Why invest in Dubai real estate?Dubai offers tax-free rental income, no capital gains tax on property, strong rental yields (5–9% in many areas), and a transparent regulatory framework under RERA and the Dubai Land Department.Freehold vs leaseholdFreehold grants full ownership in designated areas. Leasehold typically offers long-term leases up to 99 years.Golden Visa thresholdProperty investments of AED 750,000 or more may qualify investors for the UAE Golden Visa.DLD fees breakdownExpect 4% DLD transfer fee, approximately 2% agency commission, and registration/administrative fees.Rental yield by areaAffordable communities like International City and Discovery Gardens offer yields of 8–10%. Premium areas like Downtown and Palm Jumeirah typically yield 5–6%.Off-plan vs secondary for investorsOff-plan suits investors seeking payment flexibility and pre-handover capital growth. Secondary suits income-focused investors wanting immediate rental returns.Explore on KatalystorBrowse this project and compare similar off-plan listings on Katalystor — payment plans, handover dates, developer profiles, and transparent pricing in one place. Use our ROI calculator and payment plan calculator to model your purchase before you commit.
