Where to buy property in UAE for under Dh1 million in 2025

Dubai: Think UAE real estate is only for millionaires? Think again. Despite rising prices in luxury segments, affordable investment opportunities still exist — if you know where to look.

Based on price data in Bloom Holding's UAE Property Market Report 2025, here are five areas where budget-conscious investors and first-time buyers can enter the market for under Dh1 million:

1. Ajman Corniche, Al Nuaimiya

   • Studios and 1-bed units start from Dh230,000.

   • Appeals to commuters and long-term renters working in Sharjah or Dubai.

2. Sharjah Industrial Area 17, Rolla

   • 2-bed apartments from Dh450,000.

   • Strong rental demand from retail and SME workforce.

3. Dubai South, International City

   • Units from Dh500,000.

   • Good for investors targeting Dubai’s budget-conscious residents and short-term lets.

4. Fujairah (Dibba or Creative City zones)

   • Apartments and compact villas from Dh600,000.

   • Growing interest from buyers seeking scenic and quieter lifestyles.

5. Umm Al Quwain (Al Salamah, King Faisal Street)

   • Homes starting around Dh700,000.

   • A low-density emirate focused on family living, nature, and infrastructure growth.

Insight from Bloom: “With the right research, sub-Dh1 million investments can offer excellent rental yields and future upside. Many of these areas are experiencing their own mini property booms.”