UAE
The UAE is one of the world’s most stable real estate markets, offering returns of 6−10% per annum, zero income tax, and strong rental demand. Property purchases are open to non-residents, transactions are fast and secure, and assets are well suited for both investment and residential use
Returns of 6–10% per annum in USD, supported by stable rental demand from expatriates and business tourism. Property management is fully handled by a professional management company;
The entire transaction can be completed fully remotely.
Investments from AED 2 million (~$545,000) qualify investors and their families for a 10-year Golden Visa, renewable;
The entire transaction can be completed fully remotely.
Investments from AED 2 million (~$545,000) qualify investors and their families for a 10-year Golden Visa, renewable;
Returns of 6–10% per annum in USD, supported by stable rental demand from expatriates and business tourism. Property management is fully handled by a professional management company;
CASE 1
Palace Beach Residence, Emaar Beachfront, Dubai Harbour
Property type: 1-bedroom apartment, 852 sqft + 145 sqft balcony

Location: Dubai Harbour — first beachfront line, direct beach access, premium segment
Purchase from developer (Mar 2022): AED 2,062,888

Resale (Aug 2025): AED 2,875,000

Capital appreciation: +39.4% over 3.5 years

Average annual return (CAGR): ≈ 10.7% per annum

Annual rental contract: AED 300,000
(September 2025 – September 2026)
Why it worked:

This project demonstrates how a prime beachfront location combined with optimal market timing delivers steady capital appreciation and strong passive rental income.
Investment Budget: $ 560,000
Cases
Real results achieved by our clients
CASE 2
Palm Jumeirah: Stable Rental Income and Capital Growth
Property type: 3-bedroom apartment, 5,417 sqft + 140 sqft balcony

Location: Golden Mile 5, Palm Jumeirah — completed, ready-to-rent property
Purchase price: AED 4,400,000

Annual rental income: AED 175,000

Rental yield: 5.74% gross per annum

Estimated market value in 2025: ~AED 5,200,000

Capital appreciation: +18% over 3 years

Total return (rental income + appreciation):
Approximately 23–24% over the period, equivalent to ≈7–8% annually with low risk
Why it worked:

This case demonstrates how a premium, completed asset can deliver stable USD-denominated rental income of around 6% while appreciating in value—without the need for active management.
Investment Budget: $ 1 190,000
CASE 4
Damac Hills 2 — Off-Plan Strategy with Strong Capital Gains
Property type: 3-bedroom villa, 1,208 sqft

Location: Camelia, Damac Hills 2, Developer: Damac Properties, Status: Off-plan (under construction)
Purchase from developer (Jul 2023): AED 1,322,000

Resale (Nov 2025): AED 1,700,000

Capital appreciation: +28.6% over 2.3 years

Average annual return: ≈ 12% per annum

The property was sold prior to completion, allowing the investor to:

  • avoid maintenance and service costs;
  • lock in profit before handover;
  • quickly release capital for a new investment cycle.
Why it worked:

This case demonstrates that with the right project selection and market timing, investors can achieve nearly 30% profit in just two years—without waiting for handover or managing rental operations.
Investment Budget: $ 359,000
CASE 6
Commercial Unit in Binghatti Azure, Jumeirah Village Circle
Property type: Commercial unit, 601 sqft

Location: Binghatti Azure, JVC, Dubai — completed property
Purchase from investor (Sep 2025): AED 1,030,000

Rental income (Nov 2025 — Sep 2026): AED 150,000 per year

Annual rental yield (gross): ≈ 14.6%

Capital appreciation from developer pricing (Aug 2024 → Sep 2025):
AED 753,775 → AED 1,030,000 (+36.6% in 13 months)

Immediately after purchase, a lease agreement was signed, ensuring instant income generation. Returns were driven by two sources:

  • Capital growth: +36.6% in one year
  • Rental yield: 14.6% annually
Why it worked:

In this case, the investor achieved over 14% annual yield in USD terms alongside nearly 40% capital growth in just one year—a performance rarely seen in the residential market.
Investment Budget: $ 510,000
CASE 5
Binghatti Azure — Stable Rental Income in Jumeirah Village Circle
Property type: 1-bedroom apartment, 746 sqft + 147 sqft balcony

