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Property for sale in Dubai

An independent buyer's agent for Dubai — covering 38+ communities, every property type, and the whole purchase from sourcing to handover.

38+communities
5property types
0%income / CGT
From AED 2Mgolden visa
Overview

Buying property in Dubai

Dubai spans everything from beachfront islands to value family suburbs. Below are the communities I cover, plus shortcuts by property type — each area guide gives prices, yields, lifestyle and schools so you can compare honestly before viewing.

Foreign buyers can own freehold across the designated zones, with no annual property tax and no tax on rental income or gains — one reason Dubai draws international investors as well as end-users.

How buying works in Dubai

  • 1 · Brief & budget — we agree goals, area and a realistic all-in budget.
  • 2 · Search & viewings — I shortlist on- and off-market homes and arrange private viewings.
  • 3 · Offer & MOU — we negotiate, sign the Form F / MOU and place the deposit (typically 10%).
  • 4 · Transfer & handover — we complete at a DLD trustee office, register the title and hand over the keys.

Costs to budget

Plan for about 4% government transfer (Dubai Land Department (DLD)), a registration fee, and legal and agency costs on top of the purchase price — I model the all-in number before you commit. I model the all-in figure before you commit — see the investment guide for detail.

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FAQ

Common questions

Can foreigners buy property in Dubai?

Yes — in designated freehold areas, non-residents and expats can own property outright. Purchases from AED 2M can also qualify for the 10-year Golden Visa.

What are the best areas to buy in Dubai?

It depends on your goal. For prime end-use, look at Palm Jumeirah, Downtown Dubai, Dubai Marina, Business Bay; for yield and value, Jumeirah Village Circle, DAMAC Hills, Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Dubai Sports City.

What does it cost to buy in Dubai?

Budget about 4% government transfer plus registration, agency and conveyancing on top of the price. There's no annual property tax and no income or capital-gains tax on rental returns.

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