Thousands of Australians have already diversified into Dubai bricks-and-mortar. Join them. Book your free discovery call with Dubai Invest today and turn prime Middle-East real estate into a cornerstone of your global portfolio.
Dubai’s property market combines tax advantages, high rental yields and world-class infrastructure, making it one of the most compelling global real-estate plays for Australians. Whether you want a waterfront apartment that nets 8 percent gross or a villa that qualifies you for the Golden Visa, property in Dubai is an asset class worth serious consideration.
CBRE’s 2025 report puts average gross yields at 7.1 percent – double Sydney’s
Buyers save tens of thousands compared with major Australian cities.
A property of AED 2 million or more can secure a 10-year Golden Visa
AED stability guards against extreme FX swings.
| Category | Typical Price Range (AED) | Ideal Investor Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Studio & 1-bed Apartments | 650,000 – 1.5M | Yield-focused, short-term rental operators |
| 2- to 3-bed Family Units | 1.8M – 3.5M | Balanced yield-plus-growth seekers |
| Villas & Townhouses | 3M – 12M | Long-term capital appreciation, Golden Visa hunters |
| Serviced Apartments | 1.2M – 4M | Hands-off investors wanting hotel-style management |
Our analysts track over 50 developers and off-plan launches monthly, filtering projects by yield, build quality and regulatory status.
RERA escrow checks, title deed verification and service-charge benchmarking.
Bulk-purchase discounts, post-handover payment plans and furniture packages.
Trustee-office coordination, snagging inspections and DEWA activation.
Tenant screening, Ejari contracts, rent collection and AUD-linked reporting
Thousands of Australians have already diversified into Dubai bricks-and-mortar. Join them. Book your free discovery call with Dubai Invest today and turn prime Middle-East real estate into a cornerstone of your global portfolio.
FAQs
You can start from as low as AED 650,000 for studio apartments in emerging districts like JVC or Arjan. Premium locations such as Downtown or Palm Jumeirah may start around AED 1.5 million.
Yes. Foreign investors can buy freehold property in designated areas of Dubai, giving them 100% ownership rights. Popular zones include Dubai Marina, Downtown, Business Bay, and Palm Jumeirah.
No, residency is not required to buy property in Dubai. However, purchasing real estate above AED 2 million can make you eligible for a Golden Visa (10 years).
Dubai offers zero property tax and no capital gains tax. You only pay a one-time 4% DLD registration fee and minimal maintenance or service charges annually.
Yes. Major UAE banks offer mortgages up to 70% of the property value for Australian and other foreign buyers, subject to income and credit checks.
You can start from as low as AED 650,000 for studio apartments in emerging districts like JVC or Arjan. Premium locations such as Downtown or Palm Jumeirah may start around AED 1.5 million.
Yes. Foreign investors can buy freehold property in designated areas of Dubai, giving them 100% ownership rights. Popular zones include Dubai Marina, Downtown, Business Bay, and Palm Jumeirah.
No, residency is not required to buy property in Dubai. However, purchasing real estate above AED 2 million can make you eligible for a Golden Visa (10 years).
Dubai offers zero property tax and no capital gains tax. You only pay a one-time 4% DLD registration fee and minimal maintenance or service charges annually.
Yes. Major UAE banks offer mortgages up to 70% of the property value for Australian and other foreign buyers, subject to income and credit checks.