Location: Binghatti Azure, Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC), Dubai, Purchased off-plan, now completed and handed over
Purchase price: AED 849,000

Annual rental income: AED 100,000

Lease term: November 1, 2025 — October 31, 2026

Rental rate growth: +11.8% compared to the previous contract

Annual rental yield (gross): 11.7%
Why it worked:

With an investment below AED 850,000, this property generates over 10% annual passive income, significantly outperforming the average rental yields in the Dubai market.
Investment Budget: $ 340,000
CASE 3
Grove at Creek Beach — High Capital Growth Investment
Property type: 1-bedroom apartment, 969 sqft + 317 sqft terrace

Location: Grove at Creek Beach, Building 5, Dubai Creek Harbour — completed property
Purchase from developer (Jan 2022): AED 1,335,888

Sale (Nov 2025): AED 1,885,000

Capital appreciation: +41% over 3.8 years

Average annual return (CAGR): ≈ 10.4% per annum

Average rental rate in the area: AED 110,000 per year

Annual rental yield: ≈ 8.2%
Why it worked:

This case illustrates how early entry into an Emaar development can deliver over 40% capital appreciation in under four years, while maintaining strong liquidity and high rental demand.
Investment Budget: $ 363,000
Returns are estimates and not guaranteed. See Legal & Disclosures
Cases
Real results achieved by our clients
CASE 2
Palm Jumeirah: Stable Rental Income and Capital Growth
Property type: 3-bedroom apartment, 5,417 sqft + 140 sqft balcony

Location: Golden Mile 5, Palm Jumeirah — completed, ready-to-rent property
Purchase price: AED 4,400,000

Annual rental income: AED 175,000

Rental yield: 5.74% gross per annum

Estimated market value in 2025: ~AED 5,200,000

Capital appreciation: +18% over 3 years

Total return (rental income + appreciation):
Approximately 23–24% over the period, equivalent to ≈7–8% annually with low risk
Why it worked:

This case demonstrates how a premium, completed asset can deliver stable USD-denominated rental income of around 6% while appreciating in value—without the need for active management.
Investment Budget: $ 1 190,000
CASE 4
Damac Hills 2 — Off-Plan Strategy with Strong Capital Gains
Property type: 3-bedroom villa, 1,208 sqft

Location: Camelia, Damac Hills 2, Developer: Damac Properties, Status: Off-plan (under construction)
Purchase from developer (Jul 2023): AED 1,322,000

Resale (Nov 2025): AED 1,700,000

Capital appreciation: +28.6% over 2.3 years

Average annual return: ≈ 12% per annum

The property was sold prior to completion, allowing the investor to:

  • avoid maintenance and service costs;
  • lock in profit before handover;
  • quickly release capital for a new investment cycle.
Why it worked:

This case demonstrates that with the right project selection and market timing, investors can achieve nearly 30% profit in just two years—without waiting for handover or managing rental operations.
Investment Budget: $ 359,000
CASE 6
Commercial Unit in Binghatti Azure, Jumeirah Village Circle
Property type: Commercial unit, 601 sqft

Location: Binghatti Azure, JVC, Dubai — completed property
Purchase from investor (Sep 2025): AED 1,030,000

Rental income (Nov 2025 — Sep 2026): AED 150,000 per year

Annual rental yield (gross): ≈ 14.6%

Capital appreciation from developer pricing (Aug 2024 → Sep 2025):
AED 753,775 → AED 1,030,000 (+36.6% in 13 months)

Immediately after purchase, a lease agreement was signed, ensuring instant income generation. Returns were driven by two sources:

  • Capital growth: +36.6% in one year
  • Rental yield: 14.6% annually
Why it worked:

In this case, the investor achieved over 14% annual yield in USD terms alongside nearly 40% capital growth in just one year—a performance rarely seen in the residential market.
Investment Budget: $ 510,000
CASE 5
Binghatti Azure — Stable Rental Income in Jumeirah Village Circle
Property type: 1-bedroom apartment, 746 sqft + 147 sqft balcony

Location: Binghatti Azure, Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC), Dubai, Purchased off-plan, now completed and handed over
Purchase price: AED 849,000

