Aerial view of yachts in Dubai Marina
Dubai communities

Pick the neighbourhood first.

Where you live shapes your days more than the floor plan does. Explore Dubai from above, then compare what each community costs and how long the drive really takes.

Explore Dubai from above

Hover over a gold pin for a preview of the area, then click or tap it for prices, yields and drive times. Zoom in to see the streets, the beaches and the towers.

Compare them side by side

Typical gross rental yield against the average price per square foot. Higher yield usually means more rent for every dirham you put in; higher prices usually mean more space, views or prestige.

Yield and price by community

Sorted from highest to lowest yield. Indicative averages, not a valuation.

Gross rental yieldAverage AED per sq ft

Every part of the city has its own pace

Most of our buyers start with the kind of life they want, not the postcode. These are the four we're asked about most.

Aerial view of the Palm Jumeirah fronds
By the waterPalm Jumeirah, Bluewaters Island and Dubai Marina: beach clubs, sea views and boats at the end of the street.
Families on the beach at JBR
Beach weekendsThe Marina and JBR put the beach, the promenade and the tram a short walk from home.
A family running together in a sunny garden
Green and familyDubai Hills Estate, Arabian Ranches III and Emirates Hills: parks, golf, gardens and good schools.
Crowds at the Dubai Fountain at night
Right in the centreDowntown, Business Bay and Creek Harbour: walk to work, dinner and the Dubai Mall.

Not sure which community fits?

Tell us about your commute, schools and weekends, and an advisor will suggest two or three areas worth seeing.