Dubai rents

Dubai rental demand lifts contracts to Dh126 billion

Tenancy contracts and property sales surge, signalling strong housing demand

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Dubai rents surge as demand jumps. What tenants need to know

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Facing a steep rent hike in Dubai? You might be legally entitled to pay much less

With the Smart Rental Index and clear legal limits, tenants in Dubai can make informed decisions when renewing leases, while landlords are guided to apply fair increases.

390,000 new UAE homes by 2030: What it means for rent

Dubai to account for bulk of supply as market enters next growth phase

The report makes clear that UAE and Saudi Arabia will account for the bulk of new residential supply across the GCC through 2030.

Union Properties proposes first dividend in 11 years

Record 2025 results and renewed financial strength lead to dividend return after decade

The company said it has implemented significant initiatives to expedite its business transformation goals, with an aim to enhance overall efficiency and productivity.

Can you negotiate how you pay rent in Dubai?

Landlords often set the terms but tenants can discuss options before signing the contract

New trends and digital systems are reshaping rent payments in Dubai. Here’s what tenants should know.

Dubai rental dispute settlement service made easier

RDC’s amicable conciliation process enables tenants, landlords to resolve conflicts

Dubai Rental Dispute Centre allows parties to reach settlements under the supervision of a conciliator and a judge

Dubai rental deposits: How to get every dirham back

How to file a 'Writ of Payment' with Dubai’s RDC to legally enforce your refund

Understand how rental deposits work in Dubai, when landlords must return them, and the steps tenants can take to recover withheld deposits through the Rental Dispute Centre.

Is your landlord overcharging you for Ejari?

Here is what tenants need to know about Ejari, costs, renewal and legal protection

Ejari registration is mandatory in Dubai and is required to activate many essential services.

How to know if your rent increase is fair in Dubai

The Smart Rental Index helps you check fair rental value using AI and building data

Wondering if your rent increase is justified? Dubai’s Smart Rental Index evaluates every residential building’s design, maintenance, and facilities to determine a fair market rent.

Dubai's Sitr initiative for families in rental distress

New programme to free defaulting tenants, settle enforcement cases

Judge Abdulqader Mousa Mohammed, Chairman of RDC and Saif Omar Aldelail, Member of the Board of Trustees of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Charitable Establishment during the launching of Sitr initiative.

Rent donation for families facing eviction in Dubai

Tarahum Charity Foundation support helps settle rental dues, easing hardship

Judge Abdulqader Mousa Mohammed, Chairman of the Rental Disputes Center, receiving donation cheque from Dr Ahmed Thlak, General Director of Tarahum Charity Foundation

How monthly rent could ease UAE tenant pressure

New monthly rent structure promises smoother cash flow and easier leasing for residents

For many mid-income households or newcomers, the shift has even stronger implications.

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