Annual rental income: AED 100,000

Lease term: November 1, 2025 — October 31, 2026

Rental rate growth: +11.8% compared to the previous contract

Annual rental yield (gross): 11.7%
Why it worked:

With an investment below AED 850,000, this property generates over 10% annual passive income, significantly outperforming the average rental yields in the Dubai market.
Investment Budget: $ 340,000
CASE 3
Grove at Creek Beach — High Capital Growth Investment
Property type: 1-bedroom apartment, 969 sqft + 317 sqft terrace

Location: Grove at Creek Beach, Building 5, Dubai Creek Harbour — completed property
Purchase from developer (Jan 2022): AED 1,335,888

Sale (Nov 2025): AED 1,885,000

Capital appreciation: +41% over 3.8 years

Average annual return (CAGR): ≈ 10.4% per annum

Average rental rate in the area: AED 110,000 per year

Annual rental yield: ≈ 8.2%
Why it worked:

This case illustrates how early entry into an Emaar development can deliver over 40% capital appreciation in under four years, while maintaining strong liquidity and high rental demand.
Investment Budget: $ 363,000
CASE 1
Palace Beach Residence, Emaar Beachfront, Dubai Harbour
Property type: 1-bedroom apartment, 852 sqft + 145 sqft balcony

Location: Dubai Harbour — first beachfront line, direct beach access, premium segment
Purchase from developer (Mar 2022): AED 2,062,888

Resale (Aug 2025): AED 2,875,000

Capital appreciation: +39.4% over 3.5 years

Average annual return (CAGR): ≈ 10.7% per annum

Annual rental contract: AED 300,000
(September 2025 – September 2026)
Why it worked:

This project demonstrates how a prime beachfront location combined with optimal market timing delivers steady capital appreciation and strong passive rental income.
Investment Budget: $ 560,000
Returns are estimates and not guaranteed. See Legal & Disclosures
Secure Purchase Process
The UAE is one of the most transparent and highly regulated real estate markets in the world. All transactions are registered with the Dubai Land Department (DLD), where payments, documentation, and ownership transfers are officially recorded.
Returns and Exit Potential
Rental yields typically range from 6−10% per annum, reaching 10−12% in select high-demand areas.
Capital appreciation averages 20−40% over 2−4 years in premium locations.
Transactions are completed quickly — often within 1−5 days.
Funds are transferred to an escrow account, and developers receive payments only according to construction milestones, providing full protection for buyers.
Freehold Ownership Rights
Foreign nationals can own property with 100% freehold ownership in all designated zones of Dubai, including Dubai Marina, Downtown Dubai, Business Bay, Palm Jumeirah, and others.
Buyers receive a Title Deed, the official document confirming ownership. Properties can be rented out, sold, gifted, or passed on by inheritance.
Why investors choose the UAE
Why investors choose the UAE
Secure Purchase Process
The UAE is one of the most transparent and highly regulated real estate markets in the world. All transactions are registered with the Dubai Land Department (DLD), where payments, documentation, and ownership transfers are officially recorded.
Returns and Exit Potential
Rental yields typically range from 6−10% per annum, reaching 10−12% in select high-demand areas.
Capital appreciation averages 20−40% over 2−4 years in premium locations.
Transactions are completed quickly — often within 1−5 days.
Funds are transferred to an escrow account, and developers receive payments only according to construction milestones, providing full protection for buyers.
Freehold Ownership Rights
Foreign nationals can own property with 100% freehold ownership in all designated zones of Dubai, including Dubai Marina, Downtown Dubai, Business Bay, Palm Jumeirah, and others.
Buyers receive a Title Deed, the official document confirming ownership. Properties can be rented out, sold, gifted, or passed on by inheritance.
Sofia Mamedova
Founder & CEO,
Sofia Global Realty
“The UAE is one of the most reliable and predictable real estate markets, offering returns of 6–10% per annum, capital growth of 20–40% over 2–4 years, and zero income tax. Property purchases are open to non-residents, transactions are fast and secure through the Dubai Land Department, and assets benefit from high liquidity.”

Dubai represents stability, global demand, and clear rules of the market. Real estate here serves as a tool for capital preservation, passive income generation, and long-term financial strategy.
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