Downtown Dubai is the city's most recognisable address — home to the Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and the Dubai Fountain. It draws a specific kind of buyer: someone who wants prestige, liquidity, and the ability to walk out the front door into one of the most photographed urban cores on earth. We'll be direct — this isn't the area for buyers chasing maximum yield per dirham. It's for those who want a trophy asset in a market that has proven, repeatedly, it doesn't go quietly. With 42 active projects in our catalogue ranging from completed Emaar stock to branded residences delivering as late as 2030, the pipeline here is deep and genuinely varied.
What documents do I need to rent in Dubai?+
To sign a tenancy contract you'll typically need a copy of your passport, UAE residence visa (or entry stamp for non-residents), Emirates ID (for residents), and a salary certificate or bank statement. Most landlords also require post-dated cheques to cover the year's rent in 1–4 instalments.
How are rent payments structured in Dubai?+
The standard model is annual rent paid via post-dated cheques, usually split into 1, 2, 4, or 12 cheques. Fewer cheques = lower asking price; monthly payments are possible but typically come at a premium. The first cheque clears on move-in, the rest on the dates printed on each cheque.
What fees should I budget when renting?+
Standard one-time fees: 5% real estate agent commission (of annual rent), AED 110 Ejari registration fee, refundable security deposit (5% for unfurnished, 10% for furnished), and DEWA setup (AED 1,000 refundable for apartments). Add chiller deposits if water cooling is metered separately.
What is Ejari and is it required?+
Ejari is the official rental contract registration system run by RERA. Every Dubai tenancy contract must be registered with Ejari to be legally binding — it's also required to set up DEWA, get a parking permit, sponsor family residence visas, and enrol children in DHA-affiliated schools.
Can the landlord increase my rent each year?
