What types of property can I rent in the UAE?

The UAE rental market includes apartments, villas, townhouses, penthouses and serviced residences. Apartments are particularly common in central and waterfront areas, while villas and townhouses are more prevalent in established family communities. The choice varies by emirate and location, with Dubai and Abu Dhabi offering the widest selection.

Can foreigners rent property in the UAE?

Yes. Foreigners can rent residential property across the UAE, subject to the relevant tenancy and residency requirements. Dubai and Abu Dhabi offer a wide range of rental properties to international residents, and tenancy agreements are registered through the applicable rental registration system in each emirate.

Luxury Property for Rent in the UAE | Luxhabitat

Jumeirah Village Triangle

District 9A

AED 500,000 per year

Villa
5 beds
4,800 sq. ft.

Presented by Engel & Völkers

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Engel and Völkers are proud to present this exquisite five (5) bedroom villa in the tranquil community of Jumeirah Village Triangle (JVT). This...

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Palm Jumeirah

Cheval Maison The Palm Dubai

AED 504,000 per year

Apartment
2 beds
1,782 sq. ft.

Presented by Engel & Völkers

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Engel & Völkers proudly present this fully furnished Luxury Two Bedroom available for rent in the Cheval Maison, Palm Jumeirah. Ready for...

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Palm Jumeirah

Cheval Maison The Palm Dubai

AED 252,000 per year

Apartment
1 beds
994 sq. ft.

Presented by Engel & Völkers

All Bills Included | Fully Serviced | Hotel

Engel & Völkers proudly present this fully furnished Superior One bedroom apartment without balcony available for rent in the Cheval Maison,...

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Downtown Dubai

The Address Residences Dubai Opera

AED 289,000 per year

Apartment
2 beds
1,220 sq. ft.

Presented by Engel & Völkers

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Engel & Völkers proudly presents this exceptional 2-bedroom apartment in Address Opera, Downtown Dubai. Experience luxury living at its finest...

Arabian Ranches

Saheel

AED 550,000 per year

Villa
5 beds
5,000 sq. ft.

Presented by Engel & Völkers

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Engel & Völkers is delighted to present this meticulously upgraded Type 3 villa in Saheel, Arabian Ranches 1. Situated on an expansive 9,500 sq....

Arabian Ranches

Al Reem

AED 260,000 per year

Townhouse
3 beds
4,843 sq. ft.

Presented by Engel & Völkers

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Engel and Voelkers is delighted to present this beautifully upgraded and extended 3-bedroom villa in the sought-after community of Al Reem 1,...

Downtown Dubai

Price on application

Apartment
3 beds
2,181 sq. ft.

Presented by Luxe Haven

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Downtown Dubai

The Address Residence Fountain Views

AED 650,000 per year

Apartment
3 beds
2,181 sq. ft.

Presented by Luxe Haven

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Luxe Haven is proud to present this 3-bedroom serviced apartment located in The Address Residence Fountain Views 3, Downtown Dubai. This apartment...

Palm Jumeirah

Atlantis The Royal Residences

AED 2,500,000 per year

Apartment
4 beds
4,129 sq. ft.

Presented by Luxury Residences

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Luxury Residences, the leading sales and rental agency for Atlantis, The Royal, and its former developer sales team, is pleased to present an...

Palm Jumeirah

W Residences

AED 2,200,000 per year

Apartment
3 beds
6,416 sq. ft.

Presented by Luxury Residences

Brand New | Vacant | Sea and Sunset Views

It’s a true privilege to present this exclusive, brand new three-bedroom apartment within the acclaimed W Residences on The Palm Jumeirah. Elevated...

Dubai Harbour

Emaar Beachfront

AED 260,000 per year

Apartment
2 beds
1,164 sq. ft.

Presented by Engel & Völkers

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Property Description Engel & Völkers is delighted to present this elegant furnished 2-bedroom apartment in Beach Vista. Situated on a high...

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Mohammed Bin Rashid City

Sobha Hartland

AED 390,000 per year

Duplex
4 beds
2,737 sq. ft.

Presented by Engel & Völkers

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Engel & Völkers are proud to present this four (4) bedroom plus maid's duplex apartment in the sought-after community of Sobha Hartland Waves...

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Al Barari

IXORA Homes

AED 450,000 per year

Townhouse
4 beds
4,755 sq. ft.

Presented by Engel & Völkers

Vacant | 4BR+M | Brand New | Rooftop Pool

Engel & Voelkers presents this 4-bedroom Ixora townhouse in Al Barari with a functional layout across multiple levels. The unit is located right...

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Palm Jumeirah

Cheval Maison The Palm Dubai

AED 294,000 per year

Apartment
1 beds
848 sq. ft.

Presented by Engel & Völkers

All Bills Included | Fully Serviced | Hotel

Engel & Völkers proudly present this fully furnished Deluxe One bedroom apartment with Balcony & Study Room available for rent in the Cheval...

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Arabian Ranches

Saheel

AED 625,000 per year

Villa
5 beds
6,000 sq. ft.

Presented by Engel & Völkers

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Engel & Völkers are proud to present this five (5) bedroom villa in the desired community of Saheel 2, Saheel! Spread across a generous 6,000...

Downtown Dubai

The Address Residences Dubai Opera

AED 355,000 per year

Apartment
3 beds
1,780 sq. ft.

Presented by Engel & Völkers

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Engel & Völkers presents this premium and luxurious 3-bedroom apartment in Address Residences Dubai Opera, offering a direct and uninterrupted...

Dubai Hills

Maple 1

AED 285,000 per year

Villa
4 beds
2,406 sq. ft.

Presented by Engel & Völkers

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Engel & Völkers is proud to present this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom Type 3M villa in the highly sought-after Maple community, Dubai Hills...

Palm Jumeirah

Six Senses Residences at The Palm

AED 950,000 per year

Apartment
3 beds
3,391 sq. ft.

Presented by John Taylor

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Smart 3-bed apartment for rent in Six Senses, Palm Jumeirah

Stretching to around 3,391 sqft, this fully furnished-ready Six Senses Residence lies on Palm Jumeirah, a thoughtfully planned ecosystem by Select...

Arabian Ranches

Samara

AED 275,000 per year

Villa
4 beds
3,878 sq. ft.

Presented by Engel & Völkers

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Engel & Völkers is delighted to present this exceptional Type 2 villa situated on a highly desirable single-row plot within the prestigious,...

Arabian Ranches

Saheel

AED 330,000 per year

Villa
3 beds
3,687 sq. ft.

Presented by Engel & Völkers

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Engel & Völkers is delighted to present this rare Type 6 villa, situated in the heart of the prestigious Saheel community within Arabian...

Palm Jumeirah

Wyndham Residences - The Palm

AED 380,000 per year

Apartment
3 beds
1,820 sq. ft.

Presented by Engel & Völkers

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Engel & Völkers proudly present this fully furnished Three (3) Bedroom Apartment available for rent in the Wyndham Residences, Palm Jumeirah....

Business Bay

Imperial Avenue

AED 1,200,000 per year

Penthouse
4 beds
5,636 sq. ft.

Presented by Engel & Völkers

Penthouse | Burj Khalifa View | Brand New

Engel & Völkers is proud to present this unfurnished, brand-new, luxurious penthouse in the prestigious Imperial Avenue, Downtown Dubai....

Palm Jumeirah

Atlantis The Royal Residences

AED 1,800,000 per year

Apartment
2 beds
2,384 sq. ft.

Presented by Luxury Residences

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Luxury Residences present this jaw droppingly beautiful 2 bedroom plus maids room private residence exclusively for rent within the iconic Atlantis,...