Best 8 areas in Dubai to buy property and qualify for a Golden Visa

Dubai: Buying property worth Dh2 million in Dubai qualifies you for a 10-year Golden Visa. But it’s not just about meeting the threshold — it’s about finding the best mix of value, returns, and long-term growth.

According to Bayut, here are the top spots investors should consider:

1. Dubai Marina

• 1-bedroom in Marina Gate: Dh2.01 million, ROI 5.91%

• 2-bedroom in Marina Diamonds & Sulafa Tower: Dh2.5 million, ROI up to 6.72%

• Why invest? A perennial favourite offering rental appeal and waterfront living.

2. Business Bay

• Executive Towers 2-bedroom: Dh2.59 million, ROI 5.43%

• Damac Towers by Paramount 2-bed: Dh2.58 million, ROI 5.45%

• Why invest? Central, dynamic, and always in demand for tenants and buyers.

3. Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC)

• 3-bedroom from Dh2 million - Dh2.3 million

• ROI ranging 6.29%–7.56%

• Why invest? Spacious units, affordable pricing, and some of the highest rental yields.

4. JLT

• 2-bedroom from Dh2 million–Dh2.05 million, ROI up to 6.75%

• Why invest? A proven market with consistent returns and competitive pricing.

5. Downtown Dubai

• 1-bedroom in Old Town or Opera District: Dh2.45 million–Dh2.49 million, ROI 5.5%

• Why invest? Prestige-driven, central, and globally recognised.

6. Damac Hills 2

• 4-bedroom villas/townhouses: Dh2.02 million, ROI 6.4%–6.5%

• Why invest? Family-friendly and increasingly popular among long-term residents.

7. Rukan, Dubailand

• 3-bedroom villa: Dh2.26 million, ROI 6.99%

• Why invest? Affordable pricing with promising long-term growth potential.

8. Dubai South

• Expo Golf Villas 3-bedroom: Dh2.67 million, ROI 4.77%

• Why invest? Boosted by the massive Al Maktoum Airport expansion and Emaar’s track record.

Key takeaway? For Dh2 million, investors can secure not just Dubai property, but a Golden Visa. The smartest move lies in picking areas where returns and growth potential align with lifestyle needs — and the Bayut data shows plenty of options across the city.