Dubai's Best Districts

Dubai is a unique metropolis, divided like a mosaic into many districts, each with its own characteristics. In many of them real estate is popular with investors, expats and tourists and is purchased both for the purpose of living and for subsequent renting out.

18 Dubai's best districtss for comfortable living and investment

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Za’abeel

Bluewaters Island

Dubailand

One of the largest residential, entertainment and tourist areas in Dubai. It is a whole “city within a city” with theme parks, hotels, clubs, restaurants and a wide range of accommodation.

Emaar Beachfront

Arabian Ranches

A self-contained gated low-rise residential neighborhood in the heart of Dubai by developer Emaar. The neighborhood is known for its spacious villas and townhouses as well as lush green gardens. Arabian Ranches is ideal for families looking for a quiet and relaxed lifestyle in the countryside.

Dubai Marina

A prestigious residential area of Dubai with numerous skyscrapers, hotels and restaurants. It is considered both a residential and resort area. Its key feature is a large canal providing access to the sea.

Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR)

Business Bay

Dubai's developing central business district. Known for it's modern architecture and strategic location, it is also a center of business and commerce. The neighborhood has been compared to New York's Manhattan. In the Dubai real estate market, Business Bay is one of the most popular areas attracting the attention of investors from all over the world.

Palm Jumeirah

One of the symbols of the UAE, a man-made archipelago in the shape of a palm tree with a crescent moon. Palm Jumeirah, with its upscale hotels, luxurious private villas and fabulous sandy beaches, is undoubtedly one of the best places in Dubai.

Dubai Hills Estate

A new family neighborhood 10 minutes from the center of Dubai, with a developed and diverse infrastructure, convenient transport routes. It is one of the most popular areas of Dubai for renting or buying real estate.

MBR City

Downtown Dubai

Jumeirah (MJL)

Dubai Creek Harbour

City Walk

Al Barari

DIFC

Palm Jabel Ali

Freehold and leasehold land plots

Foreigners who have been granted UAE resident status can largely expect the same rights and freedoms as locals.

According to Article 4 of Law No. 7 of 2006, foreigners who are not citizens of a GCC country have the right to acquire, lease land/real estate only in designated freehold zones. Real estate acquired in these zones can be used as a permanent residence, resold to third parties, gifted or inherited by inheritance. There are currently 23 freehold areas in Dubai, such as Jumeirah Lake Towers, Dubai Marina and Arabian Ranches, among many others.

Emirates also has plots of land available for rent. Properties and land in these areas are not for sale, but they can be leased out for 10 to 99 years for independent living or rental purposes

Areas for residence and investment

The purchase of residential real estate in Dubai by foreigners is intended to:

Permanent residence in the Emirates
Obtaining passive income from renting out real estate

The choice of the right neighborhood and type of property depends on the purpose of its purchase. The range of residences in Dubai is very extensive, as it includes ready-made properties off-plan as well as properties on the secondary market, from inexpensive apartments to luxury townhouses and premium villas. IREM specialists will help you not only to decide on the purpose of purchase, but also to choose the best real estate options that meet your requirements and budget.

Real estate for permanent residence is chosen based on convenience, budget, and the owner’s personal preferences rather than on market performance. On the other hand, investment property is acquired for the purpose of making a profit. For this purpose, the investor needs to choose a property with the right price, quality and location. IREM’s real estate agents, translators and lawyers will help to accomplish this task quickly and efficiently.