Smart DealBusiness Bay · The Edge
The Edge. 2-bed, 842 sqft.
AED 2,000,0002 beds · 842 sqft
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6 listings on the page todayWorth a call this week.
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Business Bay · Volante
Volante. 4-bed, 19,851 sqft.
AED 205,000,0004 beds · 19,851 sqft
Business Bay · Vela Viento By Omniyat
Vela Viento By Omniyat. 3-bed, 4,108 sqft.
AED 29,915,0193 beds · 4,108 sqft
Business Bay · Volante
Volante. 3-bed, 5,040 sqft.
AED 24,500,0003 beds · 5,040 sqft
Business Bay · The Sterling East
The Sterling East. 2-bed, 1,663 sqft.
AED 4,287,0882 beds · 1,663 sqft
Business Bay · Oxford Tower
Oxford Tower. 986 sqft.
AED 3,700,000986 sqft
The numbers
Yield, by bedroom count.
Registered DLD transactions, read by size. Smaller units carry the highest gross yield; larger homes trade income for space and long-term capital appreciation.
| Unit type | Gross yield | Median rent p.a. | Median price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 7% | AED 70,000 | AED 993,500 |
| 1-bed | 6.6% | AED 90,000 | AED 1,370,000 |
| 2-bed | 5.5% | AED 120,000 | AED 2,200,000 |
| 3-bed+ | 4.2% | AED 150,000 | AED 3,566,633 |
All unit types +9.7% · 2022-251-bed +17.7% · 2022-25
Source: Dubai Land Department registered transactions.
Median apartment price, Business Bay (AED)
Prices are read directly from registered transactions, size for size.
The district, mapped
Business Bay, on the map.
Every pin is real: the community boundary, and the landmarks that shape daily life here.
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District character
A canal-side city quarter.
Business Bay sits directly south of Downtown Dubai, a dense grid of towers wrapped around the Dubai Water Canal. Built as the city's second central business district, it runs day and night: offices and hotels at its core, thousands of apartments above, and a canal promenade of cafes and floating restaurants. The Burj Khalifa rises a few streets north, close enough to frame the view from most upper floors.
The address trades on proximity. Sheikh Zayed Road runs along one edge, the Business Bay metro station sits at its western gate, and Downtown, DIFC and City Walk are all minutes away by car. For investors, that access underwrites steady tenant demand across the studios and one-beds that fill fastest here.
TransitOne metro station.
The Business Bay stop on the Red Line links Downtown, DIFC and the airport without changing lines.
On the waterThe Dubai Water Canal.
A 3.2 km waterway lined with a promenade, floating restaurants and water-taxi stops along the southern edge.
DowntownThe Burj, minutes north.
Downtown Dubai, the Dubai Mall and the fountains sit a short drive or one metro stop away.
Sheikh Zayed RoadThe city's main artery.
The road runs the western edge, putting DIFC, the Marina and the airport within easy reach.
A closer look
From the street to the skylineA day in Business Bay.
The Business Bay desk
Looking in Business Bay? Talk to a local advisor.
We are the Business Bay desk. We walk these towers in person, from the canal-side blocks to the branded residences, and we know which lines are genuinely priced to move. Tell us your budget and timeline, and a written, comparable-checked shortlist follows within hours.
Frequently asked
Business Bay, in plain terms.
What yield can I expect in Business Bay?
Gross yields run from around 7% on studios to about 4.2% on three-bed apartments, based on registered DLD leases. Smaller units let fastest and carry the highest percentage returns, while larger residences trade income for space and stronger capital growth. Entry on the desk today starts near AED 1,650,000 for a one-bed.
What is the entry price for a Business Bay apartment?
The lowest listing on the desk today is AED 1,650,000 for an 839 sqft one-bed at Waves Tower. Studios and one-beds dominate the district, while prime and branded residences from Omniyat and DAMAC run well into eight figures.
Is Business Bay a good area to rent out?
Yes. Its central location, canal frontage and walk-to-work access to Downtown and DIFC keep occupancy high, particularly for studios and one-beds. A mix of corporate tenants and professionals supports year-round demand and short void periods.
How quickly can I get a shortlist?
A senior advisor replies with a written, budget-matched shortlist within four hours of your enquiry, with a comparable-sales note on every line and off-market options where they exist.
Nearby communities
A short drive from Business BayOthers worth a look.
Downtown Dubai
The Burj, the Mall and the fountains, minutes north.
View community
DIFC
The financial district, with its galleries, dining and the Gate.
City Walk
Low-rise boulevard living beside Al Wasl and Safa Park.
Za'abeel
Zabeel Park, the Dubai Frame and One Za'abeel.
Jumeirah
Beachside villas and the old coast, a short drive west.
Ras Al Khor
The creek sanctuary, flamingos across the water.