 24/7 security, and concierge services.
Move-in Cost Calculator Dubai
Estimate your move-in cost before you visit. Set the annual rent and how many cheques you will pay in, and Doorkee shows the upfront total including Ejari registration and DEWA.
AED 90,000
What you pay upfront
- First cheque (of 4)
- AED 22,500
- Ejari registration
- AED 220
- DEWA security deposit
- AED 2,000
- DEWA activation
- AED 110
DEWA security deposit last checked 15 January 2025. DEWA activation last checked 15 January 2025. Ejari fees last checked 18 August 2026, and Ejari is shown at the trustee-centre rate because registering the contract yourself through the Dubai REST app costs AED 177.75. Agency commission is not included because it is negotiated per deal.
If the rent includes DEWA, the DEWA security deposit and activation lines may not apply to you. If the unit is let as a hotel apartment rather than under a tenancy contract, the Ejari line may not apply and other charges such as VAT may. Check with the owner, agency, or broker before you budget.
Find Your Ideal Serviced Apartment for Rent in Dubai
A serviced apartment should feel ready for you from day one. Check what a fair rent looks like for the community you have in mind, then tell us the location, size, and services you need.
Serviced Apartments for Work, Travel, and More
Doorkee is built for long-term rentals at an annual rent, not holiday homes or nightly stays. Check the lease period of any serviced apartment before you plan around it.
Business Professionals
Suited to professionals on assignments or projects who need comfortable accommodation with convenient facilities.
Longer Stays in Dubai
People spending an extended period in Dubai can have more privacy, space, and home-like comfort than in a hotel.
Corporate Employees
Companies can house employees who are relocating, training, or working on a project in a furnished home with services already arranged.
Remote Workers
Serviced apartments provide dedicated living spaces that can support remote work while offering a comfortable environment for relaxing after working hours.
FAQs
Not necessarily. Some serviced apartments bundle utilities or services into the rental price, while others charge separately. Confirm exactly what is included before renting.
Doorkee calculates rent ranges from recorded Dubai Land Department transactions, which helps you see what homes in a community have actually let for. They are recorded past transactions from the most recent data we have imported, not today's asking prices. It is a market comparison, not the official DLD Rental Index, which is the separate figure that sets the maximum legally permitted increase at renewal. A range on Doorkee's rent check covers homes in a community with the same number of bedrooms, of any type DLD records with a bedroom count, so it does not single out serviced apartments. Those rents usually exclude the furniture, utilities, and services a serviced apartment includes, so treat a range as background rather than as a serviced apartment figure. Doorkee is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting for the Dubai Land Department.
Serviced apartments can cost more than standard rentals because the rent may include furniture, utilities, housekeeping, and other services. Costs vary by property and location.
Check the rent, lease period, included services, utilities, furnishings, deposit, additional charges, amenities, and rental terms before making a decision. Ask whether the contract is a tenancy that can be registered in Ejari, because an Ejari-registered tenancy is usually needed to open a DEWA account in your own name and for some visa steps, such as sponsoring family.
Yes, some serviced apartments offer longer rental periods, making them an option for renters who want furnished accommodation. Availability depends on the property.
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Doorkee calculates rent ranges from recorded Dubai Land Department transactions, which is a market comparison. The DLD Rental Index is a separate figure that sets the legally permitted increase at renewal.
Open the DLD Rental Index(opens in new tab)Rent ranges are calculated by Doorkee from Dubai Land Department rental transaction records. Doorkee is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting for DLD or RERA.