Dubai buy to let
Buy a Dubai property to let, with the numbers done honestly
Headline yields in Dubai rarely include service charges, vacancy, furnishing or agency costs. We model the net position for each shortlisted unit using current rents and real charges, so you can compare investments on the same basis before you buy.
- Net income modelled, not headline yield
- Service charges checked per building
- Purchase and first let joined up
Dubai buy to let
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Two quick steps. It takes about a minute.
Sole-mandate, single-side
No dual-agency on any transaction. Conflicts disclosed in writing.
Discretion by default
Off-market sourcing, alias representation, NDA-ready.
Audit-ready paper trail
Mandate, briefs, memos and closing dossier — written, signed, archived.
Outcomes
How we assess a Dubai rental investment
Rent evidence
Achievable rent from current comparable lettings in the same building or community.
True costs
Service charges, maintenance, furnishing, letting fees and the DLD fee included in the model.
Demand and vacancy
Tenant profile and how quickly similar units let, which affects real income.
Exit
Resale depth for the unit type, so the investment can be sold when you choose.
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How it works
4 steps, one adviser
- 1
Strategy
Budget, income goals, hold period and risk appetite.
- 2
Shortlist with models
Units compared side by side on net income and costs.
- 3
Buy
Checks, negotiation and transfer or Oqood registration.
- 4
Let
Tenant find or management arranged to start income promptly.
Why Belgrave
How we compare
| Aspect | Belgrave Estates | Typical high-street approach |
|---|---|---|
| Who you deal with | One named senior advisor from first call to completion | Handed between valuer, negotiator and progression team |
| Conflicts of interest | Single-side representation; conflicts disclosed in writing | Often acts for both sides of the same deal |
| Fees | Fee model disclosed in writing before you sign anything | Headline rate, extras discovered later |
| Discretion | Off-market and NDA-ready campaigns available | Portal-first by default |
| Paper trail | Mandate, briefs and closing dossier written and archived | Calls and emails, little written record |
How our fees work
Fee structure agreed in writing before the mandate starts. Our conduct and fees.
After you enquire
What happens next
- 01
A senior adviser reads it
Your request goes to a senior adviser on the right desk, not a call centre or an automated sequence.
- 02
A personal reply within one working day
By phone, WhatsApp or email, whichever you prefer. Tell us a good time and we will keep to it.
- 03
A clear plan, no obligation
You get our view and the next steps in plain terms. Whether to go ahead is entirely your decision.
What rental yield can I expect in Dubai?
We do not quote typical yields because they vary widely by building and change over time. We model each shortlisted unit from current rents and real costs instead.
Is ready property or off-plan better for rental income?
Ready property can be let straight away. Off-plan produces no rent until handover but may come with a payment plan. We compare both against your goals.
Should I let long term or as a holiday home?
Holiday home letting needs permits, suits some buildings more than others and brings higher running costs and less predictable income. We model both where it is permitted.
Can I buy with a mortgage as an investor?
Many buyers do. We introduce you to lenders or brokers who can advise on eligibility and terms; we do not give mortgage advice ourselves.
Are there taxes on rental income?
Tax depends on where you are resident as well as the UAE position. Please take advice from a qualified tax adviser in your home country.
Can you manage the property after I buy?
Yes. Our lettings desk can find a tenant or manage it fully, with fees set out in writing.
Do you only show your own listings?
No. We act for you as the buyer and shortlist from across the market, including off-market opportunities where they fit.
Still deciding? Ask a senior adviser directly.
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Get a Dubai investment shortlist
Units compared on net income, costs and exit, in writing. No obligation.
- No obligation, ever
- A personal reply within one working day
- One named senior partner throughout
Private and discreet. Your details are never sold, shared or added to a marketing